Wrapping up October: 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 feed mill in Western Australia, VIV’s expansion into the Ivory Coast, the launch of 2 new swine books, as well as new partnerships, products and acquisitions in the pig sector. This and more.
Royal De Heus acquires CJ Feed & Care
On 1 October Royal De Heus signed a Share Purchase Agreement to acquire 100% of CJ Feed & Care’s operations in Vietnam, Indonesia, South Korea, Cambodia, and the Philippines. This acquisition includes 17 feed mills. Pending customary regulatory approvals, the transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2026.
Overland Group invests in feed mill in Western Australia
Overland Group plans a $60 million feed mill in Bullsbrook, Western Australia. The group also aims to double processing capacity at its Picton facility, expand pig farming, and grow its food service business. Overland was formed by merging Westpork, WA’s largest pork producer, and Dardanup Butchering Company, the state’s largest multi-species meat processor.
ADM expands data-driven services and expertise to new regions
ADM has expanded its suite of SINCRO services in Mexico, Indonesia and across Europe. SINCRO is a synchronised ecosystem of smart, data-driven solutions designed to support farmers and feed professionals with nutritional insight, feed formulation inputs and monitoring with real-time adjustments for responsive operations management and improvement.
Danish Crown launches CrownFarm
Danish Crown is launching CrownFarm, a new programme designed to foster closer collaboration between the company’s customers and its cooperative owners. The aim is to work together on the transition towards lower CO₂-intensive farming and to document progress all the way to the supermarket shelf.
Brett Martin adds new PVC livestock wall panel to its range
Brett Martin has expanded its range of high-quality agricultural sheeting and rooflight products with HoardBoard, a durable, hygienic, and easy-to-install 35mm Twinwall PVC panel. Designed for wall lining or partitions in pig buildings and livestock sheds, these panels resist impact, moisture, mould, and corrosion.
Bioiberica unveils 3 new products in its Nucleoforce range
Bioiberica has launched its extended Nucleoforce product line for animal immune and intestinal health. The range will feature 3 new functional ingredients designed to address demand for a broader and more aspirational approach to animal nutrition: Nucleoforce Immunity, Nucleoforce Performance, and Nucleoforce High Flowability (HF).
Royal Jaarbeurs expands VIV portfolio to West Africa
VNU Europe has announced the first edition of VIV Africa, which will take place in 2027 in Abidjan, Ivory Coast. With this, VIV introduces an annually alternating exhibition format: in even years in Kigali, Rwanda, and in odd years in Abidjan, Ivory Coast. VIV Africa is already being organised in Kigali, providing VIV with a solid foundation in East Africa.
DSM-Firmenich enters into new partnerships with Sustell
DSM-Firmenich Animal Nutrition & Health and Schothorst Feed Research have announced a strategic partnership through which Schothorst Feed Research will leverage Sustell to answer sustainability-related questions and, where relevant, integrate into Schothorst’s own research trials. DSM-Firmenich has also partnered with Bayer. The companies have signed a MoU to advance sustainability in the animal agriculture sector, also through Sustell.
DSM-Firmenich and Schothorst Feed Research partner Sustell
DSM-Firmenich Animal Nutrition & Health and Schothorst Feed Research have announced a strategic partnership to drive sustainability in animal nutrition and feed production. Through this collaboration, Schothorst Feed Research will leverage Sustell to answer sustainability-related questions and, where relevant, integrate into Schothorst’s own research trials.
Novus launches new swine book
Novus’ latest book, ‘Nutrition and production strategies for today’s sows’, is available for free digital download. The company has hosted various in-person events and author meet-and-greets around the world to celebrate. The book features 12 chapters, from genetics to nutrition and from management practices to housing.
Zinpro launches ‘Healthy Feet First’ book
Zinpro Corporation marks 20 years of swine claw expertise in Europe with the launch of ‘Zinpro healthy feet first – for sow productivity and longevity’ book, designed to elevate sow productivity and longevity through advanced foot and claw health management. It rounds out a robust toolkit to empower swine customers with advanced strategies for managing sow and gilt locomotion and claw health.
New technical service manager at Novus
With over 10 years at Novus and a wealth of experience in the agriculture industry, David Sanchez Torres is bringing his expertise to Asia as the new senior regional technical services manager in the region. He will be based at the regional office in Bangkok, Thailand.
