Recapping several new facilities, technical centers and innovation hubs that were announced or opened in 2020 to drive animal nutrition research forward.

The organization’s Sugar Expert Review Panel, which developed two analytical methods for sugar and fructan profiles in animal nutrition, was named AOAC’s Expert Review panel of the Year.

Ÿnsect closed its recent series C funding round with $372 million from global investors, which will contribute to the completion of its vertical farm and processing facility and expansion into North America.

The new Pet Food Experience (PEX) Center will house the latest process technologies, testing capabilities and educational workshops to share R&D skills and knowledge with pet food and treat processors.

The company partnered with CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, to optimize a joint health supplement formula for dogs, protecting sensitive ingredients until they are activated during digestion.

The patented development could help processors in a variety of industries reduce the risk of foodborne illness.

Protenga will further research and development, expand its team and continue working toward a more circular global protein supply with these new investments

The company’s Rousselot business is now producing porcine collagen products for global manufacturers out of its Ghent, Belgium facility.

The facility is designed to develop sustainable, economically viable food and feed solutions for North America.

The entities agreed on a 10-year research program funded entirely by DSM to study gut health, precision nutrition and data-driven decision making for animal health.