Dairy Diary: April business update
What’s NEW in the dairy farming world? We report on an update on the global feed production and how the dairy sector has performed, and acknowledge the prestigious RABDF Princess Royal Award winner in recognition of her outstanding lifetime contribution to the dairy industry. Read an update on these developments and more on the latest dairy sector news…
Alltech’s Agri-Food Outlook shares global feed production survey data
Alltech has released its 2025 Agri-Food Outlook, a report that includes the results of the company’s 14th annual global feed production survey. The survey collected data from 142 countries and 28,235 feed mills in 2024. By analysing compound feed production and prices, the survey provides a snapshot of global feed production. The publication shows that global feed production rebounded in 2024 after a stagnant 2023, increasing from 1.380 billion metric tonnes (mt) (+1.2%) to 1.396 billion mt. The top feed-producing countries in 2024 were China, the US, Brazil, India and Mexico. In terms of dairy feed, tonnage increased by 3.2%, to 165.500 million mt, due to robust consumer demand, favourable milk prices and a shift toward more intensive farming practices, with Asia-Pacific, Europe, Africa and Latin America all displaying growth. While dairy feed production remained stable in North America, Oceania’s reliance on abundant pasture led to a slight dip in its feed tonnage.
Agrifirm strengthens position in organic bulk feed market
As from 31 March 2025, Agrifirm’s organic feed is produced by a new partner Naturmühle Vechteland, the production company of Raiffeisen Ems-Vechte. This partner works with local raw materials. Agrifirm’s organic grains are also added to the company’s organic bulk feed, allowing the company to offer an even more sustainable product directly and locally.
dsm-firmenich at The Animal AgTech Innovation Summit
The Animal AgTech Innovation Summit, a technological innovations event in the animal agriculture industry that took place from 8-9 April 2025, brought together global leaders in livestock production to discuss the sector’s innovations, challenges and opportunities, with a focus on the role of technology in achieving long-term economic and environmental sustainability. Key Precision Services experts from dsm-firmenich Animal Nutrition & Health were at the event. Leonardo Sá, head of Precision Service Hub spoke about artificial intelligence and FarmTell, a software suite designed to transform feed mills, beef & dairy farms into increasingly profitable and sustainable businesses, and optimising farm data efficiency. Scott Cavey, director, Precision Nutrition and Health, spoke about Verax, a decision-making tool that enables data-driven optimisation of nutrition to improve animal health, performance and environmental footprint.
The CCPA Group acquires Nutrisur in Uruguay
Expanding its presence in Latin America, the CCPA Group, a specialist in animal nutrition for almost 60 years, announces the acquisition of Nutrisur, a Uruguayan premix company located in Canelones with over 20 years of experience in the animal nutrition sector. This acquisition will be carried out through Euro-Nutec Premix, a joint venture created in 1996 between CCPA Group (France) and Nutec Group (Mexico).
Eurolysine launches feasibility study to expand lysine production capacity in the EU
Eurolysine, the sole lysine producer located in the European Union, has launched a feasibility study aimed at increasing its lysine production capacity. This initiative aims to strengthen the EU’s sovereignty in essential amino acids for animal nutrition while responding to the growing demand for sustainable and locally produced feed ingredients. It is anticipated that this new project will see a 20% increase in production capacity by 2027.
Dynamic Conveyor highlights advanced DynaClean sanitary conveyor system
The DynaClean system by Dynamic Conveyor features a patented design that allows for complete toolless disassembly of the conveyor and removal of the belt in minutes, significantly reducing cleaning time and improving operational efficiency. The conveyor system, which includes a full washdown design with an optional 3-A sanitary design, utilises corrosion-resistant materials and features tensionless belts that eliminate tracking issues and reduce maintenance needs, as well as standard high-efficiency motors for reduced energy consumption.
Beneo inaugurates new pulse-processing plant
Beneo, a manufacturer of functional ingredients for food, feed and pharma and member of the Südzucker Group, has officially inaugurated its first pulse-processing plant. The opening is the result of an investment of around €50 million by the Südzucker Group in its site in Obrigheim, Rhineland-Palatinate in Germany. Here, pulses such as the local faba bean are processed into ingredients for food and feed production.
Tonisity celebrates 10 years in animal health and nutrition
Tonisity has celebrated a decade in business. Since its founding in April 2015, Tonisity has focused on gut health and hydration products, improving the well-being of pigs, calves, lambs, goat kids, cats and dogs. The company has expanded to more than 60 countries, delivering nutritional solutions that drive animal health and production for farmers and pet owners alike.
Kohshin Engineering opens branch in Kuala Lumpur
Kohshin Engineering, a Japanese company specialising in sustainable solutions for the poultry and livestock industry, has announced the opening of its new branch in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Named Kohshin International, the new office will act as a hub to serve Asian markets with faster, stronger, and more localised support.
Straus Family Creamery welcomes Bordessa Family Dairies as new organic milk supplier
Straus Family Creamery is proud to welcome Bordessa Family Dairies to its network of organic family farms, furthering the company’s mission to revitalise rural communities and support sustainable family farming. Bordessa Family Dairies, which includes Bordessa Dairy and Ocean Breeze Dairy, brings a multi-generational legacy of pasture-based dairy farming to the Straus supplier network. A fifth-generation farmer, Jarrid Bordessa runs the dairies alongside his wife Jackie, his brother and sister-in-law Gino and Christy Bordessa, and parents, Gary and Sandy Bordessa. The family’s dairy roots run deep, tracing back to Switzerland and Italy, where their ancestors herded cows through the Alps, milking them by hand.
Dairy industry leader receives prestigious Royal Award
Dr Judith Bryans, CE of Dairy UK, has been awarded the prestigious RABDF Princess Royal Award in recognition of her outstanding lifetime contribution to the dairy industry. The award was presented today (22 April) by Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal, Princess Anne, at a ceremony at Gatcombe Park, celebrating excellence and leadership within the sector. Bryans’ career spans decades of dedicated service, both within the UK and internationally, where her leadership and expertise have shaped key industry initiatives and strengthened the global reputation of the dairy sector. Bryans holds a PhD from King’s College London and is widely respected for her scientific and policy expertise, as well as her ability to build consensus and drive progress within the industry.
UK Dairy Day 2025 announces Cattle Show judges
Top cattle show judges from around the UK will be in Telford on 10 September to officiate at UK Dairy Day 2025. The judges for Ayrshire, Brown Swiss, Dairy Shorthorn, Guernsey and Jersey will cast their eyes over the breeds under the spotlights during a full day of cattle classes. The judges are Peter Berresford (Ayrshire and Guernsey), Andrew Cope (Brown Swiss), Kylie Preisinger (Dairy Shorthorn), Hefyn Wilson (Jersey) and David Hodgson (The National Holstein Show).
