Alltech has released the 2022 Alltech Sustainability Report, which demonstrates the actions the company is taking to align the business with its commitments to the United Nations Global Compact, the U.N. Ten Principles, the U.N.’s Sustainable Development Goals and Working Together for a Planet of Plenty™.

“Today, climate change threatens agriculture’s ability to feed the world’s growing population. Fortunately, the world’s best problem solvers are on the case,” said Dr. Mark Lyons, president and CEO of Alltech. “We believe agriculture has the greatest potential to positively shape the future of our planet and that is why Alltech is uniting the agri-food community in Working Together for a Planet of Plenty. It’s not just our mission, it’s our purpose.”

Alltech is committed to the efficient production of nutritious food while working to minimize its carbon footprint and helping producers worldwide find and implement solutions to their sustainability challenges.

Through data and stories from Alltech team members around the world, the 2022 Alltech Sustainability Report emphasizes the role of agriculture in combatting climate change and creating healthy, sustainable food systems. It also includes information about Alltech’s emissions reduction goals, efforts to promote sustainability and the ways in which Alltech is advancing environmental actions in the industry.

Additionally, the report outlines the steps Alltech has taken to promote an inclusive work environment and highlights its team members’ efforts to make a difference in the communities in which they live and work.

“By adopting new technologies, improving business practices and embracing innovation, the agri-food industry is working together to harness the power of human ingenuity and the sustainable science of agri-food to create a Planet of Plenty, and we are honored to be part of it,” said Dr. Lyons.

Highlights include:

• Alltech invested $4.5 million in efficiency projects in 2022, resulting in a reduction of 7,600 metric tons of CO₂e.
• One hundred percent of production team members are trained in health and safety procedures.
• The Alltech Mini-MBA, Alltech’s advanced management development program, has had 576 graduates – 25% have been women. In the 2023 Mini-MBA class, 52% of participants are women.
• Seventy percent of office-based team members have received role-related training and development.
• Alltech’s climate advisory service, Alltech E-CO₂, supports 30 countries and has conducted over 20,000 on-farm environmental assessments.
• Alltech Coppens’ new sustainability scoring index reflects the carbon footprint of feed on packaging.
• Alltech Serdán received Empresa Socialmente Responsible (ESR) certification and reduced CO₂e by 650 tons through its photovoltaic system and use of compressed natural gas (CNG).
• Alltech was reaccredited by the Pet Sustainability Coalition.
• Alltech São Pedro received the Paraná Climate Seal for its emissions reduction.

“Through collaboration and innovation, the agri-food community can create a world where science-based solutions help ensure sustainable food production for the global population,” said Dr. Lyons. “Agriculture has already made huge strides in sustainability. Imagine what is possible when we all work toward the shared goal of creating a world of abundance for future generations.”

For more information and to download the 2022 Alltech Sustainability Report in full, visit alltech.com/sustainability. Click here to read the executive summary.

[DUBLIN, Ireland] – The second stop of the Alltech ONE World Tour (ONE) wrapped up today in Dublin, Ireland, following a robust agenda of presentations focused on collaborative solutions to the challenges facing the agri-food industry as it confronts the “4 Cs” — the major forces of climate, conflict, consumer trends and rising costs. ONE Dublin welcomed more than 500 international delegates in person at Croke Park. This world-class event brought industry leaders to the stage to share valuable insights in live presentations and focus-track sessions while uncovering the challenges and opportunities related to agriculture.

Tara McCarthy, global vice president for ESG at Alltech, discussed demonstrating the ROI of sustainability.

"Our industry is navigating unprecedented disruption yet remains confident and committed to evolving towards a more sustainable food system,” said McCarthy. “The key to success will be the development of innovative solutions, but even more critical the capacity of the industry to work together across the value chain.”

Alltech recently launched a global value chain engagement study seeking industry input. While the complete Alltech Sustainability Insights report will be released later this summer, Holly Geraghty, project manager of sustainability at Alltech presented initial findings that included:

• There is a world of shifting and, depending on geography, quite divergent priorities. There is a very real series of crises facing the agri-food industry and, for the most part, an acknowledgement and realistic view of the gravity of those challenges. In the face of all that, it’s heartening to see a strong level of optimism and positivity with 86% of respondents agreeing that the food system can rise to the challenge.
   
