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American Feed Industry Association (AFIA)
Food Production
Arlington, Virginia 6,207 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).
- Website
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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
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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This week, as a representative of the Food & Agriculture Export Alliance, AFIA's Mallory Gaines is in Cambodia for a national workshop aimed at developing a #foodsafety road map for the Southeast Asian country. By sharing information about the U.S. #feed industry, her goal is to collaborate on the effort to promote better feed & #foodsecurity in Cambodia. https://lnkd.in/eB5cYnKJ
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Ever wondered what it's like to attend AFIA's Feed Industry Institute? Dive into this blog from a few first-timers who share their exciting experiences, the valuable networking opportunities and the wealth of knowledge they gained. Read more about their journey and key takeaways here: https://lnkd.in/eZiSjg_Z
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In a recent Q&A, AFIA's Mallory Gaines discussed the potential for new growth opportunities for pet food processing companies. The discussion covered everything from understanding international regulations to leveraging local consumer trends, offering key strategies to thrive on the global stage. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ebURJiSM
Q&A: Looking for opportunities beyond US borders
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AFIA's Victoria Broehm and Sarah Novak spent the past week in Iowa connecting with members. They had the opportunity to visit Insta-Pro International, APC, Kemin Industries and Feed Energy. Additionally, they joined ILC Resources in celebrating their 100th anniversary, congratulations ILC Resources!
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As advocates for the feed industry, AFIA continues to emphasize the necessity of science-based reviews by the Environmental Protection Agency, especially concerning formaldehyde use. By advocating for a science-driven approach, AFIA ensures that our industry remains innovative, safe and sustainable. Let's continue supporting initiatives that prioritize scientific integrity and the future of agriculture. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e2TwRwGi
AFIA Continues to Encourage Science-based EPA Review of Formaldehyde
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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
Understanding the Preferences and Perceptions of US Pet Food Among Vietnamese Veterinarians
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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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