The International Feed Industry Federation (IFIF) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) held their 23rd annual meeting to discuss global feed sector challenges and reaffirm their commitment to sustainable food and feed production. The event highlighted crucial efforts to drive transformation in the livestock and feed industries.
The 23rd annual meeting of the International Feed Industry Federation (IFIF) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) recently concluded with a renewed pledge to advance safe, sustainable feed practices. The event gathered global stakeholders, including representatives from over 80% of global compound feed production, to discuss the essential role of the feed sector in driving transformation toward more sustainable livestock production.
Thanawat Tiensin
Opening the meeting, Mr. Thanawat Tiensin, FAO’s Assistant Director-General, emphasized the "vital role of the feed and livestock sector in driving sustainable transformation" and highlighted the need for cross-sector partnerships to tackle food security and environmental challenges. "Livestock production is a cornerstone of agrifood systems, providing essential nutrition and economic opportunities worldwide," he noted.
Among the key topics discussed were the reduction of antimicrobial use in livestock farming, the convergence of global feed standards, and the role of emerging food technologies like cell-based food. The meeting also addressed sustainable feed production strategies and environmental sustainability initiatives, particularly in East Africa. Both IFIF and FAO reaffirmed their commitment to supporting the global feed industry in achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).