Utrix opens subsidiary in Abu Dhabi

January 31, 2025 - Utrix has announced the incorporation of a new subsidiary in Abu Dhabi (Al Ain), Utrix Animal Nutrition for the Trading. This new subsidiary, referred to as Utrix Animal Nutrition, will serve as a platform to disseminate Utrix's feed solutions and technical services across the GCC countries.

Michel Daher, Business Development Director, commented on the announcement: "As a key producer of feed solutions in the Middle East region, opening this subsidiary in the UAE was a natural move for Utrix to better support our customers in the UAE and other GCC countries. We are in the process of successfully registering our key solutions for poultry and ruminant nutrition in the UAE and are now ready to commence sales."

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The new subsidiary, based in Al Ain, will feature both warehouse and office facilities to ensure efficient operations and expert technical support to the local customers. It will be managed by Mr Sameh Al Khouly, Regional Sales Manager, who brings extensive experience in the animal nutrition and health industry and a deep understanding of the regional market dynamics.

The Compound Feed market in the GCC countries is highly consolidated and dynamic, expected to grow at a CAGR of 7% between 2024-2029, with the poultry feed market being the dominant segment. This trend, coupled with increased consumer demand for quality food products, presents significant opportunities for Utrix's innovative solutions designed to enhance productivity as well as food quality and safety.

For more information, visit HERE.

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Brabender presents itself as a brand of Anton Paar at iba

January 30, 2025 - In August 2023, the German traditional company Brabender was acquired by the international measurement technology specialist Anton Paar. At this year's iba in Düsseldorf, the leading world trade fair for bakery, confectionery and snacks, Brabender will present itself as a brand of Anton Paar and showcase innovative solutions.

Brabender ExtensoGraph

The expanded product portfolio includes measurement and testing devices that support various phases of food production and significantly simplifying quality control. It offers solutions for perfecting dough performance, precise particle size analysis for fine-tuning ingredients, monitoring and predicting and shelf life of oils, characterising the flow behaviour of powders to achieve the perfect sweetness level in juices and syrups, to give a few examples.

would you like to optimise your production process and find answers to these or similar challenges?

• How is the water absorption capacity of flour determined and how are the rheological properties of dough analysed?
  The Brabender FarinoGraph is a measuring device for determining the water absorption capacity of flour and for analysing the rheological properties of dough. It is used in flour mills and industrial bakeries, among other places, to ensure the quality of flour and dough along the entire value chain.
• How can you ensure your dough performs perfectly during processing and baking?
  The new Brabender ExtensoGraph tests dough under real-life conditions, meets global key quality standards and ensures data acceptance along the entire value chain by using the internationally recognised ExtensoGraph/Brabender Units.
• How do you adjust the gelatinisation properties of your flour to meet customer specifications?
  The Brabender ViscoQuick is a compact and reliable digital torque viscometer that's 25% faster than comparable devices. It measures gelatinisation properties of starch-based products and the viscosity of different fluids.
• How can you ensure the perfect flow and consistency for fillings, coatings and bakery ingredients?
  The ViscoQC makes it easy to test the viscosity of a variety of products, from chocolate to honey, syrups, plant-based dairy alternatives, thickening agents, fruit purées and sauces. It ensures optimal texture, quality and performance across your formulations.
• How to innovate with fillings, or characterise the flow of powders?
  The MCR rehometer helps you to characterise and understand the behaviour of liquid fillings and powdered ingredients. With these insights, you can develop smoother and more spreadable fillings or create more stable alternatives to traditional fillings and powders such as flour or milk powder.
• How to control spreadability of margarine and plant-based fats to achieve desired textures?
  The PNR 12 is a gravity penetrometer. It is used to analyse the spreadability. of margarine and vegetable edible fats. Accessories and test kits useable according to the AOCS and Unilever methods are available for this purpose, enabling precise and standardised consistency tests.

Those who are visiting the iba trade fair can find Anton Paar in Hall 10, Booth H50.

For more information, visit HERE.

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Feed Education Program highlights expected regulatory changes for animal food industry

January 30, 2025 - The American Feed Industry Assocaition's (AFIA) Production Compliance Committee hosted its annual Feed Education Program recently, covering what the animal food industry can expect from US federal regulators in 2025. Program speakers discussed upcoming priorities for the Environmental Protection Agency, Occupational Safety and Health Administration and the Food and Drug Administration, along with the AFIA's 2024 educational program opportunities and a discussion of artificial intelligence (AI) in feed manufacturing.

"With all the regulatory updates and changes, it's more important now than ever for feed manufacturers to stay head of compliance changes. From injury and illness record keeping to heat injury prevention, these regulations directly impact facility operations and worker safety. Our goal is to ensure AFIA members have the resources they need to navigate these changes effectively," stated Gary Huddleston, AFIA's Director of Feed Manufacturing and Regulatory Affairs. "Overall, the AFIA educational program provided a quick overview of what else is coming down the pike this year that may impact manufacturers' ability to do business."

The program featured Christian Richter, Principal at The Policy Group, who discussed what we can expect from a second Donald Trump presidency, from a regulatory freeze of recent Biden administration regulations to the withdrawal from the Paris Agreement and the implementation of the Department of Government Efficiency. Richter also discussed what those in the animal food industry can expect from the EPA when it comes to the incoming administrator and how the industry can navigate the formaldehyde risk evaluation and meat and poultry products effluent guidelines. Huddleston shared insights from OSHA, including the OSHA Injury and Illness Recordkeeping Rule amendment, the proposed Heat Injury and Illness Prevention Standard and the Worker Walkaround Representative Designation Process rule.

Leah Wilkinson, AFIA's Vice President of public policy and education, shed light on the latest changes with the ingredient review and approval processes, including the loss of the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) and FDA memorandum of understanding, and the introduction of the FDA's Animal Food Ingredient Consultation process and the AAFCO and Kansas State University Olathe ingredient approval partnership.

Paul Davis, PhD, spoke on the exciting education and training opportunities that the AFIA will offer in 2025. George Obeng-Akrofi, PhD, Instructor of Feed Technology at Iowa State University (ISU) and Assistant Operations Manager at the Iowa State University Kent Feed Mill and Grain Science Complex, shared an insightful presentation on AI in feed manufacturing, which included an overview of feed technology, the rise of AI and the backbone of AI data.

