Domestic Dutch sourcing A new report from Wageningen University and Research (WUR) sheds light on the structure of the feed compound industry in The Netherlands. Looking at the origin of protein-rich ingredients, as applied to Dutch
compound feeds in 2018, WUR found that 65% of proteins of the country’s compound feed originated from Europe. “Proteins form the building blocks of life on earth,” commented
WUR. “Both the quantity and quality of food are critical for the health of humans and animals. “At the moment, a considerable portion of our protein is consumed
through animal products and we are looking for ways to increase the availability and diversity of proteins from the perspectives of various disciplines: food science, agricultural and production technology and consumer behaviour. With the world’s growing population and increasing prosperity, the demand for and ability to afford animal proteins is increasing. The production of animal proteins takes up a lot of space, of which we are running out. “Another issue is that the amount of animal protein we consume in
the western world is often excessive and leads to obesity. That is why we need to move towards a more sustainable model of protein production and consumption.”
Research worth watching, certainly.
Canada conference Another research item which entered my inbox recently concerned the latest efforts to explore the links between animal nutrition and health, specifically as applied to the animal feed industry. Although the item turned out to be an attempt to entice me to travel
to Canada in May for a conference (note to editor – I am available!) the sales pitch was convincing. “The feed industry is evolving at a rapid pace to meet new regulatory
and customer requirements,” commented Melissa Dumont, Executive Director of the Animal Nutrition Association of Canada (ANAC), who will host the said conference in Winnipeg on May 12-14. Manitoba Agriculture’s Amy Johnston, who will chair the event’s
debates, added: “The (animal nutrition/health) theme is one that many can relate to, as we investigate alternative antimicrobial approaches, focus on food safety and promote sustainable agricultural practices.” A good sales pitch then, and well worth a look.
Pre-Covid-19 When a major development such as Covid-19 emerges, it inevitably throws a lot of former analysis and forecasting out of kilter. A market prediction or the identification of a global trend which looked sound and sensible in mid-December 2019 may now need some Covid-19 adjustment, or at least a bit of post-virus qualification. I say this by way of introducing a couple of forecast pieces from the
Dutch-based Rabobank organisation, whose analysts rarely disappoint. In both cases, however, please remember that they were talking ahead of Covid-19 becoming the issue is it today.
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