• Respondents were similarly realistic about the need for support for the primary producers of the food that the 8 billion people on this planet eat with 67% agreeing that unless the farmer is incentivized, things will never change.
   
• There is a recognition that we won’t be able to resolve the challenges ahead without a huge degree of innovation and harnessing technology to enable us to feed ourselves sustainably, with 92% of respondents believing that technology and innovation are key to more sustainable food systems.
   
• There is a near-universal recognition that there is going to need to be a collaborative conversation and effort up and down the value chain with 93% of respondents agreeing that we all have to work together to create a better food system for the future.

Delegates at ONE Dublin also heard presentations from Russell Smyth, head of sustainable futures at KPMG Ireland, about “The metrics that justify the investment”; Nina Prichard, head of sustainable and ethical sourcing for McDonald’s U.K. and Ireland, on “Our journey to net zero: The role of supply chain”; and Constance Cullman, president and CEO of the American Feed Industry Association (AFIA), on “The forgotten role of the feed industry”. These speakers were then joined by Hans Jöhr, former corporate head of agriculture at Nestle and current sustainability and ESG specialist and coach, for a panel discussion exploring “How do we feed the ecosystem, not just ourselves?”

“The conversations that we are having here at ONE, the ideas that are being fostered and the science and the data being developed can help to create a story where agriculture is the hero,” said Dr. Mark Lyons, president and CEO of Alltech. “Together, we have the collective courage and impact to work together for a Planet of Plenty™.”

The Alltech ONE World Tour will continue with stops in Calgary, Canada, on July 3–4, and in the U.S., Asia, South America and the Middle East. For more information and to register for an Alltech ONE World Tour stop, visit one.alltech.com.

[DUBLIN, Ireland] – The second stop of the Alltech ONE World Tour (ONE), a series of international events bringing the ideas and inspiration of the annual Alltech ONE Conference to the world, opened today in Dublin, Ireland. The two-day event, held June 19–20, is convening more than 500 international agri-food leaders to discuss collaborative solutions and strategies for success in today’s agriculture and agri-food industries. The discussions fostered at ONE Dublin explore collaborative solutions to the greatest challenges facing the agri-food industry as it confronts the “4 Cs” — the major forces of climate, conflict, consumer trends and rising costs.

Dr. Mark Lyons, president and CEO of Alltech, welcomed delegates to Dublin and shared the stage with Dr. Vaughn Holder, director of ruminant research at Alltech, and Nikki Putnam Badding, registered dietician and director of human nutrition initiatives at Alltech, to discuss agriculture’s role in saving the planet.

“Agriculture can transform things in ways that other industries cannot and is at the interface of nourishing the present and preserving the future,” Lyons said. “Our belief is that agriculture has the greatest potential to positively influence the future of our planet, provide nutrition for all, help rural communities thrive and replenish our planet’s resources.”

Dr. Holder shared his insights on how animal agriculture can be part of the solution to improving sustainability.

“Agriculture has gone from having the most important job in the world to having the two most important jobs: feed the world and reverse climate change,” said Holder. “We sit in a unique position as we can replenish our planet and provide nutrition for all.”

Additionally, Putnam Badding spoke about the crucial importance of making nutrition accessible to all.

“Agriculture’s responsibility is to feed the world, but providing enough food is not enough, we must provide adequate nutrition,” said Putnam Badding. “The end goal is nutrition for all, and nutrition security requires all food sources.”

As ONE Dublin continues, delegates will hear from industry experts on various topics, including consumer demands, succeeding through conflict, and demonstrating the relationship between agriculture and sustainability for the world. They will also be able to attend focus-track sessions on soil and crops, animals, and the business of food and farming over the course of the two-day event.

The Alltech ONE World Tour will continue after ONE Dublin, with stops in Calgary, Canada, on July 3–4, and then on to the U.S., Asia, South America and the Middle East. For more information and to register for an Alltech ONE World Tour stop, visit one.alltech.com.

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In a demonstration of its commitment to nurturing talent, Alltech is pleased to announce new leadership in the office of the president, the culture and talent team, and the marketing and communications team. Orla McAleer joins the culture and talent team as chief culture officer, while Susanna Elliott will lead the global marketing and communications team as chief marketing and communications officer, and Brian Lawless will lead the office of the president as chief of staff.

