Agri Inputs
Beirut warning over AN fertiliser safety
This week’s explosion in Beirut, seemingly through the accidental detonation of a warehouse full of Ammonium Nitrate fertiliser, is a tragedy for those killed and injured, their families and those who have lost homes and property. The TV images of the awful explosion,...
Further digital livestock investment for BASF
German multinational BASF has made its second investment in precision livestock systems this month through its BASF Venture Capital arm. The latest purchase is a stake in the Chinese agri-tech company SmartAHC which specialises in artificial intelligence for the pig...
Petfood business manager for Trouw
Trouw Nutrition International has appointed a new business development manager in Europe. Jan Soumar has joined Trouw Nutrition’s Pet Team Europe as pet regional business development manager for Western and Central Eastern Europe. Mr Soumar joined the company in 2003...
AIC launches five year review of FIAS
AIC has announced the launch of its consultation on the draft Fertiliser Industry Assurance Scheme (FIAS) 2021 Standard, which is due to be introduced on 1st February 2021. The FIAS Review Group and Working Group has reviewed the current FIAS 2016 standard over the...
Technical strength for Cargill’s pig team
Cargill’s UK pig team has a new member, Jason Evans. Mr Evans joins the team as technical sales manager, bringing 30 years of experience in the UK pig production industry to his new post. Mr Evans spent 20 years managing pig units for Midland Pig Producers before...
New look for FEFAC
FEFAC has launched a new website and logo which it says will make access to information about the European compound feed and premixtures industry easier. The new logo depicts the connection of the feed industry to rural Europe, showing that compound feed and...