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Oil palm cultivation Striking the perfect nutrient balance

Poultry probiotics:Understanding the basics

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BULLETIN

04 A roundup of key developments in the regional market

AGENDA

05 First Congrès AlgaSciences held atthe Breizh Algae School in France

FAO Outlook

Hypor Magnus:Maximised throughput for minimal cost

POULTRY

07 Understanding the basics ofpoultry probiotics

EVENTS

09 Indo Livestock Asiapreview

AGRITECHNICA ASIA preview

TECHNOLOGY

12 In-line real time dry mattercompensation during batching

CROPS

14 Balancing act for nutrientsin oil palm cultivation

LIVESTOCK

17 How to improve the feedintake in diary cows.

EQUIPMENT

19 New tractors for Thailandfrom New Holland Agriculture

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BULLETIN

Bayer closes Monsanto acquisition

BAYER SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED the acquisition of Monsanto on 7June. Shares in the US company will no longer be traded on the New YorkStock Exchange, with Bayer now the sole owner of Monsanto Company.Monsanto shareholders are being paid US$128 per share. JP Morgan assistedBayer with processing the purchase price payment for the largest acquisitionin the company’s history. According to the conditional approval from theUnited States Department of Justice, the integration of Monsanto into Bayercan take place as soon as the divestments to BASF have been completed. Thisintegration process is expected to commence in approximately two months.“Today is a great day for our customers – farmers around the world whom wewill be able to help secure and improve their harvests even better; for ourshareholders, because this transaction has the potential to create significantvalue; and for consumers and broader society, because we will be even betterplaced to help the world’s farmers grow more healthy and affordable food in asustainable manner. As a leading innovation engine in agriculture, we offeremployees around the world attractive jobs and development opportunities,”said Werner Baumann, chairman of the Bayer Board of Management. “Oursustainability targets are as important to us as our financial targets. We aim tolive up to the heightened responsibility that a leadership position inagriculture entails and to deepen our dialogue with society.” “Today’s closingrepresents an important milestone toward the vision of creating a leadingagricultural company, supporting growers in their efforts to be moreproductive and sustainable for the benefit of our planet and consumers,” saidHugh Grant, outgoing chairman and CEO of Monsanto. “I am proud of thepath we have paved as Monsanto and look forward to the combined companyhelping move modern agriculture forward". Liam Condon, member of theBayer Board of Management, will lead the combined Crop Science Divisionwhen the integration commences. Until that time, Monsanto will operateindependently from Bayer.

ADB finances utility-scale solar PV plants in Indonesia

THE ASIAN DEVELOPMENT Bank (ADB) has announced a privatesector financing package totalling approximately US$40mn to invest inIndonesia’s first utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) plants on a project-finance basis. The loan package is part of a two-phased portfolio financingtotaling approximately US$160mn for new renewable energy investments inthe country. ADB will invest in two phases in renewable energy assetsdeveloped by Vena Energy, formerly known as Equis Energy — the largestrenewable energy independent power producer (IPP) in the Asia and Pacificregion, with 11 GW in operation, under construction, and in development.

The investment will help construct, operate, and maintain a portfolio ofenergy projects, including a wind farm and four solar PV plants in easternIndonesia. The first phase, which was signed in December 2017, consisted ofa 72 megawatt (MW) wind power plant in Jeneponto, South Sulawesi. ADB’sfinancing package to PT Energi Bayu Jeneponto, a subsidiary of Vena Energy,totaled US$120.8mn, including financing from two trust funds administeredby ADB, namely, the Leading Asia’s Private Infrastructure Fund and theCanadian Climate Fund for the Private Sector in AsiaII .

Novel technologies in Rice Technology Transfer Systems

IRRI EDUCATION, IN collaboration with the Rural DevelopmentAdministration (RDA) of the Republic of Korea, has trained a new batch ofagricultural technicians and extension agents at the International TechnologyCooperation Center (ITCC) in Jeonju, South Korea. The group, whichconsisted of 17 participants from nine Asian countries: Cambodia, Indonesia,Lao PDR, Mongolia, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand, Sri Lanka andVietnam, included a strong representation of women (15 females out of 17participants). The participants learned novel and major technologies in ricecultivation, including topics on rice breeding, disease and pest control in rice,and the agricultural extension system of South Korea. They were also exposedto the Korean culture by visiting cultural heritage sites. They also experiencedan overnight stay in a farm that gave them exposure to traditional farmers’practices in crop cultivation. The visits to the technology centre and researchfacilities also provided new insights to the participants on modern trends anddevelopment in rice research.

Investment will help construct, operate, and maintain a portfolio of energy projects.

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Until the integration commences, Monsanto will operate independently from Bayer.


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JULY

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Indo Livestock 2018 Expo & Forum-Jakarta, Indonesia

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26-28 Asia Agri-Tech Expo & ForumTaipai, Taiwan

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26-28Livestock Taiwan Expo & Forum Taipai, Taiwan

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AUGUST22-24Agritechnica AsiaBangkok, Thailand

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SEPTEMBER17 - 19VIV China Nanjing, China

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20-22BANGLALIVESTOCK'18 Dhaka, Bangladesh

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OCTOBER17 - 19Vietstock 2018 Expo & Forum Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

