New dairy feed using flaxseed and pea protein could cut methane output
Photo: Canva Researchers have been testing a novel type of cattle feed that could help reduce methane emissions. The team from the University of Florida have looked at a potential dairy cattle supplementary feed made of flaxseed and pea protein to reduce methane. When cows’ stomachs make methane, they lose valuable energy that could otherwise […]
Inside AFIA: Navigating trade and supply chain shifts
Photo: Canva As the Trump administration rolls out its policy agenda, the animal food industry is adapting fast. AFIA is helping members navigate shifting regulations and emerging federal priorities. It is safe to say that the Trump administration has moved swiftly to implement its bold policy agenda, and the animal food industry is working to […]
Feed isn’t the FMD risk: But delivery could be
While feed may be safe, transmitting foot and mouth disease can occur through feed-related activities, such as transport, other material or the movements of people. Photo: Canva Animal feed itself poses virtually no risk in transmitting foot and mouth disease (FMD), according to a recent research project conducted by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) […]
Kazakhstan feed markets grow as Russia loses EU access
Photo: Canva Kazakhstan is expanding exports of rapeseed and sunflower meal to the European Union (EU), taking advantage of the bloc’s breakup with Russia. Kazakhstan has partly replaced Russia as a supplier of soybean meal to the EU, Evgeniy Karabanov, head of the analytical department of the Grain Union of Kazakhstan, told local news outlet […]
Amino market update: Lysine hcl prices stay low amid global oversupply
Photo: Canva The amino acids market remains under pressure, with prices for key products like lysine, threonine, and methionine at low levels. Rising freight costs and weak demand are adding strain, while buyers remain cautious ahead of Q3. (Update week 22) Highlights: Lysine: Prices remain very low and move in a stable to weak trend […]
Phytogenics in All About Feed 3
The latest edition of All About Feed is now available online. This editions explores the deforestation dispute in Brazil, considers the threat of deindustrialisation on Europe’s feed industry, and determines the impact of phytogenics on the performance and sustainability of livestock. This and more in this latest edition. Brazil: Deforestation dispute reaches Supreme Court The […]
US opens anti-dumping investigation into Chinese lysine
Photo: Canva The US has launched an anti-dumping probe into Chinese lysine, prompting concern across amino acid markets. While some buyers have responded by stockpiling, overall demand remains weak. Broader market sentiment is cautious as Q3 contracting progresses slowly. (Amino acids market update week 23). Highlights: Lysine: The US has initiated an anti-dumping investigation into […]
Vitamin A and E under pressure amid ongoing BASF absence
Photo: Canva Vitamin markets remain subdued, with weak demand, modest price declines, and limited buyer engagement across regions. Ongoing uncertainty around BASF’s force majeure continues to cloud the outlook. While Q2 is largely contracted, Q3 activity is slow and cautious. (Vitamin market update week 23) Highlights: Vitamin E 50%: Prices have declined slightly across all […]
Vitamin market update: Incident in Swiss vitamin B3 production location
Photo: Canva A recent incident at a Swiss vitamin B3 production facility has raised questions about potential supply disruptions. While the market has not yet reacted significantly, the event adds uncertainty to an already cautious sector. (Update week 22) Highlights: Vitamin E 50%: The market remains weak with continued force majeure from BASF and sufficient […]
Mycotoxins in poultry feed threaten safety and farm profitability
Photo: Canva Crops contaminated by mycotoxins could be costing poultry organisations more than £150,000 in losses annually. Study reveals widespread feed contamination Ground-breaking research from Queen’s University Belfast shows how harmful chemicals can have a detrimental impact on the environmental and economic sustainability of the global poultry industry due to feed contamination. Feed toxins hurt […]
