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Ethanol Shift Transformed India into a Net Corn Importer

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Traditional export markets such as Vietnam, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Malaysia, which bought corn from India because of its prompt availability, are now compelled to source supplies from South America and the United States. India’s ambitious drive to increase corn-based ethanol production has shifted its status from Asia’s leading corn exporter to a net importer, disrupting domestic industries and global trade patterns. This unprecedented transition highlights the far-reaching implications of the country’s ethanol policy changes. India’s Growing Corn Imports India’s decision to boost ethanol production from corn, motivated by an increase…

China Plans to Modernize Farms to Ensure Stable Grain Output

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China is speeding up efforts to modernize its farms and stabilize grain production as part of a plan to secure its food supply, state media reported on Wednesday. The move was outlined during an annual rural policy meeting, where officials emphasized the importance of improving farmers’ incomes and using better agricultural technology and equipment. This year, China — the world’s largest grain producer — reported a record grain output of 706.5 million metric tons, including 294.92 million tons of corn. Despite this, the country remains reliant on imports, especially as…

Latin America is expected to see a 21% increase in Animal Protein Consumption

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From November 12 to 15, 2024, Punta del Este, Uruguay, hosted the largest poultry conference in Latin America—OVUM 2024. Drawing over 3,500 participants from across the region and beyond, this event brought together industry leaders, producers, and stakeholders to discuss the future of poultry and egg production. With over 150 exhibitors showcasing innovations, and services, the conference was a resounding success. One of the key highlights was the presentation by Nan-Dirk Mulder, Senior Global Specialist for Animal Protein at Rabobank. He noted that after several volatile years, the poultry and…

Oman’s Import Restrictions on Indian Eggs Deliver a Blow to Tamil Nadu’s Poultry Industry

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The recent decision by Oman to halt new import permits for Indian table eggs has dealt a significant blow to the poultry industry in Namakkal, Tamil Nadu — the hub of egg production in India. This development follows Qatar’s earlier imposition of weight restrictions on Indian egg imports, compounding the challenges faced by exporters. KRN Rajeshkumar, a Member of Parliament (DMK), raised the issue in the Rajya Sabha, urging the Central Government to intervene by holding discussions with officials from Oman and Qatar. “I have requested meetings with the ambassadors…

IEC Felicitated Jagapati Rao with Lifetime Achievement Award

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International Egg Commission has recognized Srinivasa Farms Founder and Chairman, Mr. Jagapati Rao Chitturi with a Lifetime achievement award for his service to the Egg industry. In a year when India has become 2nd in global egg production, Shri Chitturi Jagapati Rao’s contribution to India’s food security, and Indian Economy are timely recognized. IEC’s Global Leadership Conference held last week ata Canada, where Mr. Chitturi Jagapati Rao was honoured with the Denis Wellstead Award for ‘International Egg Person of the Year’, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the Indian poultry sector. Mr Chitturi…

Why you should not miss the SPACE 2023 this time, if you are a Poultry Professional

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“Exploring 11 Unmissable Avian Advancements: Navigating ‘THE SPACE’ in Poultry Innovation” via Innove SPACE 2023: AVICARE UNIVERSEL by Avicare by Dile AVICARE is an onboard disinfection system that acts on the wheels and the underbody of the vehicle to prevent the spread by road transport of livestock diseases (Avian Influenza, Salmonella, African Swine Fever, etc). Configuration, system control, traceability, program updating and maintenance use a mobile application available on Android smartphone/tablet coupled with a back office on a web pag 2. FLEXEVI PEMOL by Bayle An in-line poultry evisceration machine…

Assam’s suspension of chicken imports from Bengal causes severe losses for Poultry Businesses

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The Assam government’s decision to halt the import of chickens from Bengal has dealt a significant blow to poultry merchants and farm owners, resulting in substantial financial losses. The move comes in response to reported cases of bird flu in neighbouring states such as Jharkhand and Bihar. In an effort to prevent the spread of the disease, Assam has banned the entry of chickens from other states, adversely affecting poultry businesses and farm owners in Bengal. The Assam government issued a notification prohibiting the transportation of chickens from West Bengal…

U.S. raises concern over the Mexico’s anti-GMO farm policies

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U.S. farm and trade officials raised its concern over Mexico’s agricultural biotechnology policies in meetings with their Mexican counterparts, as lingering disagreements threaten decades of booming corn trade between the neighbors. Washington’s concerns center on the Mexican president’s push to ban biotech corn, or varieties developed with genetically modified organisms (GMOs), from entering Mexico if it is destined for human consumption. The United States accounts for most of Mexican corn imports. “We made it clear today that if this issue is not resolved, we will consider all options, including taking…

ICAR’s Training program on “Advanced biotechnological approaches to augment productivity in poultry for ensuring food and nutritional security” held at Hyderabad

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International Livestock Research Institute and ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research, Hyderabad collaborative five-day training program on “Advanced biotechnological approaches to augment productivity in poultry for ensuring food and nutritional security” was inaugurated at ICAR-DPR. The Chief Guest, Dr. Bhupendra Nath Tripathi, Deputy Director General (Animal Science) applauded the alliance between ILRI and ICAR and appreciated the progress made in different collaborative projects. He complimented the team for organizing this training programme for the young faculty members of the NARS system at this juncture where characterization of the livestock and poultry of…

Green Leaders, webinar series – an opportunity to remind on the right choices!

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“Green Leaders” from the Animal Protein Industry is organizing a webinar series on committed to the cause and driving the business sustainably. Kemin along with ‘Green Leaders’ from the animal protein industry is organizing a webinar series that will focus on the sustainability initiatives of various industry leaders. In this episode, Kemin has the listed esteemed panel; Dr R Sureshkumar, President, Kemin South Asia Suresh Chitturi: Vice Chairman & Managing Director, Srinivasa Group Dr K Rathnam, CEO, Milky Mist Narendra Pasuparthy, Chief Farmer, Founder & CEO, Nandus Foods Moderated by…