News
The American Feed Industry Association publishes news releases surrounding its legislative and regulatory work, important political announcements, association events and more. See our most recent news below. For more information or to be added to our distribution list, contact Victoria Broehm, AFIA’s director of communications.
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- February 17, 2023
- AFIA Backs FDA's Pick to Lead CVM
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The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) applauds the Food and Drug Administration’s announcement today that Tracey Forfa, J.D., will serve as the new director of the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine. Upon hearing the news, AFIA’s President and CEO Constance Cullman issued the following statement:
- By Victoria Broehm, Senior Director of Communications
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- January 26, 2023
- Education Program Reinforces Need for Biosecurity Plans in Feed Facilities
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The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) hosted a half-day educational program this week in conjunction with the International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE). The program offered more than 150 registered attendees a chance to hear from scientific experts on the latest spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) and African swine fever (ASF) globally, as well as ways the feed and poultry industries can plug gaps now in their biosecurity programs.
- By Victoria Broehm, Senior Director of Communications
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- January 25, 2023
- Feed Education Program Reaffirms Need for Formaldehyde
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The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) hosted its annual Feed Education Program yesterday, covering what the animal food industry can expect from U.S. federal regulators in 2023 and findings from a recent African swine fever (ASF) feed mill decontamination study.
- By Victoria Broehm, Senior Director of Communications
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- January 25, 2023
- Packed House at Pet Food Conference Hears About Market Trends, Mycotoxins
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The 16th annual American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) Pet Food Conference (PFC) occurred yesterday, in conjunction with the 2023 International Production & Processing Expo. With more than 400 pet food professionals in attendance, this conference provided an opportunity to hear the latest news within the growing pet food and treats industry, as well as network with established experts and emerging professionals.
- By Victoria Broehm, Senior Director of Communications
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- January 25, 2023
- Kent Nutrition Group Marshall Plant Wins 2022 Commercial Feed Facility of the Year
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The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) has named the Kent Nutrition Group’s feed manufacturing facility of Marshall, Mo., as its 2022 Commercial Dry Feed Facility of the Year. Gary Huddleston, AFIA’s director of feed manufacturing and regulatory affairs, presented plant manager Chris Igo with the award today during the AFIA’s Feed Education Program, happening in conjunction with the International Production & Processing Expo.
- By Lacie Dotterweich, Communications and Social Media Manager
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- January 24, 2023
- AFIA Names Steve Thomas A Friend of Pet Food
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The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) is pleased to announce the 2023 Friend of Pet Food Award winner, Steve Thomas, former vice president at Darling Ingredients. Eric Altom, technical nutritionist for Balchem Animal Nutrition and Health, presented the award today during the AFIA Pet Food Conference, happening in conjunction with the International Production & Processing Expo this week.
- By Lacie Dotterweich, Communications and Social Media Manager
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- January 11, 2023
- AFIA's Sarah Novak Named Chief Operating Officer
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The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) is pleased to announce the promotion of Sarah Novak to chief operating officer. Novak has served the association for over 15 years as the vice president of membership and public relations.
- By Lacie Dotterweich, Communications and Social Media Manager
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- January 4, 2023
- Mark Your Calendars for AFIA's 2023 Meetings & Events
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The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) has released its 2023 schedule of conferences and online courses. Registration for several of these events is already open at afia.org/events.
- By Lacie Dotterweich, Communications and Social Media Manager
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- December 8, 2022
- Registration Is Now Open for AFIA's Purchasing and Ingredient Suppliers Conference
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The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) has opened registration for its 2023 Purchasing and Ingredient Suppliers Conference (PISC), happening on March 7-9 in Orlando, Fla. This three-day, must-attend program includes education and networking events for hundreds of feed ingredient buyers and sellers across the animal food manufacturing industry.
- By Lacie Dotterweich, Communications and Social Media Manager
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- December 1, 2022
- AFIA Thanks Congress, Administration for Expedient Action on Rail Agreement
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The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) applauds Congress and the Biden administration for swiftly stepping in to pass legislation that avoids a potentially crippling national rail shutdown, which would have threatened the health and welfare of America’s livestock, poultry and pets and exacerbated an already tough operating environment for U.S. animal food manufacturers.
- By Victoria Broehm, Senior Director of Communications