It is time for the capital-intensive ostrich industry to make use of the techniques of simulation models. This way the producer can acquire market requirements for specific end products with specific properties and at a specific stage.

01 dec 2003

Why does the day-to-day production of similar batches of feed vary so frequently? Why can the number of operators in feedmills with similar specifications differ 50% or more? Why do some feedmills deliver generally just in time and others have long ...

01 jun 2003

Van Aarsen in the Netherlands is one of the few global specialists that manufacture and deliver complete feedmills. To stay ahead of the competition and create unique selling points they base their corporate strategy on innovation.

01 dec 2002

Livestock production today faces the difficult task of effectively meeting emerging consumer concerns while remaining competitive on major target markets. Challenges imposed by consumerism clearly extend beyond the farm gate and equally pertain to c...

01 dec 2001

There is no other country in the world where feed production growth rates are higher than in Brazil. Following substantial investments, meat producer Perdigao looks forward to a successful future in the export market.

01 nov 2001

Protein accounts for a significant part of total feed costs, and affects many aspects of bird performance and profitability. How much protein to use in broiler feeds is a challenging decision that must be made by all producers and their nutritionists...

01 sep 2001

The agricultural industry in South Africa needs to adapt to future changes in the demand for food to accommodate the major shortfall of essential raw materials in the most appropriate manner. Free market access has spread rapidly resulting in globa...

01 may 2001