Tag: EFSA
EFSA warns: US dairy bird flu unlikely, impact could be high
EFSA says the H5N1 strain detected in US dairy cattle is unlikely to reach Europe, but warns that any introduction could have serious consequences...
Avian influenza outbreaks expected to continue in Europe until late winter
Avian influenza activity is expected to remain elevated across Europe until late winter, with EFSA reporting widespread HPAI circulation in wild birds and ongoing...
dsm-firmenich receives EFSA validation for Hy-D® across all animal species
The European Food Safety Authority’s (EFSA) has confirmed the safety and efficacy of dsm-firmenich Animal Nutrition and Health’s vitamin D3 metabolite, Hy-D®, for aquatic...
Use of Microorganisms in Animal Feed: New Guidance, New Challenges, and How to Overcome...
Microorganisms are being increasingly recognized for their benefits in animal feed, enhancing animal health and productivity. A new draft of EFSA’s guidance on microorganisms...
EC approves Nutrex’s 6-phytase enzyme for use in poultry feed
The European Commission (EC) has authorized Nutrase® P, a 6-phytase enzyme developed by Nutrex nv, to be placed on the European market for use...
Stability of trace minerals: Does the source matter?
In the animal nutrition industry, various chelated Zn sources have been marketed for their claimed superior bioavailability over traditional sulfates. However, it is crucial...
dsm-firmenich unveils EU authorization for Hy-D®
dsm-firmenich has publicised the recent updates on the EU authorisation for the use of 25OHD3 (Hy-D®) from Saccharomyces cerevisiae CBS 146008 in poultry, pigs...
Borregaard gets reapproval for use of lignosulfonates as feed additives
Borregaard has announced the reauthorisation of its lignosulfonate products as feed additives for all animal species by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).
As the...
Zootechnical feed additives: Toppling regulatory hurdles
Zootechnical feed additives are growing in popularity thanks to their benefits for animals, animal owners, and feed additive developers alike. But bringing such products...
The importance of preventing Salmonella in laying hens
The European Union summary report on trends and sources of zoonoses, zoonotic agents and foodborne outbreaks in 2016 reveals that in 2016, 1.47% of...
