agriculture feed Articles
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Vives University College students learn about BESTMIX Formulation as a Service - Case Study
Industries Feed Locations Europe Approximately 30 students at Vives University College are learning about BESTMIX feed formulation as part of their bachelor’s coursework in agro- and biotechnology. In the main subject of agriculture, feed formulation is a regular subject, while in the main subject of agro-industry it is an elective. Isabelle Degezelle, a lecturer in pig ...
By BESTMIX
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Tailoring an ERP solution to the unique needs of nutritional supply chains
Nutritional supply chains present companies with a unique set of challenges. Volatile raw material prices combine with the logistical difficulties of handling bulk materials and other complications to raise the risk of expensive errors. To avoid these pitfalls while realizing savings and efficiencies, companies need enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions tailored to their specific needs. ...
By BESTMIX
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Case Study - Manure Magic
Manure Magic is a patented product that can help support successful manure management programs throughout the world, such as field applications as fertilizer, because of its ability to liquefy the manure, which makes it much easier to administer. Application Examples The increase in regulatory requirements in dealing with animal waste solids has required growers to closely evaluate their ...
By Drylet, Inc.
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The use of GMOs and consumers' rights in the European Union
Most European consumers are against the use of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) products. Nevertheless, the European Union (EU) does not set particular limits to GMOs intake while it is restrictive with regard to GMOs farming. As consequence nine Member States, including France, Italy and Germany, have adopted measures to forbid GMOs farming on their land. Worldwide, the EU is the main ...
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The need for a professional network of agricultural and biosystems engineers in Africa
Agricultural productivity in Africa remains the lowest in the world, but recent concerns about food insecurity, rising food prices and resource depletion have spurred world–wide interest about the role of African agriculture in feeding Africa and the world. Majority of world's uncultivated agricultural land is in Africa, yet the capacity to harness this resource remains limited due partly ...
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Why in animal production feed efficiency is so important?
Feed efficiency improvement in farms is a global challenge because: Feed efficiency is important for farmer’s profitability Available surface for agriculture and feed/forage production is decreasing Human population and food demand are increasing in quantity and quality (animal proteins) Feed costs are increasing (direct and inputs) In the future we should produce more goods with ...
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Material drying equipment for high yield fertilizer production line
Working principle of drum dryer Drum dryer is a common drying equipment in NPK production line, which is used to deal with wet fertilizer particles in fertilizer processing. The rotary cylinder of the dryer is a slightly inclined and rotatable cylinder. The wet material enters from the upper part of one end and the dry material is collected from the lower part of the other end. Hot air enters ...
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Why Work at Ag Leader
Have you considered a career in the Agriculture industry? It is very rewarding knowing you’re helping farmers feed, fuel and clothe the world! Plus, the ag industry is just plain fun! It’s about working hard and playing hard. It’s about being helpful and respectful to each other and it’s about a common goal of improvement. Here at Ag Leader there are careers and ...
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Dietary exposure of mink (Mustela vison) to fish from the upper Hudson River, New York, USA: Effects on reproduction and offspring growth and mortality
The effects of feeding farm‐raised mink (Mustela vison) diets containing polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB)–contaminated fish from the upper Hudson River (New York, USA) on adult reproductive performance and kit growth and mortality were evaluated. Diets contained 2.5 to 20% Hudson River fish, providing 0.72 to 6.1 µg ΣPCBs/g feed (4.8–38 pg toxic equivalents [TEQWHO 2005]/g feed). The percentage ...
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BESTMIX Software supports COFCO`s innovative strategy - Case Study
Industries: Feed Location: China Products: BESTMIX for Feed & Ration BESTMIX Quality Control Animal feed producer COFCO Feed Co Ltd and IT partner Adifo software are proud to announce the start of a long and fruitful partnership. By implementing the professional feed software tools BESTMIX Feed Formulation and BESTMIX Quality Control, COFCO Feed Co is seeking to play out its ...
By BESTMIX
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Indoor Farming is the Future
By 2050, there will be 10 billion people on the planet, the majority of whom in cities. Gertjan and Lianne Meeuws behind Eindhoven firm, Seven Steps To Heaven, believe indoor farming is the future. “Our traditional food system is incapable of feeding everyone responsibly.” All of Eindhoven can identify Gertjan and Lianne Meeuws’ business from afar, thanks to its distinctive ...
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How to Get Birds Out of Farm Buildings
Birds can cause many different problems when they infest your farm buildings. From stealing feed to potentially carrying diseases, birds create many issues for you and your animals. Get birds out of your farm buildings for good with these tips from Avian Control. Types of Bird Control There are numerous methods you can use to get birds out of your farm buildings. Each method uses different ...
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How Can The Performance Of a Fish Feed Mill Be Enhanced?
Optimizing the performance of a fish feed mill is important for fish farmers and also feed producers. A well-performing fish feed mill can raise effectiveness, minimize waste, and boost total success. In this write-up, we will review the best techniques for enhancing the efficiency of a fish feed mill. Related post: sinking fish feed machine 1. Appropriate maintenance. Correct ...
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Tilapia Feed Formulation and Feeding Technique
Different Tilapia feed formulation are offered for Tilapia fish in different growth periods and feeding techniques skills are also of importance for fish farming. There are fish feed raw materials: Bran chaff feed, oil cake feed, amphibious plant feed, pomace feed, cereal feed, animal feed, compound feed. For more information, please click the following link: ...
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Sustainable feed production: How to go about it
How to strategically manage and optimize feed formulation based on nutrition and cost while considering environmental impact The environmental impact of livestock is a pressing issue that requires immediate action. Policymakers, retailers, and consumers are turning their attention towards our industry and demanding a change in the way we produce animal protein. For the industry as a ...
By BESTMIX
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NCGA Announces winners of the second annual consider corn challenge
On July 8, 2019, the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) announced the winners of the Consider Corn Challenge II, a challenge intended to highlight the range of biobased materials that can be produced with field corn feedstock. The three winners included: ExoPolymer, Inc. for a plan to create a new profile of customizable, polysaccharide-based hydrocolloids that are domestically produced ...
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Reduced soil tilling helps both soils and yields
Agriculture degrades over 24 million acres of fertile soil every year, raising concerns about meeting the rising global demand for food. But a simple farming practice born from the 1930's Dust Bowl could provide a solution, according to new Stanford research. The study, published Dec. 6 in Environmental Research Letters, shows that Midwest farmers who reduced how much they overturned the soil -- ...
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Animal Feed Pellet Machine
Many customers are interested in purchasing animal feed pellet machines for their farms to produce feed pellets for a variety of animals including chicken, duck, goose, cattle, goats, sheep, pigs, and others. These customers often inquire about the price and specifications of the machines to assess if they have sufficient funds and if the machine’s capacity and features meet their ...
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How farmers are saving on feed costs, and boosting profits
With livestock feed being the single largest expense when running cattle, the need to focus on reducing waste, especially when margins come under pressure, is of utmost importance. How do farmers save on feed costs, and boost profits? Find out how... Our Hustler Business Development team in the USA recently got involved with a study being held at Oklahoma State University where they tested ...
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What is Real-Time Monitoring?
How Can Real-Time Data Monitoring Improve the Efficiency of Aqua Farms? Industry experts credit the monitoring of these attributes to crop growth, survival, feed efficiency, water chemistry requirements and the overall effect on production. Benefits of Real-Time Monitoring and Data Access Benefit One: Collecting data to be used for consistent growth and using data collected daily, weekly and ...
By Aquasend
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