Animal Nutrition & Innovation
Animal nutrition science and feed processing technology provide the foundation of the European industrial compound feed & premix sectors. Initially focusing on livestock performance, animal nutrition research is now also deliberately oriented towards supporting animal welfare, animal health and reducing environmental impacts.
Enhancing animal health & welfare
The role of animal nutrition to reduce the need for antibiotics use at farm level and to support animal welfare should be acknowledged by a legal framework and encouraged by public research...
Nutrition efficiency
Improving nutrient efficiency is a key objective of the Farm to Fork strategy and is emblematic of the aspirational target to foster circular economy. Nobody is better placed than the feed and...
Feed value and composition
Full transparency on composition of feed and nutritional value is a prerequisite for an informed choice and a trusting relationship between the farmer and his supplier. Beyond this, clear and...
Strategic Research & Innovation Agenda
More than ever the livestock sector needs to rely on public investment in research to accelerate its transition to more sustainable food systems. This includes in particular a better understanding of...