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06 November 20252 min reading
Strategic move: De Heus buys CJ Feed & Care, securing 17 feed plants across Asia
The company expands its Asian footprint by acquiring CJ Feed & Care’s feed operations across five countries, adding 17 production facilities to its global network.
06 November 20252 min reading
Veramaris strengthens algae oil supply chain with Merwetank partnership
Veramaris and Merwetank have teamed up to build a bulk algae oil storage facility in Dordrecht, aiming to improve supply security and logistics efficiency for aquafeed producers. The new infrastructure marks a first-of-its-kind move in the algae oil sector and supports growing demand for sustainable Omega-3 sources.
06 November 20251 min reading
Bunge acquires major grain elevator assets from North West Terminal
Bunge has finalized the acquisition of the grain elevator and storage assets of North West Terminal Ltd. near Unity, Saskatchewan, expanding its grain handling capacity in Western Canada. The fermentation and distillation facility will remain under NWT’s operation.
05 November 20252 min reading
LDC starts specialty feed protein production in China
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17 October 20254 min reading
Türkiye cattle farming sector: A regional and provincial overview
Türkiye’s cattle farming sector shows significant regional differences in scale, production models, and infrastructure. Provinces such as Konya, İzmir, Erzurum, and Kars stand out with large cattle populations, while the Aegean, Marmara, and Central Anatolia regions lead with advanced production infrastructure and strong feed industry capacity.
14 October 20253 min reading
Ukraine corn prices hit 2025 low amid harvesting progress, demand slowdown
Ukraine’s corn prices have plunged to their lowest level of 2025 as the new harvest boosts supply and demand from key importers like Turkey and Egypt slows.
08 September 20254 min reading
Which pests require fumigation?
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08 September 20255 min reading
Turkey’s poultry sector growth poised to boost corn imports in MY 2025-26
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17 October 20254 min reading
Predicting problems before they stop production
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17 October 20255 min reading
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15 October 20258 min reading
Imas builds turnkey mills from A to Z
During IDMA Russia, we spoke with Imas Regional Sales Manager Yavuz Çetinoluk, who highlights the company’s production capability to deliver turnkey solutions from A to Z and the trust it brings to the sector with its publicly listed structure.
17 July 20255 min reading
Our factory will reflect our vision of science-based, ethical, and sustainable production
Nutriline, a leading feed and Food additives company, marked a significant milestone in the Turkish feed industry with the opening of its new premix facility on May 30, 2025, in the Ali Kahya Organized Industrial Zone in İzmit, Türkiye.
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17 October 20256 min reading
Digital transformation in feed production
Driven by precision, energy-efficient systems and smart automation, feed machinery is evolving from its mechanical roots into intelligent, resilient production ecosystems that will shape feed production for decades to come.
05 September 20256 min reading
Climate-change Adaptation in the Aquaculture
Since the 1800s, global temperatures have risen by 1°C, and projections indicate a further increase of 1.5°C between 2030 and 2052. The anticipated warming of ocean and inland surface waters, along with rising sea levels and ice melting, is expected to adversely affect numerous fish species in the coming years.
05 September 20251 min reading
Climate change and feed safety
Rising global temperatures are reshaping aquaculture, threatening both production and food security. Effective adaptation strategies are now critical to safeguard fish farming and sustain global nutrition.
11 August 202515 min reading
India gearing up to bring back Black Tiger Shrimp Culture

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EuroChem's billion-dollar plant boosts Brazil's fertilizer independence

14 March 20242 min reading

Unveiling its billion-dollar plant, EuroChem propels Brazil towards fertilizer independence. With officials stressing the need for domestic production, the event signifies a landmark shift in Brazil's agricultural landscape.

Amid Brazil's efforts to reduce its heavy dependence on fertilizer imports, EuroChem, a leading fertilizer producer with a global workforce of 32,000 people and a sales network spanning over 100 countries, inaugurated a groundbreaking $1 billion plant in Brazil, a move set to transform the nation's agricultural landscape. According to Reuters, the plant will produce 15% of Brazil's phosphate fertilizer output, significantly reducing its reliance on imports. The event, graced by top Brazilian officials, including President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, underscores the strategic significance of the investment in bolstering Brazil's fertilizer independence.

The ceremony featured speeches from key stakeholders, with President Lula stressing the urgent need to curb Brazil's hefty fertilizer import bill, which amounted to a staggering $25 billion last year alone. "We want to stop being an importer," declared Lula, emphasizing the economic benefits of domestic production. Analysts echoed this sentiment, acknowledging the challenges ahead but emphasizing the importance of reducing dependence on imports.

EuroChem's investment is poised to ripple across the Brazilian economy, offering a lifeline to the agricultural sector and beyond. With Brazil currently importing around 85% of its overall crop nutrient needs, the shift towards domestic production promises to fortify economic resilience.

Oleg Shiryaev
EuroChem Group President

The inauguration marks a pivotal moment in Brazil's agricultural trajectory. EuroChem's advanced facility, integrating mining, processing, production, and distribution, signifies a leap towards self-sufficiency. Its cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices underscore a commitment to environmental stewardship and long-term viability.

EuroChem Group President Oleg Shiryaev emphasized the company's commitment to South America, stating, "EuroChem operates on a mine-to-farm basis, ensuring reliability and quality across the entire fertilizer supply chain.”