FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE October 2024 7 The innovations can be seen at EuroTier 2024. KEY TECHNICAL TRENDS RELATED TO FEED Robotics On the Rise Internationally The use of robots is prevalent in livestock farming in Europe, intensified by AI. A main aspect is the use of robots to reduce the workload, helping to compensate for labour scarcity. An increase in work efficiency and quality can be observed. As part of EuroTier 2024, the "Barn Robot Event" feed pushing robots for dairy housing will be presented. In a dedicated area in Hall 13 visitors will be able to learn how automatic feed pushers can support cattle farmers in their work. Improvement of Emission - Feeding Solutions One goal that is traditionally pursued intensively in feeding is to minimise the emission of environmentally relevant substances like nitrogen and phosphorus. In addition to classic approaches such as optimising the amino acid composition of the ration, using suitable enzyme supplements or employing efficient probiotics, ration components with particularly high availability or digestibility, could make an important contribution in the future. The minimisation of the emission of greenhouse gases such as methane must also be considered when thinking about "environmentally relevant excrement" in cattle feeding. This field continues to develop steadily. In the area of Methane-reducing additives, further products appear to be reaching market maturity. Technological Trends in Pig Farming The nutritional condition of the sows is an important factor for the economic success of a piglet producer. In this case, advanced systems for automated condition assessment can enable customised feeding. The goal is to improve the well-being of sows and reduce piglet losses by further developing the floor surfaces of farrowing pens and evolving exercise and free-range pens. There have also been developments in the area of feeding technology, such as in dry feeding and portion feeding systems, as well as in feeding systems for suckling piglets, where these are designed to ensure improved hygiene. Technological Trends in Dairy Farming Closed housing with flexible boxes and pen partitions for single, double and group housing offer new opportunities for greater animal welfare, efficiency and also acceptance by consumers and politicians. In the field of automation, automatic feeding will become more of a focus, as it has a great deal of potential. Sensor technology, especially in the area of intelligent, camera-based animal monitoring, and the resulting possibilities, offer further options for herd management that can be used to optimise quality milk production. Technological Trends in Poultry Farming Include “Larvae Snack Bars” Poultry farmers are currently facing a number of challenges: further improvement in animal welfare and animal health. An improved rearing aviary and the combination of a laying aviary with a rearing aviary can ensure greater animal welfare for laying hens. The welfare of the chicks is also considered. For example, a larvae snack bar is designed to keep the animals occupied while providing them with high-quality protein. INHOUSE FARMING – FEED & FOOD SHOW EXPLORES ALTERNATIVE FEED At EuroTier the Inhouse Farming – Feed & Food Show has several highlights relating to feeding, including the focus on insects. How does the automated breeding of insects as high-quality protein feed work on the farm? How can this be used to realise circular economy approaches? What are the challenges of industrially breeding insects as a food source? Exhibitors and experts explore these questions in Hall 24. EuroTier 2024 has more than 2100 exhibitors across 13 halls, including three halls dedicated to animal health and feed solutions.
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