WE'RE HIRING! AFIA is looking for a director of membership and engagement! Know someone who would be great in this role? Tell them to apply by July 5! https://lnkd.in/eVisXr4a
American Feed Industry Association (AFIA)
Food Production
Arlington, Virginia 6,107 followers
About us
Founded in 1909, the American Feed Industry Association (AFIA), based in Arlington, Va., is the world’s largest organization devoted exclusively to representing the business, legislative and regulatory interests of the U.S. animal food industry and its suppliers. The organization’s membership is comprised of more than 670 domestic and international companies that represent the total feed industry—manufacturers of commercial and integrated feed and pet food, ingredient suppliers, pharmaceutical companies, industry support and equipment manufacturers. AFIA members manufacture more than 75 percent of the feed and 70 percent of the non-grain ingredients used in the country. AFIA is also recognized as the leader on international industry developments, and holds membership in the International Feed Industry Federation (IFIF).
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http://www.afia.org
External link for American Feed Industry Association (AFIA)
- Industry
- Food Production
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Arlington, Virginia
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1909
Locations
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Primary
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2101 Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, Virginia 22201, US
Employees at American Feed Industry Association (AFIA)
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Dr Rajasekhar (Raj) Kasula
Senior Vice President & Chief Scientific Officer at The Wenger Group
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Richard Sellers
Consultant at RSS Feed Regulation Consulting, LLC
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Leah Wilkinson
Vice President, Public Policy and Education at American Feed Industry Association (AFIA)
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Mallory Gaines
Director, Market Access and Trade Policy at American Feed Industry Association (AFIA)
Updates
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Check out AFIA's recent blog on the preferences and perceptions of U.S. pet food among Vietnamese veterinarians. Discover the insights that can help shape the future of pet nutrition globally! Read more: https://lnkd.in/eVZUA_7P
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The AFIA-Kansas State University 500: Fundamentals of Feed Manufacturing short course is open for enrollment! This structured, self-paced, five-week program is designed to enhance your understanding of #feedmanufacturing, with lessons on process flow, batching & mixing, packaging & loadout and everything in between. The August AFIA-KSU 500 course will run Aug. 6 - Sept. 10. Don't wait! Learn more or register now at https://lnkd.in/egrYUxv8
AFIA-KSU 500
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Can the feed industry provide the solutions agriculture needs? AFIA's Leah Wilkinson shares her expertise on innovative approaches and sustainable practices transforming the sector. Discover how the industry is stepping up to meet the challenges of modern agriculture. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/eG8GyytG
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Last week, AFIA honored 73 graduates from its #FeedIndustryInstitute in Minneapolis! Over four days, attendees heard from 23 expert speakers from across the animal food industry, covering a comprehensive range of industry topics. The event also featured networking, interactive sessions and a fun night at a Twins game! #FII2024
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AFIA concluded an engaging second day at #FII2024 yesterday, and we are eagerly stepping into day three, ready to explore and learn even more!
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Sarah Novak, AFIA's COO, recently joined a discussion at GreenFin, hosted by The Protein PACT on animal agriculture's strides in sustainability. Novak emphasized regulatory needs for sustainable feed innovations like the #InnovativeFEEDAct and the #EMITLESSAct, highlighting industry achievements in emission reduction and resource efficiency through innovative feed practices. AFIA is proud to drive impactful change in the feed industry towards a greener future! #Sustainability #FeedIndustry
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AFIA is excited to host the Feed Industry Institute in Minneapolis this week! Big thanks to our awesome Day 1 speakers. We're diving into Day 2 with lots more to learn! #FII2024
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AFIA applauds the House for introducing the #EMITLESSAct! This significant legislation, co-sponsored by Representatives Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas-30, and Marc Molinaro, R-N.Y.-19, aims to reduce methane emissions, promoting a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future for agriculture. By addressing methane reduction, the EMIT Less Act supports both the health of our planet and the long-term viability of our agricultural industry. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eETfKemD
AFIA Applauds US House's Introduction of the EMIT LESS Act
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