"As we have reviewed our strategy and growing capabilities, we are focused on the recruitment, development and well-being of our greatest asset — our people,” said Dr. Mark Lyons, president and CEO of Alltech. “Orla, Susanna and Brian bring leadership and experience that will enable us to capitalize on our opportunities and leverage the strengths of our global team.”

As the chief culture officer at Alltech, McAleer will work to strengthen the company’s emphasis on its people and purpose. She has worked in the business for more than 20 years and has traveled extensively, building teams and close relationships with colleagues globally. Prior to this new role, she was the chief marketing officer at Alltech, responsible for overseeing the company’s global marketing efforts across its more than 120 markets and building a winning team and brand that has matched the growth ambitions of the company. McAleer received a master's degree in business, leadership and management practice from the University College Dublin Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School. She also earned a bachelor’s degree in business studies from Trinity College Dublin in Ireland and holds a diploma in public relations.

As chief marketing and communications officer, Elliott will lead a 130-person global team to advance the company’s purpose of Working Together for a Planet of Plenty™. Through data, insights and relevant content creation, Alltech’s marketing and communication team provides thought leadership, rich resources and inspiration relevant to agriculture’s challenges and opportunities. Most recently, Elliott served as Alltech’s chief of staff and director of communications. In these roles, she worked closely with Dr. Mark Lyons and the executive team to support the business through the global challenges of 2020-2023. The position afforded her unique visibility of the entire business, a perspective that now informs her leadership of Alltech’s global marketing and communications strategy. Elliott has held various communications roles over her 15 years at Alltech and is involved in supporting the agriculture industry as an American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) board member and as vice chair of the CLEAR Center advisory council at the University of California, Davis. She received a bachelor’s degree in public relations from Asbury University.

Lawless is the chief of staff at Alltech, leading the office of the president. As chief of staff, he will support Dr. Mark Lyons and the executive team to drive global strategy and maximize operational effectiveness. Lawless brings tremendous knowledge from the ag-tech industry into this role from his involvement in the Pearse Lyons Accelerator in Dublin, Ireland. Currently, he is supporting the Bluegrass Ag Tech Development Corp., which aims to cultivate an agri-food innovation ecosystem in Kentucky. Over his ten years in the business, he has served as deputy chief of staff, species marketing manager, brand manager for North America and, at the beginning of his Alltech career, worked closely with Dr. Mark Lyons on key growth projects. Lawless holds bachelor’s degrees in economics and Spanish from DePauw University and a master’s degree in agriculture from Western Kentucky University.

For more information about Alltech, visit alltech.com.

World Pork Expo panel led by Dr. Mark Lyons explores strategies for using technology to transform challenges into opportunities

Sustainability, animal health and technology took center stage last week at World Pork Expo in Des Moines, Iowa, the largest pork-specific trade show in the world. Hosted by the National Pork Producers Council (NPPC), World Pork Expo is a hub for groundbreaking innovations in pork production, unique networking opportunities and immersive education.

Free educational seminars covering all aspects of the pork industry are a cornerstone of the three-day event, which typically attracts up to 10,000 pork producers and agriculture professionals each year. The seminars are designed to help “attendees take their operations to the next level,” said NPPC board president Scott Hays.

A panel discussion led by Dr. Mark Lyons, president and CEO of Alltech, explored strategies for transforming obstacles into opportunities.

In “Turning Agriculture’s Toughest Challenges Into Our Biggest Opportunities,” Dr. Lyons and his guests highlighted the role of digital technology in animal agriculture — including sensors, artificial intelligence and cloud-based programs — and identified approaches for creating environmental and economic sustainability amid labor shortages and profitability and pig health challenges.

The current landscape of digital technology in agriculture

Artificial intelligence (AI) and on-farm sensors are increasingly being used in the field to monitor animal health and productivity. They can provide real-time access to crucial livestock insights and allow proactive management practices and the early detection of potential health issues, which can lead to enhanced efficiency on the farm. There is a gap, however, in the infrastructure required to fully implement these technologies and bring these advantages to the producer, said B.J. Brugman, co-founder and CEO of a precision livestock farming company called Distynct.

When he founded the company, he wanted to identify and count animals on-farm so producers could get real-time visibility of their facilities.

“What we found was a complete lack of infrastructure when we got out to the market,” Brugman said. “That forced our business to change. I think the reality of the pork business hit us in the face, where you can win pitch competitions, but when you get it out to the farm, there’s no internet [access].”

