American Feed Industry Association

We are just a few weeks away from AFIA’s Feed Industry Institute 2024! Don’t worry, there is still time to register and join us in Minneapolis, Minn., June 17-20 for the exciting three-day educational forum. Meet the experts that will be speaking on industry topics and make your plans to attend today at afia.org/FII2024!

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🐴 Harnessing the power of technology for healthier hooves! Check out how the industry is revolutionizing equine nutrition with transparency and balance in Louise Calderwood's latest blog. 🌱

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Empowering Equine Nutrition: Leveraging Technology and Transparency for Balanced Diets Millions of years ago, horses digestive systems evolved to continuously consume large amounts of fibrous forage while they moved from place to place at a steady pace. But in an era when few horse owners can mimic this natural

Ready to take your career in the industry to the next level? Look no further than AFIA’s Feed Industry Institute! Join us in Minneapolis, Minn., from June 17-20 for educational sessions led by industry experts and exciting networking opportunities. Don't miss this chance to grow professionally and gain a comprehensive understanding of the animal and industry. Take steps toward investing in your professional development – learn more and register today!

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Fueling champions from hoof to finish line! Kentucky Derby contenders are powered by the finest animal feed.

Join us June 17-20, in Minneapolis, Minn., at the AFIA’s Feed Industry Institute (FII), where we are bringing together experts from across the industry to provide an educational forum on all things animal and !

Beginning with discussions on animal physiology and nutrition, extending to the ingredients and additives, and concluding with sessions on consumer trust, logistics and regulatory developments, FII will give you a comprehensive overview of the industry and .

Whether you are new to your role or looking to expand your knowledge, don’t miss out on this opportunity to network with leaders and learn from those who have paved their way in the industry. Learn more and register for at https://www.afia.org/events/fii-2024/.

Yesterday, AFIA engaged in the National Association of Farm Broadcasting Washington Watch event held in Washington, D.C. Representing AFIA, Constance Cullman and Leah Wilkinson spoke on a range of topics including the , trade resiliency and sustainability initiatives.

The American Feed Industry Association is proud to support the Securing American Agriculture Act (H.R. 8003). Check out our recent mention in Pet Food Processing on the United States’ reliance on China’s supply of certain essential ingredients and its impact on the American animal food industry.

New legislation seeks to assess US reliance on foreign supply chains More specifically, it aims to address the American animal food industry’s dependence on vitamin and animo acid imports from China.

Unleashing joy, love, and endless cuddles with our AFIA staff on ! 🐾❤️

This week, AFIA’s Equipment Manufacturers Committee held its meeting at Iowa State University. In addition to the regular business meeting, the group met with faculty and toured the ISU Kent Feed Mill and Grain Science Complex, which officially opened in Fall 2023.

AFIA is thrilled to share insights on recognizing excellence in feed production through the Feed Facility of the Year program! Dive into the latest blog to discover how industry leaders are setting new standards in feed manufacturing. The deadline for this year's Feed Facility of the Year is this Friday!

Recognizing Excellence in Feed Production with the Feed Facility of the Year Program During the month of March, the American Feed Industry Association recognized the final two 2023 Feed Facility of the Year Award winners. Below, we take a look back at our 2023 winners. 

: Animal feed puts to good use roughly 113.6m tons of materials annually that would otherwise end up in landfills. Learn more about how partner American Feed Industry Association is : https://buff.ly/3AqLw44

March 19 is and we celebrate the impact that the food and ag industry, especially the animal food industry, has in communities across the country and the workers who make it happen. Released today, the 2024 report finds that food and agriculture industries support $9.6 trillion in U.S. economic activity.

Read the full report: https://feedingtheeconomy.com/

Bringing a whole lot of joy to the office! 🐾 Constance Cullman, AFIA's President and CEO, brightening our day with the adorable Josie by her side.

Unveiling the Mechanics of Aquaculture Feeds: A Glimpse into What It Takes to Feed a Microscopic Animal Have you ever thought about what your shrimp eat during their lifetimes? We had not either, until a recent member visit with an aquatic feed manufacturer piqued our interest. Feeding microscopic animals is no small feat, but

Thanks to Jan Campbell for serving as the AFIA Feed Regulatory Committee chair and best wishes on her retirement.

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AFIA's Leah Wilkinson spoke to the Cambodian Food and Feed Safety Team delegation in D.C. as the Food and Agriculture Export Alliance (FAEA) guests, discussing how the United States processes could be implemented in Cambodia to help with the Law on Food Safety. Leah discussed how the U.S. federal government, state governments, agencies, and trade organizations work together regarding feed regulations.