The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) is pleased to announce the addition of Andi Harizi as its accountant. In this role, Harizi will work closely with AFIA’s Chief Financial Officer Andy Timmins to support the accounting needs of the AFIA and its partner organizations, including the Institute for Feed Education and Research (IFEEDER), Food and Agriculture Export Alliance (FAEA) and Global Feed LCA Institute (GFLI). We recently had the opportunity to talk with him about his background and interest in the animal food industry.
The 2024 election cycle turned into one for the history books—full of twists, turns, and more drama than we’ve seen in years. Regardless, now that Americans did their civic duty and cast their ballots and the rhetoric is done, it’s time for our country to move forward with the certainty we all hoped for – the peaceful transition of power in January.
Having been with the American Feed Industry Association for many years, I have had the honor to work with some of the most interesting and amazing leaders in the animal food industry. While I’m happy for them as they near retirement, I’m also sad to see them go. Here’s an interview with one such titan of the industry, Tim Lease.
As Vietnam embraces the vital role pets play in our lives, the American Feed Industry Association (AFIA), the Vietnam Small Animal Veterinary Association (VSAVA) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), have partnered to host a Pet Health Month campaign in the country. This October initiative, winding down now, successfully elevated Vietnamese pet owners’ awareness around pet nutrition and health and well-being, reflecting a broader commitment to improving the lives of pets worldwide.
The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) and Feedstuffs proudly recognized BioZyme’s Stockyard Plant as the 2024 Feed Facility of the Year, highlighting its outstanding commitment to quality and innovation in animal nutrition manufacturing.
The use of veterinary drugs is generally a prominent topic in global discussions about food and agriculture, but it is particularly a focus for the Codex Committee on Residues of Veterinary Drugs in Food (CCRVDF). I recently had the opportunity to participate in a meeting on behalf of the animal feed industry, which addressed this important topic, working to ensure harmonization of global standards that could otherwise make it challenging to do business.
One of the American Feed Industry Association’s main priorities is to represent the animal food industry on legislative and regulatory issues. The AFIA staff consistently communicate with legislators to provide valuable data that helps shape policy positions and regulations. These efforts are critical in driving the positive changes needed to achieve our common goal of producing safe, sustainable and nutritious animal food.
Having been with the American Feed Industry Association for many years, I have the honor to work with some of the most interesting and amazing leaders in the animal food industry. While I’m happy for them as they near retirement, I’m also sad to see them go. Here’s an interview with one such titan of the industry, Rob Brock. Rob is officially retiring at the end of the year after a very robust career (more than 40 years!) in the animal feed industry, most recently as President of Westway Feed Products in The Woodlands, Texas. He has served two terms on AFIA’s Board of Directors and is a strong supporter of our Liquid Feed Committee and Symposium. Below is our conversation.
The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) is pleased to announce the addition of Meghan Dicks as its director of membership and engagement. In this role, Dicks will play a pivotal role in setting the standard for exemplary member service and member experience. While many may remember her from her previous engagement with the AFIA and jobs within the industry, we wanted to take the opportunity to introduce her to some who may not know her well.
Every year, the American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) sponsors various nutrition research awards that honor animal scientists who advance animal nutrition, both with their research programs and by mentoring young industry leaders. The 2024 winners are listed below. Thank you all for your passion and dedication!