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EVENTS 2018CONGRÈS ALGASCIENCES, OLMIX’Sscientific seminar on how algae canimprove current animal farming and plantgrowth techniques and strategies was heldon May 29. In her address, Maria Matard-Mann, research projects manager, OlmixGroup highlighted the extraordinaryproperties of marine algae and theirpotential for animal and plant health.“After the Amazon rainforest, algae are

the second lung of the planet. Macro-algaeare rich in many unique components andhave very diverse nutritional and biologicalproperties. In plant growth, for example,some algae extracts contribute to both plantnutrition and health thanks to theirbiostimulant effects on one hand, and theireliciting properties on the other, leading tothe stimulation of plant defences. On theother hand, marine sulphatedpolysaccharides possess diverse biologicalproperties such as immunity enhancementthat can be used to improve animal healthand welfare. Their potential is huge! OlmixGroup has developed innovative andunique technologies to extract several activecomponents from macro-algae and developa full range of algae-based solutions at theservice of animals, plants and humans,” DrMatard-Mann said.Drawing the attention to Animal Care,

the plenary session started with the lectureof Dr Delphine Le Roux (ENVA Maison-Alfort), who focused her speech on theactors of immunity at the intestinal leveland the potential influence of nutrition onit. The immune system is a very complexorgansation, known as “GALT” (GutAssociated Lymphoid Tissue) in the intestine:“The immune system is very complex

and involves many mechanisms ofmaturation and communication betweencells, particularly at the level of theintestine. Some dietary compounds havethe capacity to interact with it and be usedas a very potent tool to better and saferraise animals. A targeted use of specificpolysaccharides can activate the immuneresponse; algae extracts are good candidateswith their content in unique activepolysaccharides. We count on the researchwork of Olmix Group to gain some moreknowledge in this area.”Dr Le Roux concluded her speech

highlighting that the “GALT guaranteesintestinal homeostasis, but cannot be

dissociated from the intestinal microbiotaand vice versa”.To underscore Le Roux’s speech, Mrs

Danièle Marzin (Marketing & InnovationDirector, Olmix Group), contributed to theprogramme through an overview of Olmix’snew alternative to reinforce animal’s naturaldefences, ‘Algimun’.“Algimun brings together two unique

specific Olmix marine algae extracts: MSP®BARRIER (patent pending) andMSP®IMMUNITY (patented by Olmix),acting respectively on intestinal mucosaintegrity and immune responsemodulation, properties which werescientifically proven in collaboration withINRA among others and that work insynergy in the intestine,” she said. Included in the animal’s feed, Algimun

allows to support animals’ natural defences,helping them to face daily challenges tosecure and optimise their growth whileimproving farm benefits!"If immunity was the topic to discuss

during the first half of the session, thesecond one was focused on the stillchallenging subject of mycotoxin risk. Inthis context, Dr Isabelle Oswald (INRAToxalim Toulouse) was the next to go onstage to deliver a presentation entitled‘Fusariotoxins and intestinal health’,where she shed light on the mainchallenges related to the presence ofmycotoxins in feeds.

Olmix CEO Hervé Balusson welcomes delegates at thefirst edition of Congrès AlgaSciences.

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THE FAO FOOD Price Index (FFPI)averaged 176.2 points in May 2018, up2.2 points (1.2 per cent) from April leveland hitting its highest level since October2017. The increase in May reflected acontinued steep rise in dairy pricequotations, while those of cereals alsorose, albeit at a slower pace. By contrast,vegetable oil and sugar markets remainedunder downward pressure whereas meatvalues changed little.The FAO Cereal Price Index averaged

172.9 points in May, 4.1 points (2.4 percent) above its April level. The indexcontinued on an upward path since thestart of this year, standing in May atalmost 17 per cent above itscorresponding value a year ago andreaching the highest level since January2015. Wheat values gained largely onconcerns over production prospects in anumber of major exporting countries. The FAO Vegetable Oil Price Index

averaged 150.6 points in May, down by 4points (2.6 per cent) month-on-month,marking a fourth consecutive decline anda 27-month low. The slide mainly reflects

weakening values of palm, soy andsunflower oils, whereas rapeseed oil pricesrebounded from their April’s multi-monthlow. As for palm oil, despite prospectiveproduction slowdowns in Southeast Asia,international prices fell due to sluggishglobal import demand.The FAO Dairy Price Index averaged

215.2 points in May, up 11 points (5.5

per cent) from April and marks the fourthmonth in a row for the index to rise. Theindex value stood at 11.5 per cent higherthan in May 2017, yet still 22 per centbelow the peak reached in February 2014.The FAO Meat Price Index averaged

169.6 points in May, marginally lowerthan in April. The small decline in theindex in May reflected the easing of pigmeat and ovine meat prices, while those ofpoultry meat rose slightly. Internationalprice quotations for pigmeat and ovinemeat weakened, on lower imports byChina in the case of pigmeat and on astronger US dollar for ovine meat.The FAO Sugar Price Index averaged

175.3 points in May, down slightly (0.5per cent) from April, marking the sixthconsecutive monthly decline. The latestdecrease in international sugar pricesmostly reflects expectations of a largesugarcane output as a result of favourableharvesting conditions that prevail in theCentre South region of Brazil. Concernsover a prolonged dryness affecting caneyields in some part of that region lackedstrength to reverse the market trend.

FOOD OUTLOOK

EXCELLENCE IN PORK production isall about raising the bar, whether it’s heavierweights, higher production or hardier pigs,and that’s what the Hypor Magnus is allabout. As packers move to heavier weights,producers must provide heavier carcasseswith more meat, without using moreresources to do it. Since the number offinishing spaces is limited, getting the mostmeat from each pig and each pig space inyour barn is vital. “When variation is high, your slow

growing pigs will reduce the number ofturns per year [days to market + days towash] for that barn,” said Carl Esau, keyaccount manager, Canada with Hypor. “By increasing daily gain and reducingvariation, the Magnus gives you moreconsistency and more turns per year, so youalways know what you can get out of yourbarn on a regular basis.”In side-by-side trials with other leading

competitors, the Hypor Magnus has fewerdays to market, more turns per year and agreater number of potential pigs placed. Aswell, since a faster growing pig spends fewerdays in the barn, it lowers overall rearingcosts. This can mean more than US$2.10per pig cost savings in rearing costs alone. Ifyou multiply that by the number of pigsthat move through your barn each year, itadds up to huge savings and a big boost toyour bottom line.

