Food and feed commodity exports opportunities for India
With wheat selling prices soaring to a document high of $13.50 a bushel (practically $500 a tonne) on the Chicago Board of Trade on Friday, 4th March. India is achieving out to exporters and nations that are searching for wheat supplies. In addition, it is also wanting to provide other agricultural commodities these types of […]
Poultry industry seeks subsidy on maize, rice to minimise input cost
Andhra Pradesh State Poultry Federation (APSPF) president K.V. Mukunda Reddy on Monday, 7th March appealed to the State government to offer subsidies on maize, rice, and broken rice to manage the crisis in the poultry industry. Addressing reporters at the press conference, Mr. Mukunda Reddy claimed that the poultry industry has been witnessing a severe […]
China procures competitive U.S. soybeans
China bought soybeans from the United States on Tuesday, 1st March as American cargoes were competitive against Brazilian shipments, despite it being the peak period for South American soy export. China booked at least five cargoes, around 300,000 tonnes, of U.S. soybeans for shipment in April-May, according to an Asia-based trader with knowledge of the […]
Focus on research and development for better profitability in Poultry sector
Minister of State of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Sanjeev Kumar Balyan asked the poultry industry to focus on research for reducing import dependence on vaccines and feed additives. Addressing a CII conference, Balyan recommended the reconstitution of the poultry advisory committee for connecting all stakeholders. He also urged the industry to focus on integration […]
Distillery Wet Grain Soluble (DWGS) and Distillery Dry Grain Soluble (DDGS) under GST slab
The Telangana State Authority for Advance Ruling ( AAR ) has held that Distillery Wet Grain Soluble (DWGS) and Distillery Dry Grain Soluble (DDGS) sold as Cattle feed attracts 5% GST. The applicant, M/s. Allied Blenders and Distillers Private Limited are primarily engaged in manufacture of alcohol. In the process of manufacturing alcohol, the applicant […]
Focus on research and development for better profitability in Poultry sector
Minister of State of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Sanjeev Kumar Balyan asked the poultry industry to focus on research for reducing import dependence on vaccines and feed additives. Addressing a CII conference, Balyan recommended the reconstitution of the poultry advisory committee for connecting all stakeholders. He also urged the industry to focus on integration […]
Indian poultry sector again facing challenges
Farm gate prices up over Rs.125 a kg from Rs.80 two months ago Chicken prices have shot up sharply across the country with the poultry industry witnessing a steep cut in production induced by a sudden surge in mortality of the birds with the onset of summer. A good part of the reduction is also […]
China remained top destination for Corn, Sorghum and Soybean
The USDA says China was the leading destination for several key commodities during the week ending -February 10. The 2021/22 marketing year started June 1, 2021 for wheat and September 1, 2021 for corn, sorghum, and soybeans. The USDA’s next set of supply and demand estimates is out March 9. Wheat came out at 435,188 […]
Efficient use of Alternative Raw Materials for Improving Poultry Production
The demand for animal protein has been consistently growing despite several supply chain disruptions globally. Consumers are showing increased preference towards protein food associated with wellness, health, and immunity. All factors are contributing to higher demand for animal feed, however historic volatility in the pricing of several raw materials in the last 12 months has […]
Securing the first position- Sheer blend of minerals having an edge in poultry feed
Introduction Trace minerals like Zn, Mn, Cu, Se, Fe, Cretc. though are required in a very minimal quantity yet are indispensable for birds’ growth and performance. They act as cofactors for various enzymatic and biochemical reactions, development of immune system, tissue and bone development, cellular integration, protection against oxidative stress are among the few imperative […]