The 2026 AFIA Feed Education Program will take place again at IPPE next year in Atlanta, Ga, during the International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE).

For more information, visit HERE.

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Cade elected 2025 US Poultry & Egg Association Chair

January 28, 2025 - Jonathan Cade, President of Hy-Line International, Des Moines, Iowa, was elected Chair of the Board of Directors of US Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY). The board meeting was held during the International Poultry Expo, part of the 2025 International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE). Cade previously served as Vice Chair.

The 2025 U.S. Poultry & Egg Association Executive Committee includes (from left): Mikell Fries, Claxton Poultry Farms, immediate past chair; Jonathan Cade, Hy-Line International, chair; Bill Griffith, Peco Foods Inc., vice chair; Dr. Alice Johnson, Butterball LLC, treasurer; and Kevin McDaniel, Wayne-Sanderson Farms, secretary.

Cade has a degree from Harper Adams University in the United Kingdom (UK). Before becoming President of Hy-Line International, he served as Managing Director of Hy-Line UK International.

Vice Chair

Bill Griffith, Peco Foods, Tuscaloosa, Alaska, was named Vice Chair. Griffith is a graduate of Virginia Tech where he obtained degrees in biology and chemistry. Before joining Peco Foods, he served as President for Keystone Foods, US. He also had a successful tenure at Perdue Foods where he oversaw food safety, quality and regulatory compliance, in addition to serving as a Microbiologist for Tyson Foods. He has served the poultry industry in various capacities, including participating on the USPOULTRY Foundation Research Advisory Committee, as well as remaining active with the National Chicken Council. He is Chief Operations Officer for Peco Foods.

Treasurer

Alice Johnson, DVM, Butterball, Garner, North Carolina, was named Treasurer. Johnson earned her bachelor's degree in biology from Pfeiffer College and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Tuskegee Institute. Before her work with Butterball, Johnson served as President and CEO of the National Turkey Federation. She has also held multiple leadership positions with organisations like the National Food Processors Association and the American Meat Institute. She currently serves as Senior Vice President of Food Safety, Regulatory and Animal Well-Being for Butterball. Johnson's role encompasses multiple responsibilities, including the development, implementation and oversight of food safety, quality and animal well-being. In addition, since joining the company in 2006, Johnson has worked alongside federal and state regulatory agencies to implement and manage government regulations within the company.

Secretary

Kevin McDaniel, Wayne-Sanderson Farms, Oakwood, Georgia, was named Secretary. He earned a bachelor's degree in agricultural economics from Stephen F Austin State University. With more than 34 years of industry experience, he recently served as President of Aviagen North America, as well as held senior roles with OK Foods and Pilgrim's. In addition to USPOULTRY, McDaniel currently sits on the Board of Directors for the National Chicken Council and Southern Hens and previously held several key positions with The Poultry Federation. He is Chief Operating Officer for Wayne-Sanderson Farms, where he oversees the fresh, retail and prepared foods business units in addition to leading the engineering and marketing functions.

Immediate Past Chair

Mikell Fries, Claxton Poultry Farms, Claxton, Georgia, is Immediate Past Chair. Fries is a graduate of Georgia Southern University where he obtained a degree in business management. Before assuming Claxton's Head Operational role, he spent several years in senior positions overseeing sales and marketing. He has served the poultry industry in various capacities, including serving on the Boards of Directors for the Georgia Poultry Federation and Norman W Fries. He is President for Claxton Poultry Farms.

"With the experience and guidance these officers bring to our organisation, the future of USPOULTRY is in excellent hands. I look forward to their leadership in helping to shape our organisation over the next year," remarked Nath Morris, President of USPOULTRY.

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FEFAC's key recommendations on the new EU Vision for Agriculture and Food

January 24, 2025 - FEFAC shared its initial reflection and sectoral recommendations regarding the role and contribution of the EU compound and premix manufacturers to the New Vision on Agriculture and Food with Mr Christophe Hansen, European Commissioner for Agriculture and Food, and with the and Mr Czeslaw Siekierski President of the EU AGRIFISH Council, Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of Poland.

FEFAC President Pedro Cordero considers that the "Focus on enhancing food security for EU citizens and at global level through increased resilience of EU agricultural and food production systems, should be at the core of announced new EU 'Vision on Agriculture and Food' in times of growing geopolitical tensions and escalating trade disputes".

FEFAC's key sectoral recommendations take into account direct references to the crucial role of the EU feed sector for the integration of the livestock sector contributions to increase the circularity while mitigating climate impacts of EU Agri-food systems, laid down in the Strategic Dialogue on the future of EU agriculture.

Competitiveness of the EU livestock and feed sector:

• FEFAC calls for the promotion of advanced feeding techniques which can strengthen competitiveness of livestock production through increased efficiencies of feeding systems.
• FEFAC underlines the need to set realistic objectives for the supply of home-grown feed proteins

Contribution of the EU feed and livestock sector to Sustainable agricultural production systems:

• FEFAC calls for the prioritisation of innovation in low emission circular feed solutions requiring a further adaption of the EU legislative framework.
• FEFAC highlights the need for the development of a comprehensive biomass balance sheet to enhance the efficiency of its circular bioeconomy.

Simplification measures to enhance the green transition of the livestock and feed sector:

• FEFAC calls for simplified eco-schemes supporting the take-up of sustainable feed solutions in livestock production systems.

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Dinnissen introduces its own stainless steel lift for pallets, IBCs and FIBCs

January 24, 2025 - The idea for the stainless steel lift emerged during a project in the United States. Dinnissen built two mixing lines there for a major multinational in dietary supplements (collagen powder). During this project, Dinnissen specialists Frans Bakker and Melvin van Hilst noticed that the design was not sufficiently safe. Pallets with raw materials had to be placed on a platform at a height of eight meters, which involved significant risk. Back in the Netherlands, they decided to develop a safer solution together: a lift to safely elevate the pallets with raw materials.

