Effects of fermented pine needle supplementation on carcass and meat quality in growing pigs
Fermented pine needles may improve meat tenderness and antioxidant status without affecting carcass traits in finishing pigs.
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ADM, Alltech to launch new North American animal feed joint venture
New venture will offer customers unique advantages thanks to combination of deep experience, strong teams and production and innovation expertise; partnership expected to launch in Q1 2026.
Spain remains Europe's leading producer of animal feed
Compound feed production in Spain reached 38.8 million tons in 2024.
SPACE 2025: Innovation, exchanges, and record attendance
333 participated in SPACE 2025 in Rennes, an international livestock show that broke records and placed innovation at the center of discussions.
Vitamins: Essential organic compounds. Classification and naming
Vitamins are essential for proper growth and also for ensuring proper function of the nervous system, immune system, reproductive system, bone development, and cell repair. They do not provide energy, and each vitamin performs particular functions that none of the other vitamins can.
Evaluating cottonseed protein isolate as a nutritious and gut-healthy alternative to cottonseed meal in growing pigs
Cottonseed protein isolate may be a suitable alternative to cottonseed meal in growing pigs.
Germany: Compound feed production increased in 2024/25
Increases in production volumes were recorded for the three largest types of use (pigs, cattle, and poultry).
Vitamin and mineral nutrition for controlling problems in breeding sows
With the main genetic lines' rapid improvement in terms of prolificacy, feed conversion ratio, and other production parameters, the reference requirements for vitamins and minerals have become outdated.
Public consultation to simplify food and feed safety regulations in the EU
The initiative aims to simplify, clarify and modernise selected provisions across several pieces of EU food and feed safety legislation.
VIV Select China moves to Shanghai for the 2026 edition
Following the remarkable success of VIV SELECT CHINA 2025 in Nanjing, the premier livestock industry exhibition is making a strategic move to Shanghai for its 2026 edition, signaling a new chapter of expanded global reach and enhanced industry connectivity.
Effects of fermented feed materials in weaning diets on growth performance and health parameters in piglets
Fermented feed materials containing Pediococci and Lactobacilli may improve gut health and growth performance in weanling pigs.
Recipe of the day: A flat commodities market with excessive uncertainty
A stew of grains with an abundance of ingredients, but seasoned with risks that could sour the overall dish.
Swine Industry Business Forum Mexico 2025: Vision in action
SIBFM 2025 made it clear that the Mexican pork industry is not only growing but is also becoming more professional, taking firm steps toward a sustainable and competitive future.
Impact of dietary fiber on nutrient digestibility and gut microbiota of lactating sows
The inclusion of dietary fiber in lactating diets may directly depend on fiber source and their fermentability.
Agrifirm Hungary is part of UBM Group
As of yesterday Agrifirm Hungary is part of UBM Group, marking an important step in the further consolidation of the agricultural sector in Hungary.
Argentina: Pork consumption up nearly 8% in the last year
In June 2025, per capita consumption reached 17.92 kg, a year-on-year increase of 1.28 kg, trending toward diversification in the Argentine diet.