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EFSA’s panel of experts has examined the maize thoroughly and found no risks when used as intended in food and feed products.

With migratory birds clustering in Europe during winter months, proactive biosecurity is essential to prevent infections from entering farms.

The innovation will be unveiled at the SPACE 2025 international animal farming exhibition in Rennes, France, from September 16 to 18.

Unlike human food, however, cultivated pet food ingredients do not need pre-market approval, meaning Umami Bioworks could fast-track its entry.

With shrimp farming representing one of the fastest-growing sectors in aquaculture, the move is set to reduce reliance on wild-caught fish and conventional feed resources.

Currently, an estimated 99% of pet food packaging ends up in landfills, with fewer than one in 20,000 plastic pouches recycled.

Since there is no specific treatment for animals with bluetongue, prophylactic immunization remains the most practical control measure against bluetongue in endemic regions.

The Polish market remains one of VAFO’s most strategic and direct distribution in the country will allow the company to be even closer to customers.

Industry players believe that by valorising materials such as former foodstuffs, animal proteins, and purified nutrients from waste streams, the EU can make significant strides in sustainability.

This disease is a highly contagious illness that primarily affects cattle, water buffaloes and certain wild ruminants.