New technology must not only get everyone in the room excited, but it also needs to have a practical application. Starting with infrastructure improvements will ease the friction of adopting new technologies, he said.

In cases where infrastructure and connectivity are available, digital technology can make a big difference in monitoring animal health and eradicating diseases. That only works, however, if most farmers are OK with sharing their on-farm data, said Dale Stevermer, co-owner of Trails End Farm in Minnesota and a member of the board of directors for the National Pork Board.

“The National Pork Board really didn't go in this to be a software company at all, but we ended up developing a very powerful piece of software that all producers can use to be able to record movements of animals, site to site and then site to market,” Stevermer said. “And the most important reason for this is in case of a foreign animal disease outbreak — that data will be able to be submitted right to the appropriate animal health organization at your state.”

Livestock producers have a lot to deal with when it comes to a disease outbreak. Monitoring and reporting software can help facilitate the essential next steps.

“If the state veterinarians have the information at their fingertips, and the combination of all the farms at that point and all the movements in that area, they get a lot better sense of what has happened,” Stevermer said.

A vision for the future of on-farm technology

Over the next five years, “I envision [that] we’ll be able to take data from the farm all the way through processing and report it regionally,” said Jamie Burr, chief sustainability officer of the National Pork Board.

Then, consumers will know in which region of the country their pork originated, as well as its social and environmental footprint, he said.

Brad Priest, wean-to-finish manager at TriOak Foods, a pork production, feed manufacturer and grain marketer that serves Iowa and Illinois, said he thinks the use of GPS to track movement will have a tremendous impact on livestock performance.

Brugman envisions a future where everything on-farm is connected digitally.

“I think it’s so exciting to think about laying that groundwork, like laying the infrastructure right now to rapidly scale and deploy precision technology,” he said.

Microsoft’s recently released Azure Data Manager for Agriculture collects and combines data from various sources on-farm, allowing producers to analyze the information more effectively and more quickly develop precision agriculture solutions, said panelist Riyaz Pishori, principal program manager at Microsoft.

And perhaps five years from now, he said, this data can be communicated to farmers via AI in a conversational way, similar to ChatGPT.

“If a farmer’s knowledge could be augmented with some of the other data [from AI] so that he or she can make a better judgment, it’s probably where we will go,” Pishori said.

Confidence in data privacy — the assurance that an individual farm’s data will not be seen or passed on to others — will motivate and inspire farmers to adopt technology, Burr said.

Farm information is personal, Brugman said, and customers need to be reassured that they are the owners of the data. The role of tech companies is simply to guide their customers in how to use the data to make better decisions, he said.

Balancing technology with user profitability

The ability to make precise decisions on-farm will reduce production costs, Pishori said.

Cost-savings is a driving factor.

Investments in technology are more difficult for smaller producers, Stevermer said, but it is necessary to enhance efficiency, profitability and sustainability.

“I have to do it because every acre of corn that I grow and every acre of soybeans I grow has to produce the most profit possible,” he said. “I have to monitor more closely for that so that I can show that my bottom line, the total dollars, is high enough. It becomes one of those tough balances and it takes it takes a sharp pencil, but it works.”

Pishori acknowledged that some technologies can be expensive and not as accessible right now to smaller farms. However, researchers are finding ways to democratize technology, such as using smart phone applications to determine soil quality or measure carbon in the soil.

Leveraging digital technology for sustainability

Digital technology helps farmers measure their sustainability, both economically and environmentally.

The use of technology has dramatically decreased land-use requirements and decreased water use, Stevermer said.

By harnessing the data captured by We Care, the National Pork Board’s initiative to promote responsible and sustainable pork production, producers have been able to report an 80% reduction in soil erosion, he said. The U.S. pork industry has made significant strides in sustainability over the past 60 years, and the use of technologies has played a major role.

Digital technology can predict sustainability efforts, increase efficiency and allow for continuous improvement.

Pishori and his team are working on creating computer simulation applications for measuring carbon sequestration on-farm that give farmers results from different inputs of activities.

“Our perspective is how do we get that new learning into our hands to apply as fast as possible. And again, it goes back to the digitization of data,” Brugman said.

Streamlining technology is going to be key to getting farmers to take advantage of it, Priest said. Then, we must assist them with scalability.

