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Bringing industry representatives from around the globe together in Istanbul, the Eurofish 2026 Conference highlights the major transformation in the seafood sector, spanning from the use of robotics on production lines to the evolving food preferences of younger consumers.

İDMA İstanbul, which will bring together industry professionals from more than 100 countries, aims to contribute to a trade volume of $1 billion through new partnerships and investments.

Global production of animal-source foods has expanded sharply since the 1960s, with poultry leading growth and major disparities persisting across regions. The FAO study highlights strong supply gains but uneven per capita availability and structural constraints in access and trade.

The latest call under the IPARD III program will support investments in dairy, meat, egg, fruit and vegetable, and fisheries processing facilities, as well as milk collection centers and cold storage infrastructure.

Turkish Grain Board (TMO) has announced its 2026 grain procurement prices, increasing wheat prices by more than 22% year-on-year.

Svein Tore Holsether, CEO of fertilizer major Yara International, stated that Europe risks falling behind the US and China due to high energy costs and slow industrial transition. Holsether described the implementation of Mario Draghi’s EU competitiveness report as "alarmingly slow."

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz could evolve into a systemic agrifood crisis within 6 to 12 months, according to the FAO. The organization warned that rising energy and fertilizer costs, disrupted logistics and climate risks may push global food prices significantly higher unless urgent action is taken.

UTRIX S.A.L. is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Mira Abou Dib as Senior R&D Galenic Specialist and Cynthia Bechara as Senior Marketing Officer. These new hires further reinforce UTRIX’s commitment to innovation, scientific excellence, and market growth.

The 2026 First Forecast for Crop Production, released by Turkstat, indicates a strong growth outlook for grains and oilseeds, the critical raw materials for the compound feed industry.

At the 71st FEFAC General Assembly in Bucharest, Iani Chihaia, President of ANFNC, was awarded Honorary Membership in recognition of his long-standing contributions to the European compound feed sector.

The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) has officially endorsed its 8th Strategic Plan (2027–2031) during its May 2026 General Session.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry has refuted claims that the newly enacted Novel Foods Regulation permits cultured meat production in Türkiye.