"The beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you." - B.B. King
Indeed, there are many inspiring, philosophical quotes out there that hint at the beauty and value of learning. Education is often mentioned as the key to positive change in the world. Some go so far as to liken education to life itself. If you look at the benefits of education through a more fiscal lens, perhaps the quote below may resonate with you as well.
The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) welcomed three new employees in the past year: Taylor Lekin, Ivy Torres and Madison Wyman. This June, all three attended the Feed Industry Institute (FII) in Minneapolis, Minn., where they learned the ins and outs of animal nutrition, feed, pet food manufacturing and more. Below, they share their experiences attending their first ever FII.
I just returned from the 2024 Pet Food Forum in Kansas City, Mo., last week, where it became abundantly clear to me that “functionality” is the new trend in pet food.
The feed industry is confronted with many factors that directly influence our global food system. These encompass regulatory shifts, supply chain interruptions, fluctuations in ingredient sourcing and pricing, sustainability imperatives, technological advancements, and evolving market trends.
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.
Most of us enjoy performing an act of kindness that benefits someone else. Whether it is spending time working with a local charity or just simply donating to a cause, we get a warm feeling inside when we can help others. Rarely do we have an opportunity to do something that truly brings about both a personal benefit as well as a benefit to others. With the Feed Facility of the Year (FFY) program, we now do, which is a win-win for industry.
The annual Feed Education Program, hosted by the American Feed Industry Association's (AFIA) Production Compliance Committee, was held on Jan. 31 during the 2024 International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE). The Session offered crucial insights into THE regulatory changes members of the animal food industry can expect this year, including how they can stay informed and proactive in their compliance efforts.
This year’s American Feed Industry Association Pet Food Conference came packed with an agenda on a wide variety of topics about the future of the pet food industry, in an era when pets are increasingly regarded as cherished members of the family. Drawing nearly 500 industry professionals, a record number of attendees, the event served as a testament to the pet food industry’s commitment to innovation, sustainability and meeting consumers’ needs.
The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) welcomed three new employees in the past six months: Taylor Lekin, Ivy Torres, and Madison Wyman. This past January, all three attended the International Production & Processing Expor in Atlanta, Ga., for the first time. Below, they share their experiences attending their first ever IPPE.
Last year, the American Feed Industry Association did something a little different at the International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE). We partnered with the Pet Food Institute, the North American Renderers Association and the U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) to bring a training to animal food members on how to complete export packets and conduct facility audits. The training was a success, and attendees wanted more content and face time with APHIS!