Wrapping up January: What’s new in the world of pigs?
Pig Progress reports on the latest business news and updates from the global pig industry, including a new app that focusses on farm biosecurity and a newly-launched rat trap developed specifically for the livestock sector. This and more.
PIC and Next Genetix/PIC-NL renew strategic partnership
PIC and Genetix/PIC-NL B.V. have renewed their 2011 partnership, driving genetic progress for farmers for nearly 15 years. The Genetic Distribution Agreement, effective January 2026, continues PIC-NL as PIC’s distributor for male and female genetics in the Netherlands.
Preferent KI transfers activities to GFS and PIC-NL collaboration
Effective January 2026, GFS SCE (Germany) and PIC-NL (Netherlands) form a strategic partnership to boost semen/genetics availability for Dutch pig producers. GFS takes over the production operations of Preferent KI (semen collection, distribution, and invoicing), while PIC-NL will handle PIC terminal boar semen sales. GFS will also acquire Preferent KI’s production site in Landhorst and will lease the Lierop location, including its lab, temporarily.
Roxell opens new warehouse in Poland by distributor Galloma
Roxell‘s local distributor, Galloma, has organised and opened a new warehouse in Poznań Region, Wielkopolski County, Poland. The facility is strategically positioned to serve as a hub for supplying Roxell customers in the country and aims to address the need for faster dispatch and a more responsive service.
Dr. Eckel introduces AntaSync
Dr. Eckel Animal Nutrition’s new phytogenic feed additive, AntaSync, is a combination of polyphenol-rich plant ingredients with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties which help reduce the metabolic cost of stress responses and supports more efficient energy utilisation.
Farm Health Guardian launches Protocol Farm Visits app
Farm Health Guardian’s Protocol Farm Visits app is a new tool designed to make on-farm biosecurity faster, easier, and more consistent for farm workers and operations of all sizes. It provides instant access to key property information, visit records, health status, downtime, pyramid, and other biosecurity requirements.
HyCare launches a rat trap that reports its own catches
HyCare has launched its own digital rat trap, designed specifically for the livestock industry. The new trap is fully waterproof, dustproof, and ammonia-resistant. A stronger spring and serrated edge ensure pests can’t escape. Plus, the battery lasts at least 5 years, and farmers get an instant app notification – complete with a digital floor plan – the moment a pest is caught.
KMC publishes verified LCA data for PotaPro 1500 in the GFLI branded database
KMC has published product-specific Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) data for PotaPro 1500, its potato protein concentrate for feed and pet food, in the Global Feed LCA Institute branded database. The data provides feed and pet food producers with access to primary figures that can be used directly in environmental assessments and sustainability reporting.
Novus releases global soybean data
Novus’ new ‘Outsmarting Trypsin Inhibitors’ white paper draws on more than a decade’s worth of data to explain why trypsin inhibitor in soybean meal is a persistent and often underestimated challenge in modern feed formulation. The paper shares lessons learned and explains why routinely monitoring TI is becoming increasingly important.
Trouw Nutrition’s 2025 mycotoxin review: Key insights for 2026
Trouw Nutrition will present its annual Global Mycotoxin Review on 5 February at 9 am CET (English) and 4 pm CET (Spanish). Dr Swamy Haladi, global category director for Mould & Mycotoxin Management, will keynote the English language session, with guest presenter Avinash Bhat breaking down the data and providing early-year predictions. Dr Daniel Miranda will keynote the Spanish session, with guest presenter Eugenio Alcalde reviewing data analytics and early predictions.
Alltech 2025 Global Harvest Broadcast is now available on demand
Alltech’s live broadcast, ‘From Field to Feed: 2025 Crop and Mycotoxin Analysis’ in January shared timely insights into harvest conditions and emerging mycotoxin risks. Elevated mycotoxin findings in key regions was highlighted, as well as weather data that shows the direct impact of the climate on crop production. It was also noted that accelerated progress has been made in mycotoxin predictive models.
MS Schippers celebrates 60 years with a tribute to farmers
MS Schippers marks its 60th anniversary by paying tribute to the hard-working farmers it has stood alongside for 60 years. What started in 1966 with ear tags has developed into a focus on farm hygiene, supporting farmers with solutions for cleaning, disinfecting, water quality, pest control and animal care. Its global anniversary campaign centres on this message: Farmers are the hardest working people in hygiene.
