Zoomark Days brought together more than 100 industry representatives in Milan to examine pet food growth, supply-chain pressures, regulation and the need for greater efficiency.
China’s feed sector is turning to cheaper grain substitutes as hog losses reshape corn demand.
This follows its July launch of the more affordable Loop+ range for East African consumers.
The report highlights IFEEDER’s progress in feed ingredient supply research, animal nutrition and sustainability, while setting priorities for building a more resilient feed and pet food supply chain.
Priority products include agricultural commodities such as grains and soybeans, alongside machinery, vehicles, electrical equipment, steel and other goods.
The latest commitment follows the US$270 million National Poultry Transformation Programme, formalised in August with four investment partners.
FEFAC said lower forage production will widen the EU’s feed protein deficit, increasing demand for imported soy products.
Companies can access nearly 16,000 tonnes of the country’s stored protein feed reserves from September 1, 2026, through February 2027.
The ship will strengthen capacity, flexibility and delivery reliability in feed distribution along the Norwegian coast.
Under the strategy, soybean production is targeted to increase from about 25,000 tonnes to 300,000 tonnes by 2036.