“A big part of TSP (Total SystemProfitability) is how much meat you canproduce per sow from the pigs she weans,”said Esau. “To maximise that, you needhigh daily gain and a minimum number oflow value pigs, and the Hypor Magnusgives you both. Of course, such a strongperforming sire line isn’t created overnight.The Hypor Magnus stems from a hugeinvestment of time and resources, but theresults are worth it. It’s exciting to see howthe Hypor Magnus has evolved andadvanced over the years,” said Esau. “Being able to produce pigs to heavier

weights and with high average daily gainthat doesn’t slow as the weight increases, is areal testament to the geneticists who madeit happen.” Hypor is one of the world's leading

suppliers of pig genetics committed toproviding superior genetics that supportsprofitability in the pork value chain.

Hypor Magnus: Maximised throughput for minimal cost

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What is a poultry probiotic?

POULTRY PROBIOTICS OR direct-fed microbials (DFM) arelive microorganisms that can be incorporated in diets in orderto: Populate the intestine with beneficial bacteria; modulatethe conditions within the gastrointestinal tract.

By adding probiotics to feed or water, the intestine is populatedwith beneficial bacteria avoiding or decreasing the extent of pathogencolonisation (Nurmi and Rantala, 1973). The efficacy of differentprobiotics has been demonstrated in modern poultry systems. Becauseantibiotics are being removed from the routine practices of animalhusbandry, probiotics are now considered a promising tool to preventpathogens from causing health and disease challenges.

Probiotic, prebiotic and synbioticProbiotics can be combined with prebiotics to nourish the beneficialbacteria and achieve better results. The probiotic plus prebioticcombination is known as a synbiotic.A prebiotic is a non-digestible additive often consisting of natural

dietary fibres such as fructooligsaccharides (FOS) that stimulate thegrowth and activity of beneficial bacteria in the colon, thusimproving host health (Gibson and Roberfroid, 1995).A synbiotic is a combination of probiotic and prebiotic

products (Patterson and Burkholder, 2003), often with the aim ofimproving efficacy. PoultryStar is an EU-authorised synbiotic(probiotic plus prebiotic).

How probiotics work against pathogensSeveral proposed mechanisms explain the mode of action ofprobiotics against pathogens, namely: 1. Competitive exclusion2. Bacteriocin production3. Immune stimulation4. Improvement on gut health and integrity

Probiotics competitively exclude pathogensCompetitive exclusion refers to the blockage of cellular receptors onthe luminal surface of epithelial cells, mechanically avoiding theentrance of pathogens. This can be supported by in vitro assays thatshow the capacity of selected probiotic bacteria to adhere to intestinalcells (Pascual et al., 1999; Ibnou-Zekri et al., 2002).Remarkably, the ability to attach to the surface of intestinal cells

varies among different strains of the same species of bacteria (Ibnou-Zekri et al., 2002). Competitive exclusion also considers the

consumption of available nutrients by beneficial bacteria limitingresources and space for pathogenic bacteria.

Probiotics can speed up the maturation of day-oldchicks’ developing immune systems and can be appliedthroughout a bird’s life to support gut health.

Probiotics can be combined with prebioticsto nourish the beneficial bacteria and achievebetter results.”


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Probiotics produce bacteriocins that target pathogensAnother mechanism that reduces bacterial viability is the productionof harmful substances that specifically target pathogens, like H2O2and bacteriocins (Oh et al., 2000; Gillor et al., 2008).Bacteriocins are amino acidic molecules that have bactericidal

properties on genetically related organisms. Several bacteriocins havebeen identified. Small bacteriocins tend to be heat-stable whereaslarge bacteriocins tend to be heat-labile.While described bacteriocins are mostly effective against Gram-

positive bacteria, there are some bacteriocins already described whichare effective against Gram-negative organisms (Ralph et al., 1995;Servin, 2004).Because of their amino acidic origin, bacteriocins are susceptible to

proteolytic enzymes. There is another group of non-acid substancesthat are resistant to heat and proteolytic enzymes and thus belong to adifferent category of inhibitory compounds produced by commensalbacteria. Most of these are not fully identified compounds but withestablished inhibitory activity against Clostridium‚ Bacteroides‚Enterobacteriaceae‚ Pseudomonas‚ Staphylococcus‚ andStreptococcus(Silva et al., 1987).

The right probiotics support the immune systemStimulation of the immune system, or immunomodulation, isanother theory that explains the efficacy of probiotics. The intestinaltract of newborns is basically sterile. Bacteria that first colonise thegut influence the gene expression of epithelial cells influencing inturn the subsequent bacterial colonisation of the intestine.As an immune organ, the intestine has a large component of

lymphoid tissue (GALT, or gut-associated lymphoid tissue) whichalso needs proper stimulation from commensal microorganisms formaturation.Chickens that have been immune stimulated with probiotics in the

diet have shown increased secretion of anti-clostridial IgA antibodies(Hamid et al., 2006). On the other hand, the intestine mustpeacefully coexist with commensal bacteria and antigens of alimentaryorigin (oral tolerance). In addition, non pathogenic bacteria are ableto send stimulatory signals to the enterocytes which limit theproduction of pro-inflammatory cytokines while promoting theproduction of anti-inflammatory cytokines (Neish et al., 2000). Thisobservation can be supported by germ-free mice that show continuousinflammation and inadequate immune responses against normaldietary antigens (Servin, 2004).

It should be noted that the immune-stimulatory function ofcommensal bacteria is strain specific and even closely related bacteriastimulate the immune system in different ways (Ibnou-Zekri et al.,2002). Theoretically, probiotics could achieve benefits by either pro-or anti-inflammatory effects. For example, in human medicine itcould be desired to reduce inflammation in patients undergoingchronic inflammation (Crohn’s disease). On the other hand,enhanced inflammation and direction of the immune system towards

the cellular component of the immune response may help fightingcoccidia in poultry.