“There’s still a lot of excitement in the pork industry,” Stevermer said. “We can harness that power now. There is strong potential for what can be done.”

Learn more about technology's potential to transform agriculture. Click here to watch the entire panel discussion.

(Editor's note: This is part two of a three-part series on feed efficiency in pigs.)

Feed efficiency refers to the amount of feed consumed by a pig to produce a unit of weight gain, and it can be influenced by multiple factors, including genetics, nutrition, environment and health. A critical metric for pork producers, feed efficiency has a major impact on the profitability of a pig production system.

How does mortality affect feed efficiency?

One of the factors that can significantly affect feed efficiency is mortality. Pig mortality is one of the main challenges the pig industry faces today. It is a complex, multifactorial issue that affects most operations and can greatly affect the overall profitability of an operation. Mortality rates are widely dependent on each individual system but typically range 5–10% within wean-to-finish.

The effects of mortality on pig feed efficiency depend on several factors:

1. The main direct impact is a reduction in the number of pigs marketed, leading to an increased cost of production.

Obviously, when a pig dies before it reaches market weight, the revenue from that animal is completely lost and the cost of producing the pig up to that point cannot be recovered. It is clear, therefore, that mortality events in heavier pigs that were close to marketing have a significantly higher economic impact, as more resources were used and wasted. Additionally, the producer must spend additional funds to properly dispose of the dead animals. The revenue loss and added costs reduce the profitability of the operation.

2. Mortality can also have an indirect effect by affecting the pen’s social structure.

When one or more pigs dies, changes in the social structure of the group can lead to stress and increased aggression among the remaining pigs. This can lead to decreased feed intake, reduced growth rates, and increased susceptibility to disease.

3. Finally, mortality events can alter the performance and feed budgets, and consequently the feed costs, of the remaining pigs.

If a significant number of pigs die, the amount of feed available is now divided by a smaller number of animals. This means that more feed is provided, per pig, for a longer period. This can have both pros and cons. Typically, less-nutrient-dense feeds are provided as pigs get heavier, to account for changes in nutrient requirements and feed intake. Yet when extra feed is available due to mortality, the remaining pigs receive the more nutrient-dense diets for longer. This will typically improve feed efficiency, but feed cost per pig will be increased, which has a direct impact on the economic viability of the operation.

Strategies to tackle pig mortality

Fortunately, some strategies can be used to tackle this issue and promote health in the pork industry:

1. Biosecurity

Improving biosecurity practices is probably the most important aspect of preventing the introduction and spread of diseases in pig herds. These practices include controlled access to barns; cleaning and disinfection protocols; shower-in and shower-out protocols; and adequate quarantine procedures.

2. Vaccination

The implementation of a robust vaccination program that is tailored to the needs of a particular pig herd is also essential. Several options are available to prevent diseases such as porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS), porcine circovirus, and swine influenza. By following appropriate guidelines provided by veterinarians, producers can significantly reduce the mortality associated with preventable diseases.

3. Management

Management practices can have an important impact on pig health. Staff should be trained to conduct regular monitoring of health indicators, such as body condition and fecal quality, to detect early signs of disease. Hygiene practices, ventilation and adequate floor space play important roles in minimizing stress and disease spread. Additionally, it is critical to ensure that all pigs receive adequate nutrition and unlimited access to a clean and easily accessible water supply.

As always, treatment and prevention options are increasing as science advances. Researchers are currently studying the possibilities of genetic selection in producing pigs more resilient to certain diseases. This could be an invaluable tool to reduce mortality rates in the future.

In summary, mortality has profound direct and indirect impacts on feed efficiency and, therefore, on the profitability of any pork production system. Mortality is certainly a complex issue that requires concerted, multidisciplinary efforts, but it must be addressed for a more sustainable and profitable pork industry.

I want to learn more about nutrition for my pig herd.

Alltech has introduced Triad, an innovative solution that promotes successful farrowing and pig livability through a palatable, proprietary blend of Alltech ingredients. Peer-reviewed research has suggested that supplementation of these compounds in combination can support the parturition process, reduce the incidence of stillborn pigs, and boost the number of wean pigs per sow.

“It is exciting to bring a solution to market with such a strong return opportunity,” said Andy Rash, general manager of Alltech’s U.S. swine business. “Minimizing stillborns and low-viability pigs at the rate in which we can with Triad is a direct improvement in profit, as more pigs equal more profit.”

