Asian Agribiz Podcasts

Mycotoxin prevalence in feed samples in Asia is increasing. It is becoming commonplace to find more than one mycotoxin contaminating the feed. Asian Agribiz talks to Dr Sangita Jalukar of Arm & Hammer about why this might be so and the need to move beyond testing to actively deal with the massive challenge ahead of us. In this podcast you will learn: • Mycotoxin risks as the use of alternative ing...

Several new and old players in the Indian poultry sector are investing in processing plants as they want to tap into the growing demand for chicken in India. Asian Agribiz talks to Alok Raj, Principal Consultant at Aptec Technology Consulting on growth in the industry and what pitfalls many must look out for when investing in processing. In this podcast, you will learn: • The trend in poultry proc...

Good news for Asian poultry markets keeps rolling in. In last week's In Focus podcast, we heard Arief Fachrudin talk about the 30% growth projected for South and Southeast Asian poultry markets. This week, the Rabobank Poultry Quarterly talks of a positive story for poultry in the latter part of the year as markets in Southeast and South Asia show accelerated growth in poultry meat consumption and...

The poultry markets in South and Southeast Asia are growing, with growth projected at 30% between 2023-2030. The drivers behind this growth are the regions' robust economic outlook, population expansion, and a shift in consumer preference, which together present a golden investment opportunity. Interestingly, the growth is not only about volume, but also value. In most countries in the two regions...

Eggs can come into contact with bacteria such as Salmonella during the laying process or via environmental sources such as feces or feathers. Therefore, egg washing reduces the risk of contamination and makes eggs safe for consumption. Although egg washing is not a common practice worldwide yet, Paul Buisman, Head of Innovation at Moba, tells Asian Agribiz that he believes this will be trending in...

With caution, producers in the region are adopting generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) for better productivity, efficiency, and animal health. Considering the many benefits of the package, it is reasonable to say that Gen AI is here to stay.   Industry suppliers have also been active in innovations to help producers ride this tide and grow profitably. Our team has discovered many novel inv...

Interest in crate-free gestation, or sow group housing, has increased recently due to animal welfare concerns. In Southeast Asia, most gestating sows are still confined in stalls that limit their movement during pregnancy. However, some key regional producers have already started converting parts of their operations to sow group housing. Asian Agribiz speaks with Nigel Godde, Director of Sales for...

The May 2024 Chief Economists Outlook, which explores key trends in the global economy, was launched last week amid a mood of cautious optimism tempered by uncertainty about geopolitical and domestic political developments. The latest results indicate growing business challenges despite a positive near-term growth outlook. However, the long-term prospects are encouraging. We recently observed a si...

Doug Korver, Professor Emeritus at the University of Alberta and President of Alpine Poultry Nutrition Inc in Canada, is doing a study on layers that are kept longer. As these are high producing birds and are relatively small, the practice puts pressure on their skeletal system and shell quality. In this podcast, Dr Korver discusses with Asian Agribiz the nutritional interventions for these birds,...

India, a distinct entity within Asia, likely accounts for the region's largest workforce, which is steadily seeing upward economic mobility. The country accounted for 4% of global GDP growth between 1991 and 2021. As the Indian economy advances, the demand for food production, convenience, and flavor is on the rise. Producers are not just keeping up but also confidently aligning with consumer tren...

Demand for duck meat in Indonesia has surged over the past decade and continues to grow annually, but the production system is struggling to keep up.   In this second podcast with Dr Hardi Prasetyo, a consultant for duck breeding companies in Indonesia, learn about:   • his insights on the duck meat industry in Indonesia • the challenges facing the industry • his recommendations for duck meat prod...

Anticipating and responding to consumer demands is always challenging, especially in the fast-changing retail environment. However, recent financial reports show that Asian animal protein producers have certainly been responsive to market desires. Some healthy figures emerge after what seems like a 'long Covid' of earnings. Generally, across the region, from Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia to In...

Some countries rely heavily on imported food and raw materials to grow food locally. With supply chain and climate change-related disruptions, real-time solutions need to be explored and implemented. Rupert Claxton, Meat and Livestock Director at Girafood highlights the problems and solutions for this by addressing the following: 1)    Examples of Asian countries at risk of food security. 2)    Ho...