The idea was immediately well received by the client. They searched for a supplier capable of delivering fully stainless steel lifts without hydraulics, due to stringent hygienic requirements. However, the search brought no outcome. When it becomes clear that no suitable supplier could be found, Dinnissen decided to design and build the lift themselves, fully tailored to the client's needs.

Efficient and safe transportation of raw materials

The stainless steel lift for pallets, IBCs and FIBCs provides an efficient and safe way to move raw materials and products within a hygienic production environment. This innovative system meets the strict hygiene standards of the food industry, saves space, ensures safety and accelerates work processes. 

The lift's design is fully aligned with the highest safety and hygiene standards, with stainless steel as the primary material. Stainless steel is not only corrosion-resistant but also easy to clean, minimising the risk of contamination. Moreover, the stainless steel lift is highly versatile: it can easily handle various product types, including pallets, drums, big bags and sack goods.

No hydraulics, but reliable mechanical belt drive

The company has further enhanced the lift's safety by opting for a mechanical belt drive instead of hydraulics. This not only improves hygiene. This not only improves hygiene but also makes the system more reliable and durable. Additionally, the lifts comply with safety standards, such as CE certification, thanks to collaboration with the Liftinstituut in The Netherlands. This partnership ensures compliance and safe operation in industrial environments.

The fully stainless steel lift features its own control system, including LOTO provisions and fall protection, to ensure maximum safety. Everything is fully compliant with the EN 81-30:2010 regulations.

Custom solutions for every stainless steel lift

The company designs the stainless steel lift entirely according to the specific requirements of the customer. This includes considerations such as height, capacity or the specific configuration of input and output routes. Dinnissen ensures that the lift seamlessly integrates into the production process. The lifts can be built in various heights and have a lifting capacity ranging from 500-2000kg.

The company has already built several stainless steel lifts and is currently producing multiple units for various customers.

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Port of Rosyth's agri-hub multimillion pound investment in haulage equipment

January 23, 2025 - Scotland's largest agricultural products hub (agri-hub) at the Port of Rosyth has made a further major investment in specialist haulage equipment to support the large tonnage of bulk cargos the port handles each year. The multimillion-pound investment sees the delivery of 10 tractors and 13 trailers which will primarily support the bulk cargo import work with agri feed specialist Cefetra.

New Tractors and trailers at the Port of Rosyth's agri-hub with the team from Forth Ports, Cefetra and Bryson. Credit: Peter Devlin

Cefetra, a long-term customer of the Port of Rosyth, supplies the Scottish market with key raw materials for the feed, food and drink industries, and has imported over two million tonnes of agri bulk into the port since the partnership started in 2020.

The 10 new tractors are New Holland T6 180's built in Basildon, Essex with 13 Marshall QM1400 (18.4 cubic meter, 20t capacity) trailers manufactured in Aberdeen. All the equipment, supplied by Bryson Tractors Ltd, is TASCC (Trade Assurance Scheme for Combinable Crops) certified, a quality accreditation, to allow them to handle food and feed products.

Commenting on the investment, Andy Lamb, Asset Manager at the Port of Rosyth said: "This significant investment in our agri-hub in Rosyth ensures that we are able to provide excellent haulage support for our important customer Cefetra with the large volume of agri-bulk imported each year. Coupled with our bespoke agri-bulk warehousing at the port, we are in the perfect location to ensure that the supplies reach the key farming and food market in Scotland. Our thanks to the team at Bryson Tractors for delivering the tractors and trailers in time for a busy 2025 ahead."

James Neilson, Supply Chain Director, Cefetra said: "We are delighted to see this significant investment at the Port of Rosyth, which underscores its vital role as Scotland's premier agri-hub. The addition of specialist haulage equipment will enhance the port's operational efficiency and capacity, directly supporting the high volumes of bulk cargo we handle together.

"As a long-term partner of the Port of Rosyth, Cefetra is proud to contribute to Scotland's feed, food and drink industries by ensuring a reliable supply of key raw materials. The import of over two million tonnes to date highlights the strength of this partnership and its importance to Scotland's agricultural and industrial sectors. This investment is a clear commitment to supporting sustainable growth in the agri-supply chain. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with the Port of Rosyth to deliver quality and efficiency for our customers across Scotland."

Stuart Dickson, Sales Manager from Bryson Tractors, who supplied the Marshall Trailers and New Holland Tractors said: "We are really pleased to work with Forth Ports on this project. Working along with our suppliers, we put together a comprehensive package to meet the requirements and timescales of Forth Ports. Our team at Bryson Tractors and our suppliers put in a huge effort to deliver this project. It's great to see the machines now operating on-site. We are looking forward to continue supporting Forth Ports and Cefetra in the future."

Forth Ports has set out its ambition to achieve net zero operations across the group by 2042 and, as part of this, the Port of Rosyth is working through a transition to move all plant and equipment to run on HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil). This process began in 2023 with the dedicated Agri Hub equipment including the mobile harbour crane and eco hopper switching to HVO.

The agri-hub in Rosyth, which opened in 2020, handles an extensive range of important agricultural products for Scottish animal feed, food and drink and farming industries. The port's warehouse capacity for agri products can store up to 100,000 tonnes. The new equipment will be based in Rosyth, Leith and Dundee with the majority of tonnage being handled in Rosyth. They will join the existing fleet of specialist bulk cargo moving equipment at the port including Liebherr mobile harbour crane with Samson ecological hopper to manage dust emission.

The location and facilities at the Agri-Hub on the Firth and Forth ensure an efficient supply chain as cargo can be shipped directly from all around the World to Scotland without the need for trans-shipments at a European port. This also means there is a reduction in truck road miles as the hub is located centrally in Scotland for many farmers and food manufacturers.

Rosyth's locations and logistical links to the motorway network, make it ideally suited to supply all areas of Scotland and Northern England. The port has both deep sea and short sea capabilities. To create the agri-hub, the Port of Rosyth was deepened to provide a true deep-water port capable of taking vessels carrying up to 50,000 tonnes of cargo.

