Animal Nutrition Conference of Canada 2026

Modern poultry systems face growing regulatory and consumer scrutiny surrounding long-term resilience, welfare, and efficiency. This session explores how nutritional strategies can enhance flock performance while supporting transparent communication and market expectations. Attendees will gain both technical and practical insights to help them align nutrition programs with evolving industry pressures.

Sustainability frameworks are increasingly focused on carbon footprints, yet scope 1–3 emissions remain complex and often misunderstood. This session provides a clear introduction to scope 1–3 emissions, highlighting how nutrition decisions directly influence carbon intensity through digestibility, nutrient efficiency, and waste reduction. It will connect scientific principles to global realities, including communicating with farmers and consumers. By the end of the session, attendees will understand not only the terminology, but also the levers they can pull to influence communications and outcomes.

Efficient protein and amino acid utilization is a cornerstone of profitable swine production and a key driver of environmental stewardship. This session explores strategies to improve protein digestibility and nitrogen retention while minimizing waste and emissions. The discussion will highlight current research on protein metabolism, formulation approaches, and the role of the gut environment in nutrient absorption, providing a framework for balancing feed cost, animal performance, and compliance