ChatGPT threw up an extensive menu of factors, many of which are already underway among the progressive producers in Asia. Low-impact livestock management that reduces greenhouse gas emissions (GHG), such as optimized feeding practices and manure management, was cited as crucial. Reducing waste by utilizing by-products and minimizing food waste through better processing techniques and packaging so...

Indonesia's layer duck industry has the potential to grow since the per capita consumption of eggs remains low. However, only a few are investing in breeding and production.   Asian Agribiz speaks with Dr Hardi Prasetyo, a consultant for duck breeding companies in Indonesia, about the industry's status and future opportunities.   In this podcast, he discusses: • the industry's growth potential; •...

High temperatures have been the trending topic on our website, with reports coming in from across South and Southeast Asia. Temperatures in the northern Indian Ocean are the highest on record (above 40 degrees). El Niño peaked over the winter, boosting temperatures on top of the sustained background warming from climate change.

ood security remains a critical issue for Asean nations as uncertainties grow, populations rise, and climate change intensifies. To address this challenge, each government needs to develop targeted policies.   Asian Agribiz talks to Dr Pushpanathan Sundram, CEO of Public Policy Asia Advisors in Singapore, to explore potential solutions. Tune in to the podcast to gain insights into: - The current f...

Explore what value you can tap into at Asian Agribiz's 2024 Pig Feed Quality Conference , which will spotlight and dive deep into critical challenges facing the Asian industry. Of particular interest would be Innovad's trial that assessed the protective efficacy of an immune-boosting complex mix against experimentally ASFv-challenged pigs, mitigating the devastating impact of ASF on global swine p...

Gut health and moving away from AGP is a broiler research project that Doug Korver, Professor Emeritus at the University of Alberta and President of Alpine Poultry Nutrition in Canada, and his team are undertaking. They developed a necrotic enteritis challenge model, which is a natural exposure model that mimics the normal development of the disease. Asian Agribiz talks to Dr Korver about how they...

Tectonic shifts seem to be a thing of the past in the Asian animal protein industry. The focus now appears to rest on profitability and market demand amid a tight economic situation. Tracking popular news on our website, poultry topics dominate. Japfa Comfeed Indonesia's strategic adjustments to its sales paradigm caught the interest of many, as did Thailand's flexible and quickly adaptive service...

Transportation biosecurity is paramount for safeguarding the health and safety of livestock and poultry during transit. It involves implementing measures to prevent the introduction and spread of infectious diseases among animals and into farms. Yet, it frequently gets overlooked within biosecurity initiatives. Mike Button, a global consultant in veterinary health, delves into transportation biose...

Falling raw material prices helped ease business for Asia's feed industry in the second half of 2023. While global feed production dipped last year, Asia Pacific saw a 1.4% growth . Most p oultry and livestock industries in the region are expected to grow this year, meaning higher feed demand.   However, growing geopolitical tensions, climate change, and government regulations will continue to pos...

Vietnam's livestock industry has undergone a significant level of specialization, but the slaughtering subsegment seems to lag behind. Michael Patching, CEO at Alta Food and Agriculture, suggests prioritizing worker training programs to improve meat processing standards. Currently, Vietnam lacks such courses, but companies can look beyond the country or partner with equipment suppliers and profess...

Porcine circovirus (PCV) is a widespread virus globally. While PCV1 has long been known as a common contaminant in laboratory cell cultures, it is generally non-pathogenic. However, the emergence of PCV2 has led to the postweaning multisystemic wasting syndrome, affecting pig populations worldwide.   Asian Agribiz speaks with Dr Roman Krejci, Veterinary Services Manager for Swine Vaccines at Ceva...

Experts have suggested that broiler producers in Indonesia do what CP, Japfa, and Malindo do: invest in a vertically integrated operation to optimize cost efficiency along the supply chain and survive in the long run. This message has been reverberating for years and is frequently offered as the solution when the industry suffers oversupply and poor prices. A huge investment is a major limitation...