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New study to analyse the potential impact of vitamin, amino acid supply chain disruptions

January 23, 2025 - The Institute for Feed Education and Research (IFEEDER) recently initiated a research project to analyse the potential impacts that vitamin and amino acid supply chain disruptions could have on livestock health and food security. This project aims to identify the critical supply thresholds and inclusion rates at which animal health and livestock production would be adversely affected from shortages of key diet nutrients. The research will be completed by Decision Innovation Solutions (DIS), working in collaboration with Lobo Consulting Solutions.

"The last few years, feed and ingredient manufacturers have faced a volatile supply chain, amid geopolitical tensions, labour disputes and more. To proactively plan for the future, IFEEDER's new research project will work to understand where the US industry is vulnerable so that they can look for solutions now before livestock and poultry production or US food security is adversely affected," said Lara Moody, IFEEDER Executive Director.

The study will employ advanced modelling techniques to simulate varying levels of ingredient availability, assessing the downstream effects on livestock and poultry production. Areas of focus include analysing vitamin and amino acid deficiencies' impact on growth rates, feed utilisation efficiency, protein output and overall productivity. The research will also consider health indicators such as mortality rates, reproductive success and changes in lean meat yield.

DIS is expected to complete the research later this summer.

The company is currently seeking corporate donations from across the food and agriculture industry to support this work.

For more information, visit HERE.

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İmaş succeeded to be Turkey’s ‘Export Leader’ in milling technologies again for the year 2024

January 21, 2025 - Operating in more than 120 countries in 5 continents worldwide with the machines it manufactures and the turnkey plants it builds, İmaş announced that it is Turkey’s ‘leading export organisation operating in both grain and feed milling machinery industries’ according to official export data as of the end of 2024 as it was in 2023.

Moving rapidly towards becoming one of the world leaders in milling technologies, İmaş manufactures machinery for grain and feed milling and constructs turnkey facilities worldwide. Operating in the sector for 35 years, İmaş stands out with its significant achievements on a global scale, especially in recent years.

In 2023, İmaş managed to become Turkey’s export leader in the grain and feed milling machinery categories with machinery exports to many countries, particularly the Middle East, Africa, America, Europe, Far East, Russia and CIS countries.

According to 2024 year-end export data, İmaş, once again one of Turkey’s leading companies in the food machinery and components category, has once again succeeded in becoming ‘Turkey’s export leader’ in milling technologies, based on the total amount of exports made on the basis of grain processing machines with 8437.80 HS code and feed milling machines with 8436.10 HS code. With this unique success in two consecutive years, İmaş has reinforced its position among Turkey’s leading companies operating in both grain and feed milling technologies.

Not only the export leader, according to Turkishtime’s ranking of companies with the largest R&D budgets, İmaş has also been among Turkey’s Top 250 R&D Leaders since 2015, and also among the Top 10 R&D Leaders of the Turkish machinery industry in all industrial segments.

Mustafa Özdemir, General Manager of İmaş Makine A.Ş. and also Board Member of Loras Holding A.Ş., expressed his feelings about the export leadership with the following words:

‘It is a great pleasure for us to be the export leader of our sector in Turkey this year as we were last year. This success, which we have achieved with our highly experienced team in the sector, our long-term business partnerships around the world and the trust we can make our customers feel, is also an important indicator that we have grown day by day in 35 years. With this motivation, I believe that we will carry out works that will add even more value to our sector in the coming period. I would like to thank firstly the İmaş team, all our customers and valuable business partners worldwide for their contribution to our success.

Operating not only as a machine manufacturer but also as a turnkey solution partner, İmaş completed nearly 20 projects worldwide in 2024. In addition, the company’s current project inventory includes 40 projects with ongoing installation processes worldwide.

The grain mill (flour, semolina, corn flour, etc.) projects that İmaş completed last year are mainly located in the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia, while the feed mill projects are mainly located in the Middle East, West Africa and some CIS countries.

In addition, İmaş has 11 grain mill projects with medium and large scale capacities (300 tonnes/day – 720 tonnes/day) and more than 15 feed mill projects with medium and large scale capacities (5 tonnes/hour – 30 tonnes/hour) under construction in different regions around the world.

Today, İmaş stands out in the sector as a company with proven global expertise in ‘Mega Mill’ projects.

By the end of 2023, İmaş had completed one of the largest flour milling projects in Africa with a capacity of 2,400 tonnes/day for Nigerian industrial giant BUA Foods. Based on the second agreement signed in August 2024, the company will be constructing a second project with a total capacity of 3,200 tonnes/day for BUA Foods. In addition to the turnkey facilities it has established today, İmaş stands out as a reliable solution partner worldwide with its experience and expertise in ‘Mega Mill’ projects.

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2025 IPPE to proceed as planned

January 20, 2025 - The International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) announced recently that it will proceed as planned, January 28-30, 2025 in Atlanta, following recent detections of highly pathogenic avian influenza in Georgia.

On Friday, the Georgia Department of Agriculture suspended all poultry exhibitions that display live birds, shows, swaps, meets and sales (eg flea market or auction market). However, Commissioner Tyler Harper confirmed that this does not apply to IPPE, given that no live birds will be present.

"After reviewing the programming scheduled for IPPE and confirming that no live birds will be present at the Expo, we have determined that none of the programming at IPPE could be considered a 'suspended' activity. As such, we look forward to having IPPE proceed as scheduled, and I look forward to joining you and the many others at the Expo which will showcase the future of the poultry industry," Harper said.

Attached is a letter from the Georgia Department of Agriculture, stating that the 2025 IPPE will proceed as scheduled.

The IPPE regularly adheres to good biosecurity protocols and encourages all attendees to take advantage of the biosecurity measures that will be used around the Georgia World Congress Center during the 2025 IPPE, including foot cleaning mats and hand sanitiser stations. The show partners also strongly recommend attendees remain free from contact with poultry, pigs and other livestock for a minimum of three to five days before visiting the IPPE. Additionally, as with any biosecurity plan, it is recommended that vehicles that have been on a farm to be cleaned and disinfected before driving them to IPPE.

"We are pleased that the 2025 IPPE will continue as planned and will do our part to be good partners in our efforts to curb the virus, adhering to our biosecurity preparedness plans," said IPPE show organisers.

