ARLINGTON, Va. – The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) is pleased to announce that Megan Provost has joined AFIA as its new chief operating officer, effective Oct. 20. In this role, Provost is responsible for driving operational excellence, strategic execution and cohesion across the...
ARLINGTON, Va. – The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) is pleased to announce that the International Feed Industry Federation (IFIF) unanimously elected Constance Cullman, President & CEO of the AFIA, as chair for 2026–27 in Rome, Italy during the annual IFIF meeting last week. She will succeed...
NARA is an alliance that speaks with a collective voice to represent the best interests of its members in public, government and regulatory affairs, and provides services, programs and technical support to the North American rendering industry: both in the national and international markets. Learn more or explore membership at nara.org...
Kent Swisher (President and CEO, NARA) comments on his REAM 2025 presentation and NARA's role in policy shaping and increasing trade opportunities during this Engormix interview in Guadalajara, Mexico. ...
Lucas Villela Boacnin, Business Development Manager Latam at Argus, shares the ideas presented on market regulations during a discussion panel at REAM 2025 in Guadalajara, Mexico. ...
Charles Starkey (VP of Scientific and Regulatory Affairs, NARA) comments on NARA's initiatives, as well as collaboration between organizations across the rendering industry, during this Engormix interview at REAM 2025 in Guadalajara, Mexico. ...
Dana Johnson Downing (VP of International Programs, NARA) comments on their educational project, Rendering University, and its upcoming official launch, during this Engormix interview at REAM 2025 in Guadalajara, Mexico. ...
Charles Starkey (VP of Scientific and Regulatory Affairs, NARA) discusses his REAM 2025 presentation on biocircularity and sustainability in this Engormix interview. ...
Ethan Carter (Advisor, Darling Ingredients Inc.) explains how the rendering industry offers sustainable solutions and benefits during this Engormix interview at REAM 2025 in Guadalajara, Mexico. ...
Introduction Animal production relies on the supply of nutritious feeds supporting high growth, welfare and health of animals and the production of high-quality products in an environmentally sustainable and profitable manner. With feed cost representing 50 to 80% of the total production cost, feed manufacturers have a very important role in the overall economic viability of animal agriculture enterprises. Animal production involves a complex “nutritional supply...
The 2026 International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) is less than six months away and has surpassed 629,000 square feet of exhibit space and secured more than 1,130 exhibitors. It is the largest trade show floor ever in IPPE's history, and there is more to come!
As the only annual exposition highlighting the best...
ARLINGTON, Va. – The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) congratulates Luke Lindberg for his Senate confirmation over the weekend as the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s undersecretary for trade and foreign affairs.
Lindberg previously...
Among the many quality criteria in animal feed production, pellet durability is often cited as one of the most critical. And rightly so: fragile pellets tend to generate too much dust and fines, which can impact feed intake, zootechnical performance, and even trigger complaints from farmers. It’s no surprise, then, to see a growing number of posts, articles, and expert opinions stressing the importance of durability and how to improve it. But behind this apparent consensus...
AMINOSys® comprises consulting, hardware and software solutions for micro-ingredient handling and dosing in feed mills. The AMINOSys® range of equipment offers flexible solutions for fully automated direct dosing or for conveying from bulk silos to existing micro-ingredient systems. Comprehensive engineering and commissioning support ensures maximized benefit for the feed mill.
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Dan Meagher, CEO of Novus International and new AFIA Board chair, discusses his new position, goals for 2025, and current trade issues, as well as his work alongside AFIA's President & CEO, Constance Cullman, to communicate the industry's needs and help shape government policies. ...
The American Feed Industry Association’s (AFIA) Board of Directors concluded its annual spring meeting in Washington, D.C., last Thursday, where they advocated for key policy priorities impacting the animal food industry on Capitol Hill and conducted other official business,...
ARLINGTON, Va. – The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) is committed to its mission of being the voice of the U.S. animal food industry, influencing policy and connecting people. Given the evolving needs of its 650 feed and pet food industry members, along with projected...
On 20th of May, the second day of the 22nd (2025) CIAHE, in the presence of thousands of professional visitors and industry colleagues, Zheng Chang Feed Science & Technology Co., Ltd. and Belarus National Bio-technology Corporation (abbreviated as: BNBC) signed a contract to deepen the...
ARLINGTON, Va. – May 21, 2025 – The Institute for Feed Education and Research (IFEEDER) held its Board of Trustees annual meeting on Tuesday to discuss its current projects and install new Board leadership and trustees.
"IFEEDER has made significant progress in...
ARLINGTON, Va. – May 21, 2025 – The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) has released its 2025-26 policy priorities, reaffirming the animal food industry’s commitment to advancing policies that improve the business environment for U.S. animal food manufacturers. The new policy agenda focuses on improving the regulatory environment for new ingredients, expanding access to animal food solutions and enhancing market competitiveness while promoting feed...