Poll Archive
More research should be devoted to create low cost feed, without losing animal performance.
73.3%
I agree, as this is the only solution to stay in business.
12.9%
I disagree, low cost feed is already used on a large scale and cannot be improved anymore.
13.9%
I don't know, maybe there are good ideas about this issue. However, they haven't reached the farmers yet.

From: 26 FEB 2008

To: 04 MAR 2008

Reducing methane emissions is the responsibility of:
9.0%
Only the agriculture sector, as it is a major contributor to the problem.
23.0%
All business sectors, as every sector has its own responsibility.
62.0%
All business sectors including consumers.
6.0%
Only the government, because they have the most power.

From: 19 FEB 2008

To: 26 FEB 2008

By-products from the food, fermentation and alcohol industry can be utilised more efficiently in animal feed.
29.4%
I agree, there are many products that can be used, which are not yet valued to their potential.
10.3%
I agree, but to avoid high transportation costs only farms close to the by-product production centres will optimally benefit.
43.6%
I agree, but only if quality control regarding safety and nutritional content is secured.
16.7%
I disagree; the variation in price and quality of by-products is too high. This will negatively influence economics and animal performance.

From: 12 FEB 2008

To: 19 FEB 2008

“Animal welfare extremists pose a clear and present threat to (American) agriculture,” said American Farm Bureau Federation...
43.5%
I agree; they want to prohibit the use of animals for food and work.
22.1%
I disagree; animals have rights (like humans) and those should be respected.
34.4%
Extremists are a minority and are not the voice of mainstream consumers.

From: 05 FEB 2008

To: 12 FEB 2008

Sustainable agriculture, in my opinion, means:
33.0%
Local production of feed and food, with respect for the environment.
14.8%
Green agreements and fair trade among major feed and food players.
52.3%
Ecological agriculture with respect for environment, animals and people.

From: 29 JAN 2008

To: 05 FEB 2008

What do you normally get out of a show like the International Feed Expo, VIV Europe or VICTAM?
4.0%
I only go there to see my colleagues and to have a chat with them
6.7%
I do business, and normally get a few good deals out of a show
30.7%
I go there to upgrade my knowledge and to keep up to date with competitors
48.0%
All three options above…
10.7%
I never visit a feed (agricultural) show, it takes too much time

From: 22 JAN 2008

To: 29 JAN 2008

The consumption of animal products is under pressure because of the environment and inefficient use of plant raw materials. H...
41.6%
This is inevitable since people in developing countries have more purchasing power.
36.4%
This is not a problem when animals are fed more on (by-) products people do not eat.
22.1%
People should eat less animal products.

From: 15 JAN 2008

To: 22 JAN 2008

Specialised pet food is only a marketing trick to sell more products.
16.1%
I agree, dogs and cats can all eat the same pet food
72.4%
I disagree, particular breeds or pets with chronic illnesses need specific food for health and welfare reasons
11.5%
I don't know, although food is very important, it mainly depends on how the owner treats the animals

From: 08 JAN 2008

To: 15 JAN 2008

Research in animal nutrition worldwide is too fragmented and lacks cooperation between research institutes.
82.2%
I agree
17.7%
I disagree

From: 03 JAN 2008

To: 08 JAN 2008

My main source for information on the feed industry is:
63.4%
The Internet
9.8%
My feed supplier
18.8%
Feed industry magazines
8.0%
Colleagues in the business

From: 18 DEC 2007

To: 03 JAN 2008

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According to experts, the amount of water consumed for producing animal protein is a problem. Do you agree?
Yes, water is becoming scarcer and agricultural sectors are largely responsible for that.
No, most companies are very conscious in their water use and are not the main cause.
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