The 2025 IPPE will have more than 597,900 square feet of exhibit space and feature 1380-plus exhibitors. IPPE is a collaboration of three trade shows - International Feed Expo, International Poultry Expo and International Meat Expo - representing the entire chain of protein production and processing. The 2025 IPPE is sponsored by the American Feed Industry Association, Meat Institute and US Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY).

More information about IPPE is available, HERE.

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Government introduces import ban of cattle, pigs and sheep from Germany

January 17, 2025 - The Government has stepped up measures to prevent the spread of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD), following a case being confirmed in Germany.

The commercial import of cattle, pigs, sheep, deer, buffaloes and their products such as meat and dairy from Germany will now be banned to protect farmers and their livelihoods. GB health certificates will no longer be issued for animals susceptible to FMD including all live animals and fresh meat and animal products.

As of January 15 it is no longer permitted for travellers to bring unpackaged meat, meat products, milk and dairy products, certain composite products and animal by products of pigs and ruminants into Great Britain from the EU, EFTA states, Faroe Islands and Greenland. Additionally, these products may not be brought to Great Britain from Germany, even if commercially packaged. These products can be placed in the secure bins provided in ports and airports.

The UK Chief Veterinary Officer is also urging livestock keepers to remain vigilant to the clinical signs of FMD following an outbreak of the disease in Germany. There are no cases in the UK currently.

FMD poses no risk to human or food safety, but is a highly contagious viral disease of cattle, sheep, pigs and other cloven-hoofed animals. Livestock keepers should therefore be absolutely rigorous about their biosecurity.

Maintaining good biosecurity is essential to protecting the health and welfare of herds and critical to preventing the spread of diseases such as FMD and preventing an outbreak spreading.

FMD causes significant economic losses due to production losses in the affected animals as well as loss of access to foreign markets for animals, meat and milk for affected countries.

Clinical signs to be aware of vary depending on the animals, but in cattle the key signs are sores and blisters on the feet, mouth and tongue with potentially a fever, lameness and a reluctance to feed. In sheep and pigs signs tend to manifest with lameness with potential for blistering. 

UK Chief Veterinary Officer Dr Christine Middlemiss said:

"We remain in constant contact with German counterparts to understand the latest situation following their confirmation of a single case of Foot and Mouth disease.

"We have robust contingency plans in place to manage the risk of this disease to protect farmers and Britain's food security, which means using all measures to limit the risk incursion and spread of this devastating disease.

"I would urge livestock keepers to exercise the upmost vigilance for signs of disease, following scrupulous biosecurity and report any suspicion of disease immediately to the Animal and Plant Health Agency.

"Everyone can help stop animal diseases spreading to this country by not brining home meat, cheese and milk products when they travel abroad."

Farming Minister Daniel Zeichner said:

"The Government will do whatever it takes to protect our nation's farmers from the risk posed by Foot and Mouth.

"That is why restrictions have immediately been brought in on animal products from Germany to prevent an outbreak and we will not hesitate to add additional countries to the list if the disease spreads.

"We will continue to keep the situation under review working closely with the German authorities."

This comes as the Government announced a £200 million investment in the UK's main research and laboratory testing facilities at Weybridge to bolster protection against animal disease.

For more information, visit HERE.

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New enzyme solutions for crispy wafers and sugar-reduced confections

January 17, 2025 - From February 2-5, 2025, SternEnzym will be presenting its latest enzyme solutions for the confectionery industry at ProSweets Cologne (Hall 10.1, Booth J-061). The company will show how enzymes can support current industry trends like sugar reduction and help manufacturers develop products for health-conscious consumers. At the same time, these enzyme solutions enable more economical production through improved processes and reduced downtime.

Highly modern wafer products for current market requirements

As a highlight, at the trade fair SternEnzym will demonstrate how wafer manufacturers can make their production process more efficient while simultaneously meeting rising market expectations. Many manufacturers face challenges such as inconsistent flour quality, which can lead to production interruptions and quality fluctuations. SternEnzym develops enzyme solutions to address these issues. By optimising dough viscosity and stabilising production, these solutions not only improve consistency but also reduce energy consumption and shorten baking times.

Crispy wafers with trendy fillings

The company will present two creative wafers concepts at the trade fair: Dark chocolate wafers filled with either a 'brownie'-flavoured cream of a 'Dubai Chocolate' version. The Dubai creme, inspired by current social media trends, combines pistachio paste, kadaifi (angel hair) and tahini (sesame paste).

Thanks to a specially developed enzyme, the wafers stay particularly crispy. With these solutions the company enables manufacturers to offer economically produced, high-quality wafer products that meet current consumer trends.

The products presented were developed in the company's own wafer laboratory. This semi-automatic pilot plant with full-size baking plates enables extensive testing under very realistic conditions, so that individual customer needs can be accurately implemented and targeted solutions developed for industrial use.

Enzymatic production fructooligosaccharides (FOS) for new confection formulations

Another development the company will present at ProSweets 2025 is the enzymatic production of fructooligosaccharides (FOS) from sucrose. FOS are prebiotic compounds metabolised by beneficial gut bacteria and thus promoting a healthy microbiome.

Adding FOS from sucrose also enables reduction of the amount of sugar in confections, without negatively affecting taste or texture. This creates new opportunities for developing products that appeal to health-conscious consumers.

Tasting at Booth J-061

Visitors at ProSweets 2025 will have the chance to try the new wafer creations and many other products right at the booth or take samples with hem to taste later.

For more information, visit HERE.

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MC Mühlenchemie develops the first enzymatic solution for improving the taste of baked goods

January 16, 2025 - MC Mühlenchemie has expanded its enzyme product portfolio with a pioneering innovation, Omnizym Taste. This new enzyme compound makes the targeted flavour improvement of baked goods possible only by using flavourings. Depending on requirements, mills can offer bakeries added value in the form of flour with functional properties that help products stay fresh longer.