Sow throughput can be compromised by a higher incidence of stillborn pigs and pre-wean death losses, decreasing overall performance for swine producers. Effective during short feeding intervals, Triad supports sows during parturition and lessened pre-wean mortality, driving more pigs and more pounds long-term.

“Helping producers keep more pigs they work so hard to produce in the production chain is a great challenge to address,” Rash said. “The industry makes such a large investment in total pigs born, but focusing on pigs weaned is the real opportunity.”

To learn more about Triad at World Pork Expo, visit the Alltech Pork Team in the Alltech booth #V219 and/or the Hubbard Feeds booth #V419 — or learn more online at www.alltech.com/triad and go.alltech.com/world-pork-expo.

(Editor's note: This is part one of a three-part series on feed efficiency in pigs.)

There is no question that feed efficiency is a powerful benchmark and a key driver for many decisions. But are we utilizing these metrics to drive profitability?

We know the feeding program for pigs has a profound impact on profitability, as feed cost accounts for up to 75% of total production cost. Within the feeding program, energy alone represents 50% or more of the total cost. Thus, dietary energy is critical in swine diets, and it is essential to understand feed efficiency.

A key question we need to ponder: Is it the best decision to always improve feed efficiency? The answer: it must be economical! Whereas feed efficiency greatly influences financial returns, steps to improve it do not always lead to financial gains. A good example would be increasing dietary energy density; if we consistently increase feed efficiency, it could increase feed cost per pig and lead to financial losses.

Measuring feed efficiency

The classical definition of feed efficiency is simply body weight gain per unit of feed consumed, typically denoted as F/G or G:F. Another way to express feed efficiency is on a dietary energy basis as opposed to feed consumed; this is denoted as caloric F/G. These are simple expressions, yet they can lead to errors.

For example, feed consumed is frequently not measured, and feed disappearance is the actual metric. Feed disappearance and feed consumed can differ by up to 30%, driven by factors such as feed waste. Thus, feed disappearance does not reflect the pig’s actual feed consumed.

Another important factor to consider is weight range. Initial and final weight are major factors affecting feed efficiency. Fat deposition is less efficient than protein deposition, and the rate of fat deposition increases in relation to protein deposition as body weight increases. Thus, when comparing groups of pigs for feed efficiency, we must consider variation due to differences in the body weight at which the various animals are evaluated.

Furthermore, differences in dietary energy density can lead to errors and sometimes inaccurate energy loadings or energy systems utilized. As a rule of thumb, if energy values are accurate, a 1% increase in dietary net energy results in a 1% improvement in feed efficiency. Additionally, a common modification to this calculation is feed efficiency on a carcass gain as opposed to live body weight. This modification is driven primarily by how pigs are sold; thus it is more reflective of the actual financial impact.

Other factors impacting feed efficiency

Additional factors to consider when determining feed efficiency accurately include:

• Mortality: If mortality occurs at midpoint of the finishing phase, for every 1% increase in mortality, F/G could worsen by up to 0.8%.
• Pelleting: This improves F/G by about 4–6% when feeding pelleted diets with less than 20% fines.
• Particle size: Grain particle size improves F/G by up to 1.2% for each 100-micron reduction.
• Sex: Whereas gilts have 1.7% better F/G compared to mixed-sex, barrows have 1.7% poorer F/G compared to mixed-sex.

As described, a plethora of factors can impact feed efficiency. Fortunately, equations that consider these factors and aid with feed efficiency calculations are readily available.

Feed efficiency economics

How do we represent feed efficiency from a financial perspective? The most typically used expressions of feed efficiency in financial terms include feed cost per pig sold, yet this only takes into consideration the cost of the diets on a per-pig basis.

Other metrics, such as feed cost per unit of gain, represent the results of multiplying feed efficiency by feed cost per kilogram. The best application of this method, though, is for comparison between nutritional programs when there is an expected change in feed efficiency alone.

Other methods, such as income over feed cost (IOFC), calculate profit by subtracting feed cost from the revenue on a per-pig basis, most typically on a hot-carcass weight pricing basis. Facility cost can also be incorporated into feed cost to estimate the income over feed and facility cost (IOFFC). IOFC and IOFFC are accurate methods to determine the economic value of a nutritional program, and ultimately, they are good ways to assess the financial implications of manipulating feed efficiency.

