Sneak Peek: Top Learning Highlights at ANCC 2025

Ottawa, ONTARIO — The countdown is on for the 9th annual Animal Nutrition Conference of Canada (ANCC) taking place May 7–9 in Niagara Falls, Ontario. With early bird registration ending April 11, now is the time to lock in your plans.

“The response to this year’s conference has been fantastic — it’s clear there’s a real excitement for our animal nutrition community to come together in Niagara Falls for this dynamic, forward-looking event,” says Holly McGill, ANCC Program Chair.

“With registrations filling up quickly, we’re encouraging anyone who hasn’t secured their spot to do so soon. This year’s program is packed with insights that feed professionals can take straight back to the mill or farm. Whether you're looking to stay ahead of the curve, network with peers, or learn from top experts, the ANCC is ready to deliver.”

 

 

Under this year’s theme — “Practical Opportunities to Navigate the Future of Feed” — the ANCC provides a dynamic program full of valuable networking and learning opportunities.

Program highlights include:

  

Dr. Jennifer Ellis, University of Guelph

Explore how data-driven insights can optimize feed mill efficiency, improve sustainability, and enhance feed production.

  

Dr. Jean Pierre Vaillancourt, Université de Montréal

Understand what’s working, what’s not, and what’s next in biosecurity for swine and poultry — including emerging innovations.

   

Dr. Greg Penner, University of Saskatchewan

Discover how feed intake patterns affect gut health and what it means for animal performance and production.

   

These sessions are just a sample of the exceptional content designed to help today’s feed professionals prepare for tomorrow’s challenges.

“It’s exciting to see so many nutritionists, industry representatives, students and academic colleagues eager to engage this year — the momentum is really building,” says Katie Wood, ANCC Academic Chair. “ANCC is a unique environment where learning meets opportunity. It’s an invaluable space for knowledge exchange, professional growth, and building relationships that last well beyond the conference.”

Don’t miss out on the premier Canadian event for the feed industry. Learn more at www.animalnutritionconference.ca.

The Animal Nutrition Association of Canada (ANAC) is the national trade association of the livestock feed industry, with approximately 170 members including feed and ingredient manufacturers and distributors as well as suppliers of a wide range of goods and services to the feed industry. ANAC hosts the ANCC every year. Learn about ANAC at www.anacan.org.