Taste improvement through enzymatic innovation

The company works to adjust flours to significantly improve the flavour profile of baked goods. Omnizym Taste, the newest addition to the company's Omnizym series, eliminates undesired flavour nuances while strengthening the characteristic bread taste. The formulation contains hydrolytic enzymes that target and remove off-tastes in yeast-raised baked goods, to arrive at an intense yet balanced flavour.

Challenges in modern baked-goods production

In modern baked-goods production, especially with products such as sandwich bread, hamburger buns and baguettes, preservatives like propionate often cause undesirable off-tastes or bitterness. Omnizym Taste was developed to counteract these negative effects. The result is a full, balanced bread flavour without negative interactions with other enzymes or ingredients. This solution is suitable for virtually all yeast-raised recipes, and lets bakeries significantly improve the way their products taste, without using flavourings or malts.

"There are enzymatic solutions for almost all the requirements placed on a high-quality flour, from standardisation to improvement of the dough properties, to better fresh-keeping or more volume," explains Roman Gradert, Research & Development. "With Omnizym Taste we have now for the first time developed an enzymatic solution that optimises taste as takes the bread flavour experience to a new level."

Further functional benefits and technical applications

Omnizym Fresh and Taste is another option for mills who want to give their customers functional advantages in addition to good taste. This enzyme compound combines flavour improvement with a freshness aspect that extends the shelf life of yeast-raised baked goods. It also enables the reduction of emulsifiers and sugar, reducing raw materials costs while retaining product quality. 

Omnizym Taste and Omnizym Fresh and Taste can be added right at the mill, without requiring changes to the standard treatment. Mills can determine the optimum dosage in consultation with the experts at the 'Futuremakers' MC SternTechnology Center in Ahrensburg or at MC laboratories around the world.

With the new Omnizym Taste series, MC Mühlenchemie offers tailored solutions for mills that want to provide their baking industry customers with real added value, through flavours that combine functional and flavour advantages.

For more information, visit HERE.

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The World Packaging Organisation announces the winners of WorldStar 2025

January 16, 2025 - On January 9 the World Packaging Organisation (WPO) announced the winners of the WorldStar 2025 Awards, the global packaging competition. This year marked an exceptional milestone, with 550 entries from 40 countries, culminating in a record of 260 winners.

The top five countries with the highest number of winners are:

1. Japan - 23 winners
2. Austria and Germany - tied with 22 winners each
3. India - 19 winners
4. Australia & New Zealand - 18 winners
5. Turkey - 17 winners

"The incredible number of entries and winners in this 2025 edition reflects the credibility of this global award, the high level of the competition and the exceptional quality of the packaging solutions submitted from around the world. The participating packaging also showcases the profound evolution of the global packaging industry, driven by innovation, creativity, technology, marketing, digital transformation and sustainability. It is evident that our industry has embraced current challenges and is prepared to grow continuously and sustainably, meeting the expectations of the modern, connected consumers", states WPO President, Luciana Pellegrino.

The WorldStar Coordinator and WPO Vice President Marketing, Soha Atallah, adds: "This year has been truly remarkable, not only for the record-breaking participation but also for the outstanding quality of entries. The competition was fierce, reflecting the global advancements in packaging and their commitment to sustainability. I also want to emphasise that WorldStar represents the best of the best, as only winners of recognised national or regional competitions are eligible. This adds a layer of rigour to the selection process, making the achievement even more meaningful. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our esteemed judges for their dedication and expertise in evaluating these exceptional entries."

The WorldStar Awards Ceremony will take place on May 30, 2025, during IPACK-IMA, in Milan (May 27-30, 2025). During the Award Ceremony, WPO will also announce the winners of the Special Categories, including the President's Award, Sustainability Award, Marketing Award and the Packaging that Saves Food Award.

The complete list of winners is available HERE.

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Novus and Resilient Biotics partnering on new swine health solution

January 16, 2025 - Intelligent nutrition company Novus International has entered a strategic co-development partnership with biotechnology company Resilient Biotics to create a novel feed solution that supports immune health and helps reduce the risk of respiratory challenges in pigs.

"Respiratory challenges like porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS), porcine respiratory disease complex (PRDC), and others create a strain on pig health and cost the industry billions each year in production loss. The industry eagerly wants to find unique ways to optimise pig health and impact the risk of these challenges," says Gaurav Shah, Novus Associate Director of Innovation and Business Development. "Novus and Resilient Biotics are working to address these challenges in a way that hasn't been done before. We're very excited to work with Resilient Biotics to develop a new kind of feed solution that can make a huge impact on the swine industry."

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Resilient Biotics is a North Carolina-based biotechnology company pioneering innovative microbiome-based strategies to improve animal health. The joint development effort will leverage the company's proprietary microbiome product discovery platform, custom databases built for understanding the role of microbial strains in porcine respiratory health and an extensive collection of swine microbial to develop precision solutions for swine.

"Resilient Biotics is excited to partner with Novus to bring new microbial solutions to the market. The joint development effort will leverage Resilient Biotics' deep knowledge of the swine respiratory microbiome and proven discovery platform to identify proprietary swine microbials that improve host health and boost defence against respiratory pathogens," says Chris Belnap, Resilient Biotics CEO and Co-Founder.

Both companies are dedicated to creating a product that will provide consistent, measurable benefits. The new product is expected to take three years to develop, including extensive testing to ensure its efficacy.

This is the latest product development project to align with Novus' vision to help customers solve real-world problems so animals can reach their full potential. Novus is also working with Ginkgo Bioworks (NYSE:DNA) to develop a new enzyme solution and the company acquired BioResource International (BRI) in 2024 to optimise its Cibenza Enzyme Feed Additive product line and take advantage of the company's fermentation expertise.

"The partnership with Resilient Biotics is another example of how important innovation and developing new technologies is to Novus and how - through science - we're providing solutions that make the animal agriculture industry more sustainable," says Novus President and CEO Dan Meagher. "Every year meat, milk and egg producers are expected to do more with less. We're here to help our customers meet their goals through intelligent nutrition built on advanced technology."

For more information, visit HERE.

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Trouw Nutrition spotlights science-based strategies to support feed safety and poultry performance

January 14, 2025 - Trouw Nutrition, Nutreco's livestock feed business, is showcasing how science-based nutrition can deliver support across the poultry value chain during the International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE), January 28-30 in Atlanta, GA, USA. 