Probiotics support epithelial cellsIn addition to the anti-pathogenic activity that probiotics have, it hasbeen demonstrated that indigenous bacteria of the intestine alsocontribute to the healthy development of epithelial cells. Actually,indigenous bacteria can stimulate enterocytes to produce and releaseactive gastrointestinal peptides that impact the regulation of epithelialstructure and intestinal endocrine cells (Servin, 2004). It is alsobecoming clear that commensal bacteria modulate gene expression ofepithelial cells influencing nutrient absorption, intestinal maturationand improvement of the mucosal barrier (Servin, 2004).Some strains of Lactobacillus are able to reduce the epithelial

invasion of enterohemorrhagic E. coli (EHEC) without decreasing theviability of the pathogen. Since this effect is only observed with liveLactobacillus, it is thought that it is the result of the interaction ofcommensal bacteria and intestinal epithelium that induces protectivechanges on the enterocytes interfering with the internalisation processof EHEC (Hirano et al., 2003). There is increasing evidence indicatingthat probiotics exert selective activation of certain epithelial genes.Similarly, the modulation of immune response obtained with probioticsseems to be strain-dependent (Didierlaurent et al., 2002).

Probiotics may do even moreOther mechanisms for the probiotic-induced inhibition of pathogenshave been studied. This is the case of intestinal pH reduction by theproduction and secretion of metabolites such as lactic acid (Fayol-Messaoudi et al., 2005). It has been suggested that lactic acidproduced by probiotic strains increases permeability in the outermembrane of gram-negative bacteria facilitating the diffusion ofantimicrobial compounds produced by probiotics and by the host’sepithelium (Alakomi et al., 2000). In addition, production andrelease of other endogenous metabolites that may bring positivebenefits yet to discover. �

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Stimulation of the immune system, orimmunomodulation, is another theory thatexplains the efficacy of probiotics.”



The effects of poultry probiotics are particularly important for young animals inwhich stable intestinal bacteria have not yet been established

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INDO LIVESTOCK Expo & Forum highlights• Targeted audience • Wide reach• Regional buyers • End users

A total of 10,479 trade visitors registered for Indo Livestock 2017Surabaya and 14,890 trade visitors registered for Indo Livestock 2016 Jakarta. �

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INDO LIVESTOCK EXPO & Forum is Indonesia’s number oneevent bringing together international livestock, feed, dairy andfisheries industries under one roof. The expo, scheduled to takeplace on 4-6 July 2018 at Jakarta Convention Center, Jakarta, is

the go-to event for decision makers and buyers from multipleindustries across Asia.

The exhibition is anticipating a footfall to the tune of 15,000 in2018. The expo has also lined up 500 exhibitors from 40 countriesand 10 country pavilions including China, Europe, South Korea,Taiwan, Thailand, The Netherlands, United Kingdom, United Statesof America, Turkey and Indonesia.

Indo Livestock Expo is South East Asia’s most important tradeshow incorporating the animal feed industry (Indo Feed Expo &Forum), the dairy industry (Indo Dairy Expo & Forum) and thefisheries industry (Indo Fisheries Expo & Forum).

The expo will hold 95 technical presentations and 12 seminarsdesigned to provide in-depth knowledge and innovative solutions totackle the pain points crippling the above sectors.

With over 15 years of nurturing important industryrelationships to deliver high-value leads, Indo Livestock Expo &Forum attracts professionals working across livestock, feed, dairyand fisheries industries.

Why INDO LIVESTOCK Expo & Forum• The expo is the most complete Biennial industry event coveringlivestock, feed and meat processing industries

• High-end players from Indonesia and the ASEAN region includingregulators and decision makers

• INDO LIVESTOCK is a strictly business-to-business trade showfocusing on the livestock and feed industry.

• Participants include the who's who of livestock, feed and meat pro-cessing industries

• 15,000 delegates including veterinarians, feed millers, farmers,meat processors, consultants, retailers, distributors and agents

• Unstinting support from the Indonesian authorities, institutionsand international publications

• More than 95 technical presentations and 12 seminars• INDO LIVESTOCK is perfectly timed to capitalise on growingbusiness opportunities in Indonesia

INDO LIVESTOCK 2018 is the preferred venue for buyersto source new technology and equipment.

Indo Livestock 2017 Expo & Forum in Surabaya.

INDO LIVESTOCK Expo Forum attractsprofessionals working across livestock, feed,dairy and fisheries industries.”

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Horti Asia, AGRITECHNICA ASIA aimto boost productivity in agri sector

'SOLUTIONS FORHORTICULTURE andAgricultural Industries' is thetheme of co-located expos, Horti

ASIA and AGRITECHNICA ASIA, set totake place at Hall 98A-B, Bangkok'sInternational Trade & Exhibition Centre(BITEC) from 22-24 August. The eventsare powerful platforms for global expertsfrom manufacturing, research and academiato share knowledge and advice on newtechniques and technology to boostproductivity in Asian agribusiness.

Ministry of Agriculture andCooperatives of Thailand is focusing onimproving agricultural production andpromoting agricultural mechanisation toreduce the labour requirement and increaseefficiency in the sector.

As rice is by far the country’s mostimportant crop, rice transplanters is apromising segment in the country’sagricultural equipment market. Greenhousesand greenhouse technology, meanwhile, is indemand from specialist horticulturalbusinesses as they compete for a share in thegrowing global food market.

Systems & ComponentsThis year, AGRITECHNICA ASIA willinclude the Systems & Components Asiaexhibition – an international platform toshowcase the latest developments inengines, hydraulics, axles, gearboxes, cabins

and other components of agriculturalmachinery and related industries. Systems& Components Asia will be a meetingpoint for visitors involved with research anddevelopment, procurement and purchasingfrom the original equipment manufacturersin the off-highway sector.

