FEED ADDITIVES

BASF Group is one of the largest chemical producers worldwide of essential nutrients for human and animal nutrition.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has made clear that the pilot phase will be used to gather industry feedback and evaluate the practicality of the system.

This change will undoubtedly prevent 32 tons of polyethylene (PE) waste annually and reduce the packaging’s carbon footprint by 20%.

This innovative product is already registered in India and Brazil, with additional regulatory submissions underway in several other countries.

The European Commission said the tariffs were necessary to counteract “unfair trading practices” that jeopardised European producers’ viability and market share.

This clarification marks a turning point for hemp stakeholders, who have long struggled against the blanket assumption that all hemp contains cannabinoids such as THC and CBD, which can have psychoactive or drug-like effects.

Under Kenyan tax law, raw materials imported for animal feed manufacturing are considered taxable supplies but are subject to a 0% VAT rate.

DSM-Firmenich confirmed in early 2024 that it intends to carve out the ANH division by the end of 2025.

The launch comes at a time when pig producers worldwide are grappling with the challenges of managing early-life stress in piglets, particularly during critical transition periods, such as weaning.

In parallel with the Enhanz launch, NutriQuest also unveiled AcidLyte during the World Pork Expo, a swine hydration and gut health product aimed at improving piglet vitality and resilience.