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India’s growing use of maize for ethanol is adding another layer of pressure to a market already crucial for poultry producers. As demand from distilleries rises under the Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) programme, competition for maize is becoming more intense, with consequences for feed costs and egg prices, and the pot
The fifth edition brings regional and international suppliers, industry experts, and decision-makers together across poultry, dairy, and agriculture VIV Africa 2026 returns to the Kigali Convention Centre, Rwanda, on October 7–8, bringing together the complete feed to food value chain for the poultry, dairy, and agricu
A positive signal from Brussels for Brazil on the antimicrobial front, but chicken meat exports to the European Union cannot resume yet. On 28 September 2026, the European Commission published the final report of the audit carried out in the country between 24 August and 4 September. The two auditors from the Directora
Brussels, 29 September 2026 — AVEC, the Association of Poultry Processors and Poultry Trade in the EU, concluded its 68th General Assembly, hosted by Unaitalia in Sorrento. Marking AVEC’s 60th anniversary, the conference, themed “Building the Future Through Innovation”, explored innovation across the poultry value chai
FAO, WHO, WOAH and CMS call for faster exchange of surveillance data and sustained funding for prevention. Sharing surveillance data and virus samples more promptly is a priority in the new Global framework to accelerate action on avian influenza, published on 21 September by FAO, WHO, WOAH and the Convention on the Co
Petersime proudly announces the launch of UniStreamer™, its next-generation range of single-stage incubators. Designed to meet the poultry industry’s rising demand for product consistency, transparency and performance, UniStreamer™ combines unmatched chick uniformity with end-to-end traceability in one intelligen
Global – Hubbard is very proud to announce the launch of its new website, replacing the company’s previous site with a modern, informative and user-friendly platform. The new website offers easy access to comprehensive information about Hubbard, its breeds and activities. The website currently covers 4 languages (Engli
In three previous articles (Windhorst, 2026a, 2026b, 2026c) the role of the G20 countries in global meat production and trade on a continental and country basis was analysed. It became obvious that, between 2010 and 2024, meat trade grew much faster than production. This reflected the growing demand for meat. It was al
Walk into any technologically advanced hatchery today and you will see sophisticated single-stage/multi-stage incubators, automatic controllers, modern ventilation systems, smooth-running fans, and digital touchscreens displaying seemingly perfect readings. Yet, behind these impressive systems lies a biological reality
India has experienced a surge in egg production over the past decade, driven by government initiatives and private investments in large-scale layer units, fueled by growing demand from school nutrition programs. According to the Basic Animal Husbandry Statistics 2025, released by the Department of Animal Husbandry and
DLG (German Agricultural Society) has announced the winners of the Innovation Award EuroTier 2026. This year, 176 innovations were recognised by the independent DLG Innovation Commission: four received Gold Medals and 27 Silver Medals. Among the Gold and Silver Medal winners, two innovations were also awarded the speci
Avian influenza, cost volatility, automation and new technologies are reshaping the livestock sector. For poultry farming, disease prevention and biosecurity are emerging as key priorities in the run-up to EuroTier 2026. Livestock farms are currently facing market instability, rising costs, animal disease risks, climat
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