Horti ASIA is the region’s leading eventfor horticultural professionals, and for 2018the organisers have joined forces with theInternational Society for HorticulturalScience (ISHS) to pave the way forcollaborative education and to build aknowledge platform for the horticulturalsector in Asia.

International governments andassociations that already confirmed asparticipants in the exhibitions this yearinclude: the Thailand Ministry ofAgriculture and Cooperatives; InternationalSociety for Horticultural Science (ISHS);Thai Society of Agricultural Engineering(TSAE); Regional Council of AgriculturalMachinery Associations in Asia and thePacific (ReCAMA); International Rice

Research Institute (IRRI); HorticultureScience Society of Thailand; South Korea’sFoundation of Agriculture TechnologyCommercialization and Transfer; Embassyof The Netherlands; and Embassy of theFederal Republic of Germany.

Top companies that confirmedparticipation in AGRITECHNICA ASIAinclude: AGCO Holding (Singapore) Pte.Limited; Röhren- und Pumpenwerk BauerGmbH; Celikel Tarim Makineleri San. VeTic. Ltd. Sti.; FLIEGL AgrartechnikGmbH; KUHN S.A.; Maschio GaspardoS.p.A.; Minos Agricultural Machinery;PÖTTINGER Landtechnik GmbH; andJiangsu World Agricultural Machinery. Andat Horti ASIA, visitors will meet: YaraThailand; Priva International Beijing Ltd.;East-West Seed International Limited;Xarvio (Bayer AG); and Richel Group.

“It is a great opportunity to bring end-users, manufacturers and potential suppliersfrom the Asian region together at onevenue,” said TC Truesdell, director of globalmarketing communications atPÖTTINGER Landtechnik GmbH.

The managing director of Yara Thailand,Mehdi Saint-André, agreed. “We are veryexcited to join this year to play an active roletowards Thailand 4.0 agricultural sectormodernisation, and collaborate with othervalue chain players to improve farmers’efficiency and sustainability throughknowledge, innovation and digitalsolutions,” he said. �

More info: www.agritechnica-asia.com andwww.horti-asia.com. Ph: 662-670-0900

Horti ASIA and AGRITECHNICA ASIA will take place at Bangkok’s International Trade& Exhibition Centre (BITEC) from 22-24 August 2018.

AGRITECHNICA ASIA hasestablished itself as ‘the tradefair’ for agricultural machineryin the Asia-Pacific region.”


Demand for tractors isparticularly strong as

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In-line real time dry mattercompensation during batching

MOISTURE LOSS OR “shrinkage” isa persisting problem plaguing thelivestock and aqua feed industries.The raw materials used in the feed

milling have different moisture profile andit varies during storage and processing.

Nutrient giveawayDuring the feed formulation process,nutritionists typically assign a moisturevalue to each ingredient to express thenutritional content. This in turn willdetermine the relative value of the rawmaterials used in cost-effective feedformulation. Usually, the moisture value isarrived at by running analytical tests duringthe receiving of raw material, storage and/orprior to the manufacturing process.However, such testing is typically doneoffline, i.e., by taking samples to the lab.This poses two major concerns: 1) Theaccuracy of the result is suspect as sampling,sample storage and sample preparation are

prone to human error as well as toenvironment-induced changes in thesample’s physical state during the process.2) It is also hard to determine howrepresentative the sample is. In addition,moisture loss happens during grinding andbefore the grains are prepared for batching.The “real” moisture value at the thresholdof production process is frequently lowerthan the one determined by lab tests andassigned to the material during theformulation process. This discrepancyresults in the quantity of dry matterweighed during the batching process being

higher than the quantity dictated by theformula. The process is referred as nutrientgiveaway and directly impacts the nutrientdensity of the finished feed resulting instock losses and higher feed costs.

In-line moisture measurementThe first step to address this problem is tohave the ability to monitor moisture in realtime with high precision in the process line.Unfortunately, traditional methods of in-line testing for moisture are not suitable forthree main reasons. First, the difficulty tocollect umpteen number of samplesrequired throughout the process on acontinual basis. Second, the samplingmethod and time delay before analysis andthird, the speed and accuracy of theanalytical methods being used.

Agentis Innovations has joined handswith a leading Thai feed manufacturer todevelop unique in-line technologies to finda way around these issues. The newtechnology can generate moisture data inreal time and also capture and process datato activate automated process controlsystems with the ability to make real time

Moisture content influences nutrient density, operational throughput, feedquality and profitability. Yiannis Christodoulou and Erfan Shahkar write.

Raw materials used infeed milling have differentmoisture profile and it variesduring storage & processing.”


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changes within the feed production process. One of the systems the Agentis

Innovations has developed is commerciallyknown as the M007 Dry MatterCompensation System. The system usesadvanced algorithms and the latest incomputer technology, intelligentprogramming, and microwave resonatorsensor technology to deliver real time andin-line dry matter adjustments duringbatching.

In-line real time dry matter compensationUsing the real time moisture data generatedby the sensor component of the M007 DryMatter Compensation system, the M007software directs the batching logiccontroller to automatically correct thedosing weights in real time. Thiscompensates any moisture variation thatmay exist prior to mixing and results in aconsistent feed. Compensation for the drymatter that is spared is achieved throughthe automatic addition of water or othermaterials in real time. This sophisticated

and intelligent system identifies eachformulation and its original dry mattertarget for each specified raw material. Theauto corrections are real time, meaning thesystem will perform this action for everybatch of feed produced. More importantly,any auto weight corrections are completedwithout any delay to the usual batchingprocess. All changes made to the rawmaterial by the system are captured, storedand reported for verification, traceabilityand stock reconciliation purposes.

