Commercialized production of bio-trace minerals used in manufacturing of animal feed has started in India last year. It has been possible because of the collaboration between the Department of Science and Technology (DST) and Chemlife Innovations. This has been one of the milestones in the cattle feed production sector of the country. Several other technology innovations that have taken place in the last few years that have changed the point to view towards cattle feed manufacturing and processing and have opened new gateways for the production of cow feed; cow feed supplements and all other kinds of animal feed.
"We're thrilled to support Chemlife Innovations Pvt. Ltd. in their pioneering endeavor. This project exemplifies technological innovation and sustainable manufacturing, aligning seamlessly with TDB's goals. As the project advances, it's poised to enhance animal nutrition, transform livestock and poultry & dairy production, and set new eco-friendly manufacturing benchmarks. This collaboration aligns with the National Livestock Mission's objectives, addressing vital aspects of animal nutrition through innovative bio-trace minerals in animal feed", mentioned Rajesh Kr. Pathak, Secretary, Technology Development Board under DST to the media.
Changing dynamics in animal feed manufacturing and processing technologies have made organizations realize that business growth can be achieved only by means of implementing modern innovations in business operations. Let us look at some of the recent advancements in such products that have emerged recently.
Companies involved in animal feed manufacturing predominantly make use of raw materials like soybeans, grains, corn etc. that have a possibility of containing genetically modified organisms (GMOs). In this regard, GMO rapid test kits are used to conduct a screening process to help detect these GMOs so that they can be got rid of before the initiation of the production process. It is also crucial that the final product meets the regulatory requirements and fulfills all quality standards. Here, the rapid test kits can be used for verification purposes and trace out the presence of any GMOs that are present in the product beyond the permissible limits. Last but not the least, the GMO test kits are also put to use for examining the final samples of the finished goods in order to check whether it is meeting all the regulatory expectations.
A company that specializes in the production of GMO rapid test kits is EnviroLogix Inc that is headquartered in Portland, Maine, USA. The company offers a range of rapid test kits for the detection of genetically modified organisms in various agricultural products, including animal feed.
Real-time monitoring of bin inventory levels can be done by means of cloud based systems. They provide manufacturers with accurate visibility of stock levels and prevent them from overstocking of material and also stock outs. Cloud integration has made it possible to centralize all the data in one platform that can be accessed from anywhere in the world by means of internet. All possible stakeholders can have access to the latest inventory information once cloud integration is complete. Cloud inventory management also helps manufacturers in replenishing stocks. The system provides them with notifications for reordering ingredients that are used as raw material for manufacturing the feed.
To give an example, one such company that provides organizations with cloud inventory management for bins in cattle feed manufacturing is SmartBarn. The solutions provided by the company can be used for wireless monitoring of raw material stocks for agriculture industries and animal feed manufacturing.
The emergence of feed ordering solutions have helped animal feed manufacturers in monitoring and tracking inventory levels for raw ingredients and place purchase orders and reorders in an automated manner. These solutions have the ability to track the inventory levels for each of the ingredients and takes automated actions when stocks fall below the reference points. This immensely helps businesses in avoiding possible delays in the production process and maintains accurate inventory levels at all times. Key data points like supplier information, delivery schedules and others are inbuilt in these customized solutions to create a seamless process of procurement of material that adds value to the entire supply chain process. This system can also be used to create a B2C platform through which consumers are able to order feed by going through the stock available with the supplier.
In this regard, a company that provides feed ordering solutions for cattle feed businesses is Feedonomics. The company offers a data optimization solution for manufacturers and allows them to list their products so that consumers are able to go through the platform and order according to their requirements.
“The use of technological advancements and data are the two major factors that are shaping the marketing strategies for animal nutrition and health food products. At the same time, a fast-evolving consumer base, changing consumer behaviour, and uncertainties in the livestock business – all have an impact on how the marketing strategies are formulated”, mentioned Dr. Chandani Parihar, Marketing Director, Nutreco South Asia.
We have also witnessed the emergence of various other technology solutions on the grounds of energy consumption, explosion protection and others that have also helped in bringing about change in operations in an animal feed manufacturing setup. The industry has been greatly facilitated by these and more innovations are underway that will come into light in the coming years.
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