I want to learn more about nutrition for my pig herd.

Following the spring European events in Budapest and Dublin, the Alltech ONE World Tour will travel to Calgary, Alberta, Canada on July 3 – 4, 2023. Alltech ONE Calgary will explore collaborative solutions to the greatest challenges facing the agri-food industry as it relates to the Canadian marketplace, uniting changemakers and thought leaders throughout the ag value chain to explore unique and innovative opportunities in agriculture, business, health and nutrition.

The Alltech ONE Conference has been held in Lexington, Kentucky, home of Alltech’s global headquarters, for the past 38 years. In 2023, the global leader in agriculture is bringing the conference to its partners, customers, suppliers and friends across the globe, providing the opportunity for more people than ever to experience the power of ONE.

“As our customers and partners continue to face many challenges and uncertainties, we determined that 2023 would be dedicated to meeting them in their market,” said Dr. Mark Lyons, president and CEO. “This special edition of the ONE will endeavour to deliver global expertise to locally relevant issues. In the midst of economic and political uncertainties that fuel regionalization, this ONE reflects the responsibility we have as a global company to be a connector of people and ideas, ever advancing our purpose of Working Together for a Planet of Plenty.”

Alltech ONE Calgary will feature global and Canadian experts discussing agriculture, animal nutrition and business, including keynote presentations from Dr. Mark Lyons and renowned motivational speaker, Chris Koch.

The Alltech ONE World Tour will continue with stops in the U.S., Asia, South America and the Middle East.

For more information and to register for Alltech ONE Calgary, visit one.alltech.com/Calgary.

[BUDAPEST, Hungary] – Central Europe's agriculture producers will play a major role in addressing climate and food-supply challenges around the world. The region's agri-food leaders discussed collaborative solutions and strategies for success today in Budapest, Hungary, at the first stop of the Alltech ONE World Tour (ONE), launching a series of international events that bring the ideas and inspiration of the annual Alltech ONE Conference to the world. Discussions explored collaborative solutions to the greatest challenges facing the agri-food industry as it confronts the “4 Cs” — the major forces of climate, conflict, consumer trends and rising costs.

The ONE Budapest keynote presentation from Dr. Mark Lyons, president and CEO of Alltech, welcomed delegates to Budapest and challenged them to think about what comes next for the agri-food industry. 

“In times of uncertainty, it is crucial for businesses like ours to adapt and innovate,” Lyons said. “The Alltech ONE Conference is no exception. While our annual symposium has had its roots in Kentucky, USA, for four decades, we felt it was important to adapt and engage with our customers on their home ground. Thus, it is only fitting that we launch the Alltech ONE World Tour in Budapest, Hungary, which is at the center of both change and opportunity.”

ONE Budapest attendees heard from industry experts on various topics, including insights from the dairy industry, data for profitable and sustainable agriculture, and mycotoxin management, and they were also able to attend focus track sessions on dairy, pigs and poultry. Robert Walker, European growth officer at Alltech, moderated a panel discussion featuring the species focus track speakers, who discussed how to remain profitable amid uncertainty and how the learnings from the day’s sessions can be applied to individual operations.

“By sharing data and insights, we empower advisors to solve agri-food-system challenges and drive the transfer of value, from the consumer to the processor to the farmer,” said Walker.

The final session of the day featured a discussion between Tara McCarthy, global vice president for ESG at Alltech, and Lyons on the path forward toward a sustainable future.

“As an industry, we have the responsibility to frame the role of agri-food in the context of the four Cs of climate, conflict, cost and consumer,” McCarthy said. “We will need to use our insights (from data), our skills and our scale to achieve impact, but most importantly, we will need to adapt and partner across the value chain.”

“The theme of our ONE Budapest stop — ‘Thriving Through Turbulence: Rising to the Challenges of Climate, Conflict, Consumers and Costs in Agriculture’ — perfectly encapsulates the unique hurdles we encounter in this region,” Lyons said. “With increasing geopolitical tensions and rising input costs, producers will need to make well-informed decisions to enhance their efficiency and adapt to the modern challenges faced by many in this area.”

The Alltech ONE World Tour will continue with stops in Dublin, Ireland, on June 19–20 and Calgary, Canada, on July 3–4, then on to the U.S., Asia, South America and the Middle East. For more information and to register for an Alltech ONE World Tour stop, visit one.alltech.com.

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