NEWS 22 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE December 2024 Bovaer®, dsm-firmenich’s innovative methane-reducing feed additive, received market approval for use with dairy and beef cattle in Japan. The company explains that this approval marks a significant step towards more sustainable agriculture in Japan. According to dsm-firmenich’s statement, the approval of Bovaer® aligns with the MIDORI strategy, a comprehensive plan aiming at creating sustainable food systems, launched by Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) in May 2021. One of the key goals is to reduce methane emissions from agriculture. This involves improving the management of livestock manure, promoting R&D and deployment of methane mitigation technologies for more sustainable agricultural practices. The approval further supports Japan’s commitments as a signatory of the Global Methane Pledge. Japan is committed to a substantial reduction in methane emissions by 2030 (11% versus 2013 levels). With ~4 million beef and dairy cattle, dsm-firmenich claims Bovaer® offers an effective solution in support of these national sustainability goals and will support Japanese dairy and beef sectors in their quest to deliver on their sustainability promises to their customers and consumers. Read more>> dsm-firmenich receives market approval for Bovaer in Japan USA-based company rooted in agriculture, The Andersons, Inc. finalized the acquisition of a majority ownership in Skyland Grain, LLC. The company explained that the transaction enables The Andersons to expand its core grain and fertilizer businesses across strategic markets, including Kansas, Oklahoma, Colorado, and Texas. At the same time, Skyland will benefit from access to The Andersons extensive portfolio of assets and capabilities. "With Skyland becoming part of The Andersons, we are confident that we are well-positioned to capitalize on the significant opportunities in this region, which boasts the fastest-growing feed demand in the country," said Bill Krueger, President and CEO of The Andersons. "Skyland's strong farmer relationships and core assets in grain, agronomy, cotton, and fuel, combined with our grain merchandising presence across the U.S. make this a powerful combination. Further, by bringing together our agronomy businesses, we not only double the size of The Andersons retail farm center business, but our combined buying power and expansive reach will create new opportunities for our customers, enhancing their competitiveness across the North American agricultural supply chain." "We are excited to join forces with The Andersons," expressed Pete Goetzmann, CEO of Skyland. "Their asset footprint is a strong complement to ours, offering our producers greater access to the best markets. As a leader in the grain trade with a proven track record, The Andersons merchandising expertise, combined with Skyland's deep local market knowledge and customer base, creates a powerful synergy that aligns perfectly with our mission of connecting our producers to the world." Read more>> The Andersons buys majority stake in Skyland Grain
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