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Lively International Feed Expo in Atlanta

24-01-2008 | |
Lively International Feed Expo in Atlanta

In contrary to previous years, the 2008 edition of the International Feed Expo in Atlanta, USA is much more alive. Important issues such as the higher feed costs and the feed-food-fuel issue is probably the reason why more US feed professionals are visiting this year’s show.

Due to the high feed prices, American feed compounders
are now looking for using alternative ingredients, something that a few years
ago had no priority when there was abundant corn and soy available for low
prices.

New
approaches
When using
new or alternative ingredients this requires new approaches to recipe
formulation and it is these companies that have busy times at their stands. Also
companies that offer products for better digestion of ingredients attract a lot
of attention.

The first day of the show (Tuesday) was marked
by busy isles and lively discussions at the booths. Remarkable is the large
presence of Chinese exhibitors. After
Canada they were the largest group of
foreign exhibitors at the show.

Eco-innovation
The American Feed
Industry Association tries to create awareness among the visitors of the Expo
for better taking care of the environment and the handling of waste. A special
street was reserved fro companies that work in these fields. This so-called
Eco-Innovation street is certainly a subject that will be increased in next
exhibitions.

Related
website:
International Feed Expo

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