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 aspiration for a circular economy. Nobody is better placed than the feed and livestock sector to...
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...