The company's feed additives brand, Selko, is unveiling its newest feed safety tool, Mycotoxin Monitor and sharing new poultry research to support flocks, feed production and producers' businesses. Selko is also presenting an International Poultry Science Forum (IPSF) talk that looks at water acidification to support broiler gut health and performance, and a scientific poster showing that a blend of free and buffered organic acids can help defend Salmonella Heidelberg entering the food chain at the slaughterhouse.

Interactive screens at Trouw Nutrition's stand (A823) reveal findings from poultry studies conducted at its network of research centres around the globe. Visitors can learn about nutritional tools ranging from water acidifiers formulated with specific blends of organic acids to a proprietary phylogenic feed additive developed at Nutreco's Garden of the Future, and trace minerals structured to maximise availability in the animal and minimise mineral excretion in the environment. Following is a preview of Selko's presence at IPPE 2025.

Introducing Mycotoxin Monitor - helping assess mycotoxin risk and enhance analysis accuracy

Debuting at IPPE, the Mycotoxin Monitor analyses global data uploaded in real-time to support safety and quality assurance decisions on the farm and at the feed production facility. The tool generates easy-to-understand visuals revealing the mycotoxin contamination percentages and concentrations (ppb) for a select sample or sample group. Analysis can be performed for a specific country, continent or time.

In addition, Mycotoxin Monitor assesses the risk that contaminated raw materials present to various species across distinct phases of animal feeding. Practical Mycotoxin Guidance Values (PMGV) assign a low, medium or high risk, and help formulators make optimal use of raw materials across different animal growth phases. For example, differential risk can be estimated for sows, piglets and growing phases of pigs. Because the Mycotoxin Monitor's dataset is generated from multiple customers in a country, its enhanced sample size reduces sampling error without additional cost to individual producers.

TechTalk - Adding buffered organic acids to chlorinated water maintains quality and boosts performance

Water chlorination is a common practice for supporting water quality on the poultry farm. Adding organic acids to water can benefit bird health and performance parameters. Unlike blends comprised of free organic acids, a buffered blend can support chlorinated water quality without reducing birds' water intake. However, depending on the buffer ingredient, there may be a chemical reaction with chlorine. Selko AlpHa is a blend of buffered organic acids, where the buffer ingredient is sodium formate. When applying sodium formate buffered organic acids in chlorinated water, free chlorine levels stay the same. Moreover, buffered organic acid blends have been shown to act in animals' gastrointestinal tract to improve digestion and absorption of nutrients, supporting health and performance. During the IPPE TechTalk Selko's Global Product Manager Gut Health Dr Giseli Heim will also share findings from 20 trials conducted in 12 countries and involving 630,000 broilers. Improvements tracked in birds receiving Selko AlpHa included a 3% reduction in FCR and a 2.3% improvement in weight gain. During her remarks, Dr Heim will provide actionable advice to help nutritionists tailor acidification strategies to chlorination practices on the farm.

Effective growth promoting strategy in an AGP-free production system

As producers in Asia reduce the use of antibiotic growth promoters, a Selko oral presentation will review findings from a meta analysis involving two studies conducted in the region. These studies examined the health and performance effects of a synergistic belt of free and buffered organic acids (Salko AlpHa) applied to water. The findings suggest that providing birds with organic acids support improves body weight, average daily gain and feed conversion ratio without reducing feed and water intake. "These studies confirm that water acidification can be an effective tool for supporting flocks' health and performance," said Dr Heim. "During IPPE, Selko looks forward to showcasing solutions that can support producers operating under different regulatory schemes and in different production environments."

Reducing recontamination risk at the slaughterhouse

Salmonella Heidelberg poses a particular concern for human health given its resistance to some antimicrobials used in human medicine. A Selko poster will review a trial conducted by University of São Paulo (USP) in Brazil that assessed how a blend of free and buffered organic acids (Selko AlpHa) reduced the risk of S Heidelberg from entering the food chain via the slaughterhouse.

For more information, visit HERE.

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Novus shares findings on US soybean meal quality at IPPE 2025

January 14, 2025 - Novus International is sharing its analysis of soybean meal quality in the United States and research on copper sources in broilers during the International Poultry Scientific Forum (IPSF), held in conjunction with the International Production and Processing Expo (IPPE).

IPSF will occur on January 27-28, 2025 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia.

Soybean meal scrutiny

"Soybeans are the primary source of protein and amino acids in poultry diets. The quality of soybean meal is extremely important to the industry. Novus has been studying soybean meal quality for years with this new analysis looking at the activity of trypsin inhibitors in soybean meal produced in the US," says Mark Moran, Novus Commercial Director for North America.

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Trypsin inhibitor (TI) is an anti-nutritional factor found in soybean meal that can affect amino acid digestibility, ultimately impacting broiler performance.

"We've been using Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (NIR) technology for years to better understand the level of TI activity in soybean meal from around the world," says Frances Yan, PhD, Senior Manager of Global Poultry Research at Novus. "This study looks at samples from the US from 2021-2024 to get a clearer picture of what poultry producers are feeding their broilers."

Yan says by understanding the quality of soybean meal, producers and nutritionists can take action to minimise the impact of TI with feed additives like CIBENZA Enzyme Feed Additive from Novus. 

"We know broiler producers want to get the most out of their birds. To do that, they need to get the most from the feed,"Yan says. "Soybean meal analysis is something we offer our customers that makes a difference in achieving precision feeding and improving production efficiency."

Yan will present her poster titled Evaluation of trypsin inhibitor activity in 2021-2024 United States soybean mealfrom 4-6pm EST on Monday, January 27.

Swapping copper sources

Yan will also present new research on copper sources and their effect on broilers during IPSF.

Broiler producers supplement birds with copper to support structural integrity, energy efficiency, central nerve system, antioxidant balance, immune responses and many other vital functions.

"The most common copper source used in the US poultry industry is inorganic tribasic copper chloride (TBCC) supplemented at high levels despite the industry recognising that organic sources are better absorbed and more readily available in the birds," says Moran. "With broiler producers and nutritionists wanting to get more from feed, and growing concerns from consumers about the environmental impact of animal agriculture, understanding how we can optimise copper source and levels in feed to drive performance in crucial to making the right choice for their operation."

