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Nutritional requirements for pigs and an update of the Brazilian Tables 2024 (I): Energy and amino acids for growing pigs
Of the pillars of commercial pig production, nutritional management, is based on its impact on the total final production cost. In Brazil, it represented 73.16% of the total production cost in 2024 on average, according to data from CIAS (2024, EMBRAPA). In this way, constantly updating the energy and nutrient requirements needed to optimize production outcomes is a focus of attention and a goal of ongoing scientific research.

EU proposes new tariffs on fertilizers from Russia and Belarus
The EU proposes tariffs on Russian fertilizers to reduce dependence and protect European industry from the risk of market destabilization.

Zero greenhouse gas emissions for Perstorp’s Waspik site
Leading global specialty chemicals innovator Perstorp today announced that the Animal Nutrition focused plant in Waspik, the Netherlands has officially reduced its direct emissions (Scope 1& 2) to report zero over 2024. It is the first Perstorp location with this exceptional distinction.
Impact of calcium and vitamin D supplementation on plasma bone turnover markers, bone mineralization, bone strength, and lameness scores in gilts
TechMix Europe hires Kristine Ruby and Antonella Della Badia

Argentina: Soybean trend turnaround with higher than expected recovery
After three weeks of rains that were key to the season's recovery, losses have stabilized and the trend shows a better than expected improvement in soybeans in the core region. A month ago, significant losses and extensive areas with total damage were projected.
Sound feeding signal for gestating sows: Evaluation of an individual learning strategy and its beneficial effects in groups

Argentina: 47.5 Mt of soybeans and 46 Mt of corn projected for the new season
With a sharp cut in corn, estimated production falls by 2 million tons from last month. For soybeans, the first projection, based on its current condition, is below expectations under a normal scenario.
Inclusion of illipe nut in porker pig diets: enhancing growth performance, meat quality, and nutritional value

Updated environmental footprint rules for feed published
The technical update of the PEFCR Feed extends its validity until December 2025, without significant methodological changes.

USDA corn and soybean projections for 2024/25 - February 2025
Compared to the January report, significant cuts were made in South American corn harvests and in exports from Brazil and Ukraine, related to the fall in Chinese imports. A decrease in the global soybean harvest and ending stocks was again projected, due to lower production in Argentina.

Argentina: Soybean crushing returns to record highs
Oilseed processing broke records in December and confirms the industry's good performance. Strong demand for corn further boosts corn shipments, which beat wheat exports.

The importance of uniformity and mixing quality in swine feed production
Uniformity and quality play a key role in the success of both the feed mill and the farm. The quality of swine feed starts with proper diet formulation, which must meet the animal's nutritional needs at every stage of its life, and a proper mixing process ensures uniform nutrient distribution and directly impacts production performance, animal health and welfare, and economic efficiency.

Brenntag Specialties announces exclusive partnership with HiProMine to distribute their insect-based products for the Animal Nutrition and Pet Food industries in Europe
With this functional insect-derived feed components ingredient from HiProMine, Brenntag is further expanding its sustainable ingredients portfolio.