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 “Hey, In Ovo people, what about the male eggs that you take out of the hatching process?”   Good question!   Once the male eggs are separated from the females, they are collected and picked up by one of our partners. The eggs are subjected to a spray drying technique (which is basically a giant hairdryer) to turn the inside of the eggs into fine, protein-rich powder.   And no, this protein powder can’t be used for your own fitness purposes, but it may be used for feeding a man’s best friend: dogs and cats.   The powder is used as a supplement in high-quality pet food, giving some essential nutrients to the hairy friends we love most (assuming that’s your pet).   The shells, on the other hand, aren't discarded either. They’re processed into pecking stones for chickens, which have two benefits. They supply calcium to the birds, crucial for their bone strength and the quality of their eggshells. Also, the birds enjoy pecking at it a lot, and it’s great for their maintaining beak health. Shortly said: calcium pecking stones = good stuff.   To recap: the male eggs that are taken out of the hatching process are not wasted. They’re actually entering a new process themselves that creates a lot of value inside and outside of the poultry industry 🐣

How is Pet Food Made? While many pet owners are mindful of which ingredients to avoid, it’s also important to know how pet food is made. The FDA and USDA ensure pet food is manufactured safely, but there’s a key difference—pets rely on every bite for complete nutrition. This means their food needs to provide all essential proteins, vitamins, and minerals. Pet food typically includes a blend of nutrient-rich animal and plant-based ingredients, with animal derivatives like liver and kidneys for added nutritional value. The mixture is cooked, shaped into kibble through an extruder, and then coated with palatants to boost flavor and aroma—making it irresistible for pets! At Trilogy Flavors, we specialize in crafting premium palatants that elevate the taste and appeal of pet food, ensuring pets get a meal they’ll love every time. Interested in enhancing your pet food products? Visit https://lnkd.in/ezQuT68r for more

Why Feeding Grains To Dogs is AWFUL Royal Canin Arden Grange Pet Foods Tails.com | B Corp Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets Hill's Pet Nutrition FEDIAF - The European Pet Food Industry Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) Scrumbles | B Corp™ Pets at Home Jollyes-The Pet People Just for a bit of context, dogs make their own energy (glucose) by converting protein and fat into sugar (gluconeogenesis). Okay, kibble needs starches to stick together. Use a little fruit and veg, instead of high glycemic carbs that expand like rice, or are inflammatory such as wheat gluten (FFS), maize/corn... Thoughts? https://lnkd.in/e-fy2r-9

The significant growth in pet food sales and consumers' quest for differentiated foods for their pets - with good palatability, the presence of essential nutrients, and quality ingredients - have positioned Brazil as the third-largest market in the world sector. There is extraordinary potential to be explored by formulators and R&D professionals in the segment, who need to pay attention to pet owners' expectations and formulations that must include essential nutrients for animal health, such as oils and fats. The importance of oils and fat, for example, is related to their fatty acid composition, These are part of cell membranes and constitute hormones, in addition to playing fundamental roles in various vital functions.  Want to understand why animal-derived oils and fats should be part of formulations and find solutions for developing balanced and attractive pet food? Just click the link below: https://lnkd.in/dAs-zfc3

A consumer survey powered by Yummypets reveals how pet parents feel about insect proteins in pet food and shows the high potential of such alternative protein sources in the industry. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/gPMVkEVv #sponsoredby Agronutris Chloé Champion #insectprotein #petfood #alternativeprotein #proteinsources #petindustry

Exploring the white space in pet food for cultivated ingrdients - At Super Zoo, the largest pet food retail show in North America, pet food brands and manufacturers showcase the latest products and innovations in pet nutrition. The show typically reflects consumer trends in food: 🌱This year, for the first time since 2019, there are no plant-based foods exhibiting. 🥩Alterntive proteins in pet food mainly refer to exotic meats like kangaroo or invasive specifies like carp. 🐈There’s a sustained focus on functional, animal-based coproducts like collagen. 🌎Sustaibability remains at the forefront, though mainly in recycled packaging. #Cultivated ingredients address all these gaps in the industry!

Canadian and UK firms unite for plant-based pet food advancement The plant-based pet food landscape is evolving rapidly, and a new wave of options is transforming the industry. Leading the charge are Canadian and UK companies, specifically Liven Proteins and ALT-PRO Advantage from Toronto, in partnership with New Wave Biotech Ltd. and Formidable Foods Ltd. from the UK. Backed by Protein Industries Canada (PIC) and Innovate-UK, this collaboration is pushing the boundaries of pet nutrition by creating high-quality, plant-based options for pets. This shift reflects the rising interest in sustainable, ethical food choices that can benefit not only humans but also our animal companions. ** https://lnkd.in/dGNSNdV7 **

Read till the end and read carefully, here are some of the guidelines for the first seven (7) days of brooding in poultry farm:🐣🐤🐓 1. Early placement of chicks in the house, access to fresh clean water and feed after arrival is important . The time of transport from the hatchery to the farm should be as quick as possible. There is no need for further delay once you have collected your birds from the hatchery/sales point. On placement, provide an hour of clean water mixed with glucose or Vitastress, and wait to give feed until the one hour period of water is done. This helps to avoid constipation issues in chicks! Once again, make sure good feed and fresh clean drinking water is readily available and easily accessible to reduce time for searching for feed and water by the newly arrived chicks. Please note that putting water/drinkers near pots or any other heat source is not good, when water is hot birds do not drink it. Four hours after placement, randomly pick some of the chicks and check the crop fill .The target crop fill should be 85%. After 12hrs , it should be above 95%, and after 24hrs, the target crop fill should be above 98 to 100%. 2. Use of digestible raw materials in making feed for the chicks is necessary as their digestive system is not mature or always use chicks feed from reputable commercial feed manufacturer. Don't try to produce your own feed if you are not an expertise in that field, instead purchase good an approved feed supplier within your locality to avoid stories that touch. 3. Place highly hygienic materials that have been adequately sanitized and disinfected in the brooding house. You should know that the chicks' immune response is not fully developed any health compromise might be more devastating for young chicks compared to older ones. Biosecurity measures like foot baths, disinfection of premises and disinfection of equipment should be done using a struat and trusted disinfectant. important notice!! Dont joke with biosecurity.

People and other animals absorb per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), and the chemicals remain in their bodies for many years, if not life. Learn More: https://buff.ly/4a65BMP #Petfood #PetfoodIndustry #PetIndustry #PetCare #PetHealth #PackagingTrends

#PetFood with Black Soldier Fly! The pet food industry is embracing Black Soldier Fly (BSF) sub-products for their #sustainability and superior #nutrition. BSF larvae meal, with its #protein content up to 55%, supports muscle development and immune function in pets. Additionally, BSF oil, rich in beneficial fatty acids, promotes gut health and overall vitality. Produced from #organicwaste, Black Soldier Fly farming is #ecofriendly, reducing environmental impact and supporting a #circulareconomy. It requires less land, water, and feed compared to traditional livestock, making it a resource-efficient and carbon-conscious choice. #BlackSoldierFly sub-products can be seamlessly integrated into various pet food formulations, providing complete and balanced nutrition. Their flexibility also allows for tailored diets to meet the specific needs of different pets. Embrace BSF sub-products to improve your pet health while promoting sustainability and circular economy! ♻️