NEWS 18 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE March 2026 NOVUS will present new research highlighting nutrition strategies that support pig health and performance during the American Society of Animal Science (ASAS) Midwest meeting, March 9 to 12 in Omaha, Nebraska. NOVUS scientists will share findings that address profit-limiting challenges facing swine producers, including nursery and growing pig health, survivability, and feed efficiency. “These studies show how targeted nutrition strategies can support pigs during periods of stress while also aligning with producer goals for efficiency and survivability,” says NOVUS Global Swine Research Manager Jesus Acosta, Ph.D. “Sharing this research at ASAS allows us to engage with nutritionists, veterinarians, and producers who are looking for practical, science-based solutions.” Read more>> The 2025 harvest season has delivered new insights and fresh challenges for feed safety across Europe, the United States and Canada. Drawing on analysis of more than 2,000 new-crop samples, Alltech’s latest Harvest Analysis provides a snapshot of global mycotoxin trends and highlights strategies for managing mycotoxin risks to animal health and nutrition. Earlier this year, Alltech presented the findings during the global broadcast “From Field to Feed: 2025 Crop and Mycotoxin Analysis,” streamed from its Kentucky headquarters. The event brought together industry experts to discuss harvest results, weather impacts, market outlooks and strategies for managing mycotoxin risks throughout the feed supply chain. One of the key themes highlighted during the broadcast was the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in predicting and managing mycotoxin risk. Weather continues to play a major role in both crop performance and mycotoxin development. During the broadcast, Dr. Jan Dutton, CEO of Prescient Weather Ltd., emphasized that weather variability directly affects yield outcomes and toxin risk, noting that predictive tools such as CropProphet can help producers better manage production and market uncertainty. According to Dr. Dutton, the 2025 season showed clear regional contrasts. In the United States, crops experienced periods of significant heat in early and late July, while weather conditions were milder during corn silking. Canada’s oat-growing regions faced notable dryness from May through June. In Europe, early-season temperatures were above average, followed by dry conditions in June and partial recovery in July. Dr. Max Hawkins from Alltech added that regional variability was greater in 2025 than in 2024. In the U.S., crop health and mycotoxin levels were influenced by challenges such as Southern corn rust, tar spot, wind damage and excess rainfall, particularly affecting sensitive species like ruminants. He also highlighted a geographical shift in risk patterns. Mycotoxin pressure moved westward in the U.S., while eastern regions saw some decline. This year-to-year movement underscores the importance of consistent testing of feedstuffs when formulating safe total mixed rations (TMRs). Read more>> Novus to present swine nutrition research At ASAS midwest Alltech analysis reveals 2025 mycotoxin risk patterns Photo: Novus
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