Livestock
AMTRA advisor renewals indicate industry value
The Animal Medicines Training Regulatory Authority (AMTRA) says that the high renewal rate for Registered Animal Medicines Advisors (RAMAs – formerly SQPs) indicates that the qualification is valued and worth investing in. Growing numbers of rural retail outlets,...
Innovad sold to private equity
Belgian multinational feed and drinking water additive manufacturer Innovad is to sell a majority stake in the business to the London-based IK Investment Partners equity fund, subject to regulatory clearance. Financial details are not available. The deal includes the...
Arla ahead in 2020 despite pandemic
Milk buyer and processor Arla Foods UK saw 5% revenue growth in 2020, as the business reacted quickly to overcome market disruption related to Covid-19 control measures. The UK arm of Danish co-operative Arla Foods amba generated revenues of £2.12 billion (€2.38bn) in...
Business growth sparks new Brinicombe post
The Denis Brinicombe Group has strengthened its sales team with the appointment of animal health co-ordinator Hayley Cook, as it expands its product portfolio. Mrs Cook, an experienced transport manager, previously worked at Harpers Feeds. “At Harpers Feeds, I went...
RABDF says dairy supply chain code a positive step
Farming minister Victoria Prentis MP used a virtual Dairy-Tech Online webinar last week to announce that a new statutory Code of Conduct is to be developed for the dairy sector. It aims to increase fairness in the supply chain and help farmers become more competitive....
Start-up funds for synthetic animal fats
A London-based startup business aims to produce synthetic animal fats through a factory process to meet the growing demand for vegetarian and vegan foods. The company, Hoxton Farms, says that current meat alternatives use plant oils as an animal fat replacement, but...