Yan will present a meta-analysis of six studies comparing feed conversion ratio, body weight, feed intake and mortality in broilers fed inorganic TBCC at 125ppm or organic source copper hydroxy analogue of methionine as MINTREX Cu Bis-Chelated Trace Mineral fed at 30ppm. The majority of the trials were also challenged with Eimeria and/or C perfringens.

"The research shows with consistency that 30ppm of MINTREX Cu can replace 125ppm TBCC in broiler diets and achieve the same growth performance," Yan says. "The clear insights we gain from the study support an evidence-based recommendation; we show that MINTREX Cu can effectively replace high supplementation of inorganic copper even in a pathogen-challenged flock".

Yan's oral presentation of A meta-analysis of copper source and level effects on growth performance of broiler chickens will take place from 11:30-11:45am EST on Monday, January 27.

Registration is required to attend IPSF and can be purchased HERE.

Those wanting to know more about these studies can speak with poultry experts at the Novus booth at IPPE, located in Hall , Booth 1833 during the expo on January 28-30.

For more information, visit HERE.

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Government announces reforms for farmers with commitment to food production

January 10, 2025 - On Thursday Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Steve Reed set out the Government's long-term vision to make farming more profitable and put more money back in the pockets of British farmers. 

Speaking to farmers and landowners at the Oxford Farming Conference, Steve Reed set out how the Government will work with farmers to deliver a profitable farming sector and unlock rural growth. This includes a cast iron commitment to food security while introducing reforms to help farmers diversify their income streams to support them during poor harvests.

As part of the Plan for Change, the Secretary of State will announce a series of reforms, delivering on the Government's New Deal for Farmers including:

• Backing British produce: For the first time ever, the Government will monitor food currently bought in the public sector and where it is bought from. This is a significant step to deliver on a manifesto pledge and make it easier for British farmers to win a share of the £5 billion spent each year on public sector catering contracts.
• Using planning reforms to support food production: Ensuring our reforms make it quicker for farmers to build the buildings, barns or other infrastructure they need on their farms to boost food production.
• Diversifying income streams: Helping farmers make additional money from selling surplus energy from solar panels and wind turbines by accelerating connections to the grid and support them during difficult harvests and supply shocks.
• A fair supply chain: Boosting profitability through fair competition across the supply chain. New rules for the pig sector will come this spring, ensuring contracts clearly set our expectations and changes can only be made if agreed by all parties. Similar regulations for eggs and fresh produce sectors will follow with the government ready to intervene with other sectors if needed.
• Protecting farmers in trade deals: The government will uphold and protect our high environmental and animal welfare standards in future trade deals.

Steve Reed, Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs set out his vision for the future of farming in three parts - food production, business resilience and nature restoration:

"The primary purpose of farming has - and always will be - to produce the food that feeds the nation.

"Too many policymakers in Whitehall lose sight of that fact.

"This Government is putting food production firmly back on the agenda."

This Government will work in partnership with the food and farming sectors to deliver the change needed starting now. The recently announced 25-year farming roadmap will act as the blueprint to get there.

The roadmap, which will be published later this year, will be the most forward-looking plan for farming in our country's history and involve government and farmers working together to identify solutions to challenges and ensure government support is in place to enable farmers to take the actions that will let their businesses succeed.

These advancements come alongside the launch of the Accelerating Development of Practices and Technologies (ADOPT) Fund, which will provide grant funding for farmer-led trials of innovative technology and techniques that drive sustainable food production, tackle climate change impacts and protect nature.

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PLP appoints new agent to represent the company in the UK Market

January 9, 2025 - Neil Finney has over two decades of experience in providing equipment and expertise for a wide range of companies in a wide range of sectors and industries. Such as Chemical and Petrochemical; Oil and Gas; Nuclear; Energy; Pharmaceutical; and Engineering, and now proud to say representing PLP Systems technologies as well.

In 2024 Neil agreed to add the superb PLP Systems to the Derwent James portfolio of products.

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Wolfson Centre to host online workshops and courses

January 8, 2025 - Experts at the Wolfson Centre for Bulk Handling Technology at the University of Greenwich will present a series of short courses across January and February, looking at different issues encountered when storing and handling powders and particulate materials.

Each course looks at methods to avoid or resolve problems encountered in different situations allowing delegates to gain the knowledge to help troubleshoot issues themselves. Each course takes place online in a series of three hour sessions over the dates given.

January 20-21: Measurement of the Properties and Bulk Behaviour of Particulate Materials - An overview of methods for determining bulk behaviour of particulate materials such as particle size measurement and density, moisture uptake, explosibility, dustiness testing and the new Mechanical Surface Effect Tester. 

January 27-28: Caking and Lump Formation of Powders and Bulk Solids - An exploration of issues relating to keeping powders and granules in a free-flowing, lump-free condition by discussing methods for determining caking tendencies and offering practical advice on how changes to the product or the handling and storage conditions affects powder behaviour using real-life case studies.

February 10: Undesired Deblending and Separation in Processes and Equipment - Identification of common segregation mechanisms and how to minimise the effects. The issue of de-blending (segregation) of bulk particulates is one that afflicts many diverse industry sectors. This course will help delegates identify the most commonly encountered segregation mechanisms and suggest techniques that can be applied in plant design to minimise these effects.

February 13: Electrostatics in Powder Handling - This course discusses the cause and effect of electrostatic charging in bulk solids handling, as well as the hazards caused to product quality control and risk assessment. Principal charge measurement techniques are reviewed and their use in the prediction and solution of problems discussed.

At the Wolfson Centre premises in Chatham, Kent

February 28-25: Workshop week - A series of practical workshops in the onsite pilot plant using different techniques to establish the behaviour of bulk solid materials.

• Understanding Power Flow (in conjunction with Ametek)
• Characterisation Techniques
• Dust Containment Methods and Filtration
• Segregation Methods

The full calendar of courses can be found, HERE.

For more information, visit HERE.

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