TECHNOLOGY 74 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE March 2026 galvanization and corrosion-resistant materials reduce maintenance and replacement frequency. Garrido adds: “By preventing waste along the food-feed chain, modern storage systems indirectly reduce the overall carbon footprint of feed production. In this context, technology is both an economic and environmental lever.” TECHNOLOGIES OF THE FUTURE In the future, automation and AI-powered systems are expected to become more prominent and widespread within the feed storage sector. AI-based algorithms will analyze historical storage data, environmental conditions, and raw material characteristics, contributing to the prediction of spoilage and mycotoxin risks at even earlier stages. Furthermore, the expansion of fully automated storage facilities—which reduce the risk of error by minimizing human intervention and enhancing operational efficiency— is among the key developments expected in the coming years. It is anticipated that such facilities, operating in tandem with supply chain management systems, will also support procurement, formulation, and logistics decision-making processes. In parallel, the importance of generating standardized and auditable digital data continues to grow in terms of regulatory compliance and sustainability reporting. In light of all these developments, it is evident that storage is evolving into a more strategic and digitized control area within feed safety and quality management. Storage Facilities – Intelligent Nodes within a Digital Ecosystem Supporting this transformation in storage, Symaga CEO Garrido outlines several key areas where they foresee evolution in the coming period: • AI-driven predictive analytics: Systems capable of analyzing historical and real-time data to forecast risk scenarios before they materialize. • Fully integrated supply chain visibility: Storage data connected to procurement, production planning, and distribution platforms. • Advanced automation: Minimal human intervention in aeration control, discharge sequencing, and quality alerts. • Stronger regulatory integration: Automated compliance reporting aligned with evolving food and feed safety standards. Garrido concludes his statement with these words: “In the near future, storage facilities will operate as intelligent nodes within a digital ecosystem. Artificial intelligence will not replace human expertise, but it will enhance decision-making accuracy and speed. For companies willing to invest in resilient infrastructure and digital integration, storage will no longer be a vulnerability — it will become a strategic advantage.” Photo: Freepik.com
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