NOVUS to Host Symposium on Broiler Performance and Gut Health
NOVUS International will be hosting an insightful symposium entitled “Managing Raw Material Quality, Variability and Digestibility for Optimum Broiler Performance and Gut Health” during the 2025 Poultry Science Association (PSA) Pacific Rim Scientific Conference, which is set to take place from October 13-16 in China.
Key Voices Leading the Discussion
The session will be chaired by two prominent figures in poultry nutrition: Hugo Romero, Ph.D., global poultry technology executive manager at NOVUS and adjunct professor at North Carolina State University, along with Anna Fe Perino, NOVUS poultry solutions manager for Asia. Together, they will lead discussions addressing some of the most significant nutritional challenges facing poultry producers today.
Addressing Industry Challenges
Dr. Romero observes that the feed ingredient landscape is becoming increasingly complex, citing issues related to cost, availability, and quality. “This symposium aims to provide science-backed solutions to help poultry producers optimize performance through improved management of ingredient variability and by supporting digestibility and gut health,” he adds.
Symposium Highlights
The session will feature presentations from several distinguished speakers, including:
- Budi Tangendjaja, Ph.D (Technical Consultant, Indonesia)
“Evaluation of Raw Material Quality and Its Impact on Broiler Performance” - Sonia Liu, Ph.D. (University of Sydney, Australia)
“Optimizing Feed Quality and Nutrient Utilization: Enzyme Solutions to Synchronize Digestive Dynamics” - Hugo Romero, Ph.D. (NOVUS/North Carolina State University)
“Understanding Ingredient Evaluation and Alternative Ingredients” - Miriam Tempra, Ph.D. (Vetworks)
“Formulation Techniques to Maximize Nutrient Digestibility for Broiler Performance and Gut Health”
Encouraging Regional Collaboration
The symposium will culminate in a panel Q&A session aimed at fostering collaboration within Asia Pacific’s poultry production community.
Perino emphasizes the importance of this event, especially in a climate where nutritionists are increasingly turning to alternative raw materials. Although options such as canola meal, palm kernel meal, and meat and bone meal are being utilized, they come with inherent risks related to digestibility and anti-nutritional factors.
Empowering Informed Decisions
“This symposium is focused on empowering integrators and nutritionists to make informed, science-driven decisions,” explains Perino. “We plan to share strategies, including intelligent nutrition solutions, that will help unlock more value from every ration while maintaining gut health and bird performance.”
Event Details
NOVUS takes pride in sponsoring this vital symposium as part of its commitment to intelligent nutrition, contributing significantly to the future of poultry production in the Asia Pacific region. The event is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. local time on October 14, located in the Mayfair Ballroom at the conference venue, and is open to all PSA attendees.
Registration Information
For more information and to register for the PSA Pacific Rim Scientific Conference, visit the official registration page at PSA Pacific Rim Conference Registration.
About NOVUS
NOVUS International is known for its innovative approach to intelligent nutrition, integrating global scientific research with local insights. Their advanced technologies help poultry farmers maximize productivity and achieve better outcomes from feed additives. To learn more about NOVUS and its solutions, visit novusint.com.