Other applications As the M007 Dry Matter Compensationsystem is suitable for pre-grind feed millconfigurations, other similar M007 Systemshave also been developed for post-grindmills. One such system is the M007 Mixersystem which is programmed to achieve thetarget moisture level before conditioning. Itdoes this by monitoring the moisture levelof mash post mixer, or immediately beforeconditioning, and applying an automatedcontrol function to add the appropriateamounts of water to the mixer or steam tothe conditioner.

The M007 system and technology nowprovides the feed industry with a newinnovative feed processing solution for thecontrol of moisture loss in process. It notonly allows for in-line real time accuratemoisture measurement but also, through itssoftware component, the means toautomate processes for optimisations of feedmoisture for the betterment of feed quality,stock control, process efficiency and overallfeed mill economics. �

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EVERY CROP HAS essential nutrient requirements for propergrowth and development and oil palm is no exception. Plantnutrition is all about balance. A specific nutrient needs to besupplied at a particular level, not only in its own right but also

in relation to other nutrients. For instance soils with an excess of ironmay limit the availability of sulphur.

Oil palm clearly requires more nitrogen than aluminium but ifaluminium becomes available in just moderate amounts thenphytotoxic effects causing crop damage may ensue. The otheraspect of balance relates to replenishment of nutrients lost fromthe soil by run off and leaching, but also through biomass removalduring agronomic practices such as leaf pruning and particularlyharvesting of the fruit bunches. This avenue of nutrient loss can be

kept to a minimum by recycling as much of the oil palm debrisand tissue as possible. For instance, if shed male flowers andpruned old leaves are left on top of the soil they are quicklybroken down and the nutrients within recycled. Similarly bunchstalks should be left behind at harvest, but removal of the fruits forprocessing clearly removes a huge store of nutrients. That lossmust be re-introduced into the oil palm ecosystem by measuredfertiliser application based on requirements as determined by soiltesting and foliar (leaf ) analysis.

Oil palm along with all other green plants has nutrientrequirements as follows:

Insufficient amount of nutrients will stop growth, reduceyield and in acute circumstances cause deficiencysymptoms. Dr Terry Mabbett writes.

Phosphorus specifically promotes rootdevelopment and is closely involved in the wholereproductive process.”



Oil palm carries large quanti-ties of potassium particularlyin the stalks, fibres and shells.

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• Macronutrients – nitrogen (N), phosphorous (P), potassium (K).These three which are generally required in the greatest amountsare applied as ‘single source’ fertilisers (e.g. urea and calcium phos-phate) or as NPK composites, the exact ratio of N, P and K dependon crop requirement as related to stage of growth and development.

• Mesonutrients (or secondary nutrients) include sulphur (S), cal-cium (Ca), magnesium (Mg). They are required in substantialamounts but nowhere near as large as N, P and K and thereforemay warrant a separate category.

• Micronutrients – iron (Fe), zinc (Zn), copper (Cu), manganese(Mn), aluminium (Al), boron (B), molybdenum (Mo), chlorine(Cl). Alternatively called trace elements because they are only re-quired in the tiniest quantities.Other soil-sourced elements which are not essential but which

may be beneficial are sodium (Na), silcon (Si) and cobalt (Co).Carbon and oxygen are derived from carbon dioxide and hydrogenand more oxygen directly from the water molecule.

MacronutrientsNitrogen - Nitrogen, which mostly enters the plant as the solublenitrate ion (NO3-) is a building block for tissue growth. Nitrogen isan integral part of every amino acid, and therefore plant proteins, anda core component of key molecules including chlorophyll and nucleicacids. Without nitrogen there is no growth and no yield. Deficiencyin nitrogen first shows as a discolouration of young oil palm fronds,which lose their healthy dark green colour and start to yellow (chlorosis).As the deficiency takes hold, older leaves start to yellow as well, andreduced growth and production becomes apparent. Deficiency innitrogen is caused by a number of factors, which include: • poor drainage and waterlogged soil• inherently infertile soils exhausted by previous agricultural activity, • failure to properly establish leguminous cover crops (e.g Puerariaphaseoloides and Centrosema pubescens) which boost suppliesthrough nitrogen fixation as well as preventing soil erosion

• excessive competition from aggressive weeds like the grass Imperata cylindricaIf correction or alleviation of the above constraints has no

effect, application of nitrogen fertiliser as urea or ammoniumsulphate is required.

Potassium - Oil palm carries large quantities of potassiumparticularly in the stalks, fibres and shells and thereforecorrespondingly large amounts are removed at harvest. Potassium hasa crucial role to play in oil palm metabolism with a direct effect onthe functioning of the chlorophyll molecule in photosynthesis. Inaddition, potassium ions control the stomatal opening and thereforethe controlled entry of carbon dioxide for photosynthesis and thecontrolled loss of water. For this reason the potassium ion iscommonly called the ‘gatekeeper’ and plays a key role in tolerance todrought and the effects of wilt disease caused by fungal pathogenssuch as fusarium oxysporum var elaeidis.

Potassium deficits show up quickly as loss of yield but severeshortfalls also cause deficiency symptoms in the leaves. These showfirstly as a slight but perceptible loss of green leaf colour turning paleyellow with time or the development of orange coloured spots, whichgradually coalesce. Symptoms appear on the lower and intermediateleaves and indicate a potassium content which has dipped below thecritical level of 0.6 per cent. Cause of potassium deficiency isinadequate soil potassium concentration, a perpetual problem in

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tropical soils exhausted by continual cropping and leaching by heavyrainfall. Supplementation with potassium fertiliser is the answer, butsome soils are vulnerable to compaction at quite shallow depths fromthe addition of potassium as a single high dose.

