Sep 27, 2021
Energy costs have steadily increased for livestock farmers across Asia, making this a good time to think about how better design and renewable energy sources can increase efficiencies and save money.
Asian Agribiz spoke to Jaap ten Have, Business Development Sales Manager of Big Dutchman Asia on how animal housing can...
Sep 24, 2021
Many things have changed around consumption, production, and marketing of animal protein products in the last two years. When ASF hit the region, the scramble for alternative animal protein reached new levels and we saw investments in poultry and duck production, as well as conversion of some pig farms into...
Sep 21, 2021
In Southeast Asia, there has been conservative use of corn and soy and pig producers have relied heavily on these grains. But the surge in corn and soybean meal prices has left producers looking for cost-effective alternatives. Barley, wheat and other grains have emerged as economic options. The pig is an adaptable...
Sep 17, 2021
The waves continue to crest and dip in the animal protein industry as producers navigate rocky paths with both bravado and caution. In recent weeks we have seen some light for the pig sector with the advent of an antiviral drug that shows promise, fewer ASF outbreaks and growth among producers. At the same time, feed...
Sep 13, 2021
Studies have shown that feed and feed raw materials are potential vectors for viruses to spread to animals. Thus, a big challenge today is how to minimize the risks. In the last few years, viruses like ASF, PED, PRRS, pseudorabies, Classical Swine Fever, and even FMD, have been shown to survive in feed raw materials...