Wrapping up February: What’s new in the world of pigs?
Pig Progress reports on the latest business news and updates from the global pig industry, including new research on hidden nutritional risks, strategic partnerships in feed additives, sustainability data collaborations, health-focused innovations, major investments, and mergers and acquisitions shaping the future of pig production. This and more.
Novus releases global soybean data, highlighting risk hidden in pig diets
Novus’ new white paper, Outsmarting Trypsin Inhibitors, analyses over a decade of data on trypsin inhibitor (TI) challenges in soybean meal for pig feeds. The paper shares why there is no ‘safe’ level of TI where animal feed is concerned, how TI levels vary globally and across soybean products, why heat processing alone does not eliminate risk, the documented impacts of TI on pig performance, and practical strategies for measuring and managing TI-related risk.
EW Nutrition and GRASP strengthen partnership
A new agreement that will see EW Nutrition increase its ownership stake in GRASP from its current position to full ownership over the next 4 years. GRASP’s portfolio includes products for toxin mitigation (Mastersorb), gut health management (Activo) and other solutions.
DSM-Firmenich’s Sustell partners with Kynetec’s global crop data
DSM-Firmenich Animal Nutrition & Health has announced a data collaboration with Kynetec, a provider of agricultural and animal health data. The partnership strengthens the feed raw material data foundation of Sustell, the life cycle assessment platform, enabling more precise, science-based measurement of environmental footprints across the farm to fork animal protein value chain.
Aga2Tech’s in-water peracetic acid treatment trials show promise in improving pig health
Supported by the UK Agri-Tech Centre, on-farm trials being run across multiple batches of pigs by Aga2Tech across Yorkshire are proving that the company’s patented peracetic acid treatment Peranan can support gut health, tackle scours, and dramatically cut antibiotic use in pigs, according to the company.
Huvepharma launches Huvezym neXo enzyme for pigs and poultry
Huvepharma received a European Union wide registration for the use of Huvezym neXo in all poultry and pig species, including sows. This new enzymatic complex is a result of several years of research together with Wageningen University into the enzymatic degradation of fibre in the digestive tract of monogastric animals.
duBreton announces voluntary ‘Verified no cloning or gene editing’ labeling
Health Canada has decided to approve the use of gene-edited meat in the Canadian food system without mandatory labeling requirements. duBreton has responded by announcing that it will voluntarily label select products with a new claim: ‘Verified No Cloning or Gene Editing’. This initiative will begin with the company’s organic ground pork, organic mild Italian sausage, and organic pork tenderloin.
ESPHM 2026 to focus on innovation in pig production
The 17th European Symposium of Porcine Health Management (ESPHM) runs from 13-15 May at Fortezza da Basso, Florence. The theme for ESPHM 2026 will be innovation, and topics include herd health management, disease prevention, welfare, nutrition, sustainability and the use of data-driven and precision livestock farming approaches. Registration is open, with early-bird rates available until 16 March 2026.
De Heus Kenya opens landmark feed mill in Athi River
De Heus Animal Nutrition has officially opened its animal feed production plant in Athi River, Machakos County. With a total investment of KES 3 billion (US$23 million), the facility has an annual production capacity of 240,000 mt.
Nuscience receives Factory of the Future Award for the third time
Nuscience (Royal Agrifirm Group), producer of pig/poultry/cattle premixes, young animal feeds and functional ingredients, earned the award again for Industry 5.0 excellence across advanced manufacturing, digital/eco/smart factories, and human-centered operations.
The Schippers Group acquires De Haan Farm Service and Agridiscounter.nl
The Schippers Group has announced the acquisition of De Haan Farm Service, including the online platform Agridiscounter.nl. With this acquisition, The Schippers Group strengthens its national network and further expands its services to the Dutch livestock sector. The integration with MS Schippers gives De Haan Farm Service customers direct access to a broader range of facilities.
Vilomix delivers record results
Danish Agro Group subsidiary Vilomix International Holding delivered another record financial statement in 2025 and is increasing its investments internationally. The premix and minerals company increased its turnover by 15% to €590 million. Revenue has grown by almost 50% over the past 5 years. Operating profit (EBITDA) rose to €49.4 million in 2025, which is the highest in the company’s history and an improvement of €10.2 million compared to the previous year.
Jyga Technologies opening a 4th entity in Brazil
Jyga Technologies is expanding its global footprint with the opening of Jyga Tech Brasil, a new subsidiary in the region of Paraná. Driven by strong demand from Brazilian producers, Jyga Technologies has decided to establish a local presence that will enable product nationalisation and strengthen its position in one of the world’s leading pork markets.
Elanco to acquire AHV International
AHV International, a Netherlands-based innovator in animal health, specialising in quorum sensing antagonist (QSA) technology, has signed an agreement to be acquired by Elanco.