PhosphorusPhosphorus is a key component in many of the biochemicals involvedin cellular respiration and nutrition (e.g. ATP – Adenosinetriphosphate). Phosphorous deficiencies have a rapid and fundamentaleffect on plant growth and yield. Phosphorus specifically promotesroot development and is closely involved in the whole reproductiveprocess including fertilisation, seed set and fruit development. Low soilavailability is usually the cause of phosphorus deficiency, which can becorrected by applying a quick-acting fast-release fertiliser like triplesuper-phosphate, or one with a slow-release profile depending on thestructure and demands of different soils.

Oil palm carries large quantities of potassiumparticularly in the stalks, fibres and shells andtherefore correspondingly large amounts areremoved at harvest.”


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MesonutrientsMagnesiumMagnesium forms the structural framework of the chlorophyllmolecule and any deficiency is seen long before yield begins to suffer.Yellowing of the leaf is most acute and obvious at the margins of theplot where leaves are exposed to the most sunshine.

In addition to deficiencies caused by a primary lack of magnesiumin the soil, secondary deficiencies occur after excessive applications ofpotassium, which affects the availability of magnesium to oil palm.

ChlorineIn most crops chlorine is one of the least important nutrients but inoil palm it has a particularly important role in proper maturation ofthe palm fruits. Deficiencies reduce production by affecting theweight and numbers of fruit available for harvest as well as theweight of the kernel. Chlorine deficiency only becomes a realproblem in land away from sea salt (sodium chloride) which iscarried in the air. Often there is enough chlorine in potassiumfertiliser (potassium chloride) to prevent problems occurring.

Sulphur and calciumSulphur is an important component of several essential amino acids(methionine and cysteine) but is rarely deficient except in youngplants in sulphur-exhausted ferrallite soils having high iron content.Calcium is important for root development and meristem (thegrowing point) activity but deficiencies have never been documented.

MicronutrientsAluminium, copper and boronAluminium is required in trace amounts but can become a problemin acid soils. Low pH increases solubility causing aluminium ions tobuild up in the roots with phytotoxic and growth arresting resultconsequences. Alleviate the problem by liming the soil (addingcalcium carbonate) to raise pH.

Copper is essential for the proper working of enzymes involved inphotosynthesis. Though only needed in small amounts, deficiencies

rapidly show as reduced growth and chlorosis of the middle part ofthe crown. The problem can be corrected with sprays of blue coppersulphate but strictly at an appropriate concentration because coppersulphate is highly soluble and therefore toxic to many plants whenapplied above a certain level.

Although boron is the least well understood of the trace elementsa deficiency will have marked effects including deformed youngleaves commonly called ‘fishbone’ leaf or ‘little’ leaf. They becomeelongated, shaped like bayonets or corrugated, with the petiole,rachis and leaflets grossly shortened. Untreated deficiency willprogress into bud rot and tree mortality. Correct with Borax at a doseof 30g around the base of each young tree.

Iron, zinc and manganeseIron has a vital role in respiration as a co-factor for enzymes in theKrebs cycle but deficiencies are rarely a problem even though typicaltropical soils are not over-endowed with iron. Similarly manganese isa co-factor for enzymes that drive photosynthesis but field problemshave yet to be recorded. Zinc has an important role in auxin (a planthormone) metabolism and if deficiency occurs it can be correctedwith applications of zinc sulphate, which is rapidly absorbed andutilised by young oil palm

Foliar analysisDeficiency symptoms are only an indication of nutrient shortfall. Soiltesting will tell you the concentration of nutrient in the soil butmuch of this may not be available to the plant. The only way todetermine whether your oil palms have the correct levels of nutrientsis to carry out foliar analysis.

Foliar analysis is not usually employed until the trees are threeyears old. Samples should be taken at the beginning of the dry seasonor during periods of low rainfall, and not for 48 hours after rainfall.Reliable results require a sampling size of up to four trees per 100,depending on age, uniformity of the area with regard to soil type andfertility, and the varieties of palm that have been planted.

In order to make meaningful comparisons throughout the life ofthe trees, leaf samples should always be taken from the same trees.Select trees of the same variety and age, and take leaves from thesame position on each.

Generally speaking, the sample should comprise at least 100leaflets – four from each of 25 trees with the same number leafsampled on all 25 trees.

The exact position of the leaf to be sampled will depend on age oftree with leaf nine, and leaf 17 for, respectively, trees at two-threeyears and three years and older. Leaflets are selected from a positionone third back from the tip of the frond (leaf ). Four leaflets perleaf/tree are picked by taking two lower tier (ranked) leaflets and twoupper tier leaflets. The two-tier ranking of leaflets on the palm leaf,in which adjacent leaflets are attached at slightly different levels onthe rachis gives the oil palm frond its ragged appearance which is notseen in other palms like coconut. �

The only way to determine whether your oilpalms have the correct levels of nutrients is tocarry out foliar analysis.”

Considerable amounts of nutrient are removed from the oil palm monoculture whenfruit bunches are harvested and taken off site for processing.



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Intake in dairy cows: The influenceof palatability and fibre digestion

THE GOAL OF all dairy operations inthe world is to maximise milkproduction in a cost-effective mannerwhile sustaining the health and welfare

of the animals. To minimise productioncosts, it is important to maximise feedefficiency and nutrient utilisation with lesstoll on the environment, especially duringearly lactation. The intense genetic selectionfor higher milk production during the pastdecades has resulted in increased geneticpotential for milk yield in the modern dairycow. But high producing dairy cows in earlylactation fail to consume enough feed tofulfill their energy requirements andconsequently suffer from nutritional and

metabolic disorders that compromise theirhealth, fertility and longevity.

