Sustainable protein is a job for the livestock industry

Sustainable protein is a job for the livestock industry
The 25 year anniversary of Huvepharma was celebrated in Madrid, Spain, with an event for over 400 guests from 61 countries. Photo: Paulus Maessen
The 25 year anniversary of Huvepharma was celebrated in Madrid, Spain, with an event for over 400 guests from 61 countries. Photo: Paulus Maessen

Reflecting on 25 Years of Huvepharma: An Industry Perspective

For a period, it seemed the livestock industry might experience significant challenges from alternative protein products. Developments in this field, however, often turned out to be overhyped. This was underscored at a recent congress held in Madrid, celebrating 25 years of Huvepharma. The consensus? Genuine advancements in sustainable protein production are increasingly reliant on the livestock sector.

Despite the rising claims of culture-based and plant-based meats, it appears that the traditional livestock industry is still fundamental to meeting protein demands sustainably. The focus is shifting back to established practices that prioritize sustainability within this sector, rather than exclusively looking towards unproven alternatives.

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Exploring Sustainable Alternatives in Feed

Under laboratory trials, native chickens fed a mix of sago and cassava performed just as well as those fed conventional corn feed. Photo: Canva
Under laboratory trials, native chickens fed a mix of sago and cassava performed just as well as those fed conventional corn feed. Photo: Canva

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