NEWS FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE January 2026 23 The Institute for Feed Education and Research (IFEEDER) published a new report, “Strategic Assessment on the Impact of Vitamin and Amino Acid Supply Chain Disruptions on U.S. Food Security,” which explores America’s dependence on China for critical inputs that impact food security for both animals and humans, as well as the on-farm production and animal welfare impacts that could arise should these ingredients be in short supply. The research, conducted for IFEEDER in collaboration with Decision Innovation Solutions and Lobo Consulting, assessed publicly available data on global vitamin and amino acid production, U.S. import and export quantities, and utilization rates in domestic livestock diets. The researchers applied diet modification strategies to evaluate whether alternative feed ingredients could partially compensate for limited vitamin and amino acid supplementation. While the report showed that, in some instances, farmers and ranchers could modify animal diets to mitigate the impacts of reduced vitamins or amino acids, it would not fully resolve the negative consequences for animal health, welfare and production efficiency. “IFEEDER plays a critical role in identifying key questions and delivering independent, science-based research to inform U.S. feed and pet food industry leaders,” says IFEEDER Executive Director Lara Moody. “Proactively addressing potential supply chain threats is one of the industry’s most pressing concerns. The extent of the U.S. reliance on China for vitamins and amino acids was more significant than many anticipated—underscoring the need for objective, reliable data to guide effective policy decisions before these risks escalate.” Read more>> IFEEDER's latest report examines risks in vitamin and amino acid supply chains The Low Carbon Agriculture Consortium hosted a dedicated webinar on November 27, 2025, exploring how modern hyperprolific sow genetics can be managed sustainably to reduce the environmental footprint of pig production. The programme examined the full reproductive cycle—from gestation to lactation and longevity—offering practical solutions to help producers balance prolificacy, welfare, and efficiency. “This webinar showed that sustainable pig production is within reach when genetics, nutrition, welfare and technology are aligned. The solutions presented today highlight the power of collaboration in helping producers move toward more efficient and low-carbon farming systems,” noted Olivia Garcia of Low Carbon Agriculture Consortium. Today’s genetic advancements have led to significantly larger litters, increasing the need for adapted management to maintain welfare and environmental balance. Insights on how genetic progress can contribute to more resilient and sustainable production were provided by Nucleus. Read more>> Low Carbon Agriculture Consortium highlights solutions for hyperprolific sows Photo: Norfeed
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