VICTAM AND VIV
ASIA
POSTPONED Due to the ongoing pandemic, the management teams of VICTAM Corporation and VIV worldwide have decided to postpone VICTAM Asia and Health & Nutrition Asia in Bangkok to the third quarter of 2022. The current situation is still not as
optimal as it was estimated. Above all, the health of exhibitors and visitors and the successful outcome of the event are most important to the organizers. In light of the recent increase in
COVID-19 cases, which has forced the Royal Thai Government to implement new strict measures to control the spread of the pandemic, and the delays of the vaccination programs in several Asian countries, VICTAM and VIV do not see the opportunity to realize a large-scale event on the short term. Looking at the ongoing travel restrictions from and to Asia, the organizers also believe that it is not possible to guarantee the event quality as we know them for. The postponement to the third quarter of 2022 is in the interest of the whole industry.
VICTAM Asia in co-location with Health
& Nutrition Asia are thus rescheduled to September 7-9, 2022. The new venue selected is IMPACT Halls 9-10, in Bangkok, Thailand. The dates secured in September 2022
will give all stakeholders room to breathe and pay attention to other vital issues. The organizers’ mission is to present a strong, value-adding event to the industry with high benefits for all parties. VICTAM Corporation and VIV worldwide
will also continue their partnership in Europe in 2022 by co-locating VICTAM International and VIV Europe at the Jaarbeurs venue in Utrecht, the Netherlands, from May 31 – June 2, 2022. With the high percentage of vaccinations in Europe there is no reason to doubt that this show can successfully go on as planned. For more information, please visit the official websites.
REDUCE THE RISK OF MYCOTOXINS IN MAIZE SILAGE
THIS SEASON Farmers are being advised to pay close attention to detail when harvesting maize and take steps to minimise waste and preserve maximum quality. “It’s not been a typical season for maize,
with many crops going into the ground late. Quality and yield is looking variable, therefore it is important farmers explore
avenues which could help maximise quality and minimise dry matter losses between the field and feed-out, this will allow them to reduce purchased feed costs,” explains Lientjie Colahan, technical sales support at Lallemand Animal Nutrition. Mrs Colahan says using a maize
specific inoculant at ensiling will help get the most out of the crop, which is particularly beneficial during challenging seasons like this one. “Maize can be more difficult to
compact, meaning there’s more potential for residual oxygen in the clamp. When the clamp is opened, oxygen will penetrate faster, re-activating the yeasts and leading to aerobic spoilage and wasted silage,” says Mrs Colahan. “New metagenomic trial data which
looked at bacterial levels in maize silage treated with Magniva Platinum Maize over a 10-day period, found that after being exposed to oxygen, the pH of the treated silage was unchanged,” she says. “This indicates a significant
improvement in aerobic stability which was made possible due to the reduction of spoilage yeast populations when treating with the combination of L. buchneri NCIMB 40788 and L. hilgardii CNCM I-4785.” The trial data also revealed that the
treated silage showed a lower production of some specific mycotoxins after it had been exposed to oxygen, supporting palatability and reducing a potential threat to cow health. Jon Barton, regional business manager
at Lallemand Animal Nutrition, adds that alongside using an inoculant, paying close attention to the management practices at cutting will also be extremely important to maximise maize silage quality. “In order to harvest as much of the
farm as possible, at the optimum time and quality, farmers often need to make a compromise. This year it’s looking even more likely that farmers may need to be realistic and go with an average optimum quality,” says Mr Barton. “It’s important to keep your contractor
informed about acreage, field positions, processing and clamping. This needs to be a co-ordinated team effort, in order to achieve the best possible feed for your livestock.” Regardless of timings, the importance
of correct cutting should not be overlooked – maize should be cut 10-20cm high or above the second node of the plant. This is because nitrogen accumulates in the bottom third of the plant, and if you cut too low there is an increased risk of ensiling problems and potential creation of toxic silo gases. “Cutting the plant higher will also
reduce the risk of soil contamination which will help to reduce the likelihood of ensiling issues and the presence of spoilage microbes,” he concludes.
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BIOIBERICA ACHIEVES CSR MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATION
ALIGNED WITH THE UN SUSTAINABLE
DEVELOPMENT GOALS Bioiberica, has obtained certification of its CSR management system aligned with the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), following an audit by Bureau Veritas. Bioiberica is the first Spanish company
in the pharmaceutical industry to be awarded the certification. Achieving certified status reaffirms the company’s commitment to environmental, social and economic sustainability – a fundamental pillar of Bioiberica’s strategic objectives, alongside safety, innovation and excellence. In 2015, the UN General Assembly
outlined its SDGs – a shared set of global goals that aim to eradicate poverty and inequality, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all – in its 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The goals reflect the most significant needs of the planet and humanity and act as a guide to the risks and opportunities faced by all organisations in the coming years. The certification was awarded to
Bioiberica following a transparent audit process in which Bureau Veritas highlighted the company’s strong alignment with 6 of the 17 SDGs defined by the UN. These include: ensuring good health and wellbeing by creating an effective health and safety system for all employees (SDG 3); ensuring affordable and clean energy (SDG 7); promoting decent work and economic growth (SDG 8); building resilient infrastructure, sustainable industrialisation, and fostering innovation (SDG 9); advocating for reducing inequality and promoting social inclusion (SDG 10); and promoting responsible consumption and production through Bioiberica’s circular economy business model (SDG 12). Speaking of
the achievement,
Bioiberica’s CEO, Luis Solera, said: “Bioiberica is firmly committed to sustainability and the circular economy model. With this comes the responsibility of constantly working to improve the health of people, animals and plants, and promoting a coherent ecological transition that contributes to creating a healthier planet. The recognition of the CSR management system reinforces our determination to continue working towards a better future”. Bertrand Martin, Executive President
of Bureau Veritas Spain and Portugal, adds: “By achieving certification of its CSR Management System aligned with the SDGs, Bioiberica takes a further step in its crucial commitment to sustainability. We’re very proud to have certified a company whose commitment is to improve global health and wellbeing, and working with companies like Bioiberica reinforces our desire to contribute to a more responsible economy.”
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