In ruminants, DMI (dry matter intake) is,in addition to metabolic constraints, afunction of the balance between eatingmotivation, which is strongly related topalatability, on one hand and rumen capacity

on the other. Therefore, increasing DMIcould be achieved by either improvingpalatability or increasing rumen capacity orboth. Rumen capacity is related to the rate ofclearance of material, mainly fibre from therumen, which is the summation of both ratesof degradation and passage. A fast rate ofremoval of fibre from the rumen increases itscapacity to hold more material and delaysrumen fill signals, encouraging the animals toconsume more and thus have a higher DMI.Palatability is mainly a function of flavourand taste, which arise from certaincompounds in the feed, especially water-soluble carbohydrates (WSC).

Feed intake in ruminants is controlledby both physical and physiological factors.Physical factors include the cow’s rumenholding capacity (rumen fill) for dry matteror fibre. Physiological factors include end

Cattle have been shown to be sensitive to the same principal flavours (sweet,sour, salt and bitter) as humans, but they have different sensation thresholds

Palatability is mainly afunction of flavour and taste,which arise from certaincompounds in the feed.”


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products of rumen fermentation andintestinal digestion, rumen pH andosmolality, hormones secreted by theendocrine system such as insulin andglucagon, or secreted by the gastrointestinaltract such as gastrin and cholecystokinin. Asenergy density in the ration increases andfibre content decreases, physical factors poseless of a constraint on feed intake andphysiological factors become moreimportant in regulating feed intake.Therefore, the intake of low to mediumquality ration may be limited mainly bydistension and fill of the rumen, but whenhigh quality ration is fed, additional factors,mainly physiological, may becomeimportant in signalling satiety andconsequently limit intake.

Within this framework, many factorsrelated to rumen function could influenceDMI. Anything that increases the rate ofbreakdown of fibre in the rumen would beexpected to increase the throughput.Moreover, anything that contributes to thedilution of fermentation end products in therumen would also be expected to increaseintake at a given concentration level thatwould signal satiety. Improving microbialactivity in the rumen, loosening plant cellwall structure, increasing saliva flow and thefrequency and strength of rumencontractions could positively influence DMI.

Palatability is a major determinant ofwhat and how much a healthy non-starvedruminant will eat. Palatability includes alloral pharyngeal and olfactory sensationsarising from the feed such as flavour, taste,smell and texture but does not include anyof its post-ingestive effects. Flavour andtaste provide the primary information forfood preference, tolerance or rejection, whilevisual and olfactory messages function assecondary re-inforcers. Cattle have beenshown to be sensitive to the same principalflavours (sweet, sour, salt and bitter) ashumans, but they have different sensationthresholds. Feeds with strong bitter, saltyand sour flavours were avoided by cattle orhad reduced intakes, indicating that theseflavours negatively influenced the

palatability of the feed. Numerous authorshave reported the relation between sweetfeedstuffs and increased intake inruminants.

Ruminant animals have the ability toassociate flavours with post-ingestiveconsequences. Such associations with acertain flavour can ultimately cause theformation of feed preference or aversions. Inmany studies, when feed was flavoured andpaired with a toxin, animals rejected theflavour even when it was no longer pairedwith the toxin. In one study, sheep were fedfeed flavoured with orange or aniseed withor without a toxin. Aversion to the flavourpaired with toxin persisted up to 60 daysafter the final administration of the toxin. Inanother study, sheep that had previouslybeen administered LiCl, a non-lethal poison,with a feed containing a specific flavouravoided that flavour even when it was nolonger paired with LiCl. On the other hand,when a certain flavour was infused withadditional energy, lambs consumed more ofthe same feed even when it was no longerlaced with the additional energy. Similarly,when paired with a certain flavour with apositive nutritional consequence, such as alarge amount of starch, lambs wouldconsume high amounts and that preferencefor that flavour persisted even when therewas no longer a nutritional benefit and thestarch content had decreased.

Based on the above studies, combiningpalatability additives with rumen modifyingadditives could offer a great opportunity tomodulate and improve DMI in dairy cowsand other ruminants. Palatability additiveswould provide improvement in the sensorycharacteristics of the ration, while rumenmodifiers would improve and optimise

rumen function and fibre digestion sendingpositive post-ingestive signals and re-enforcing the positive effect on DMI. Thisidea of working simultaneously onpalatability using flavour enhancers or GITmodifiers can contribute greatly to improvingintake when changes in the ration areintroduced or when novel feeds and/orrelatively unpalatable feeds are used.

In a recent study, the effect of addingAroma Fruity or Gusti-Plus (Nutriad’sspecialty flavours for dairy cows) to pelletedcompound feed fed in the milking robot atthree farms was evaluated. The experimentconsisted of three phases, the first phase offour weeks was considered as the blankmeasurement with no flavour added to thepellet, the second phase of eight weeks,flavour additive was added (at 350 g/tonnefeed) to the pelleted feed fed in the robot,and the third phase of four weeks wasconsidered as the post aroma period.Average 305 milk yield at those farm rangedfrom 9,000 to 10,000 kg/cow, and cowswere fed a maize-based ration (>60 per centmaize silage in the basal ration). The resultsshowed that in phase two, when AromaFruity or Gusti-Plus were added to thecompound feed fed in the robot, thenumber of milkings per cow increased from2.4 to 2.8 times per day. This 15 per centincrease in milking number led to 0.9 kgincrease in milk yield per cow per day and 6per cent improvement in feed efficiency. Inanother study, the effect of adding Nutri-Ferm Prime (Nutriad’s specialty DFM) todifferent rations based on alfalfa and grasshay or grass and maize silage led to seven toten per ent improvement in NDF and OMdigestibility and six per cent improvementin feed efficiency. �

Sweeteners have potentialto enhance palatability at highconcentrations and thusincrease DMI.”

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New Holland introduces TC5.50combine & T6050 tractor in Thailand

THE TC5.30 COMBINE and the T6050 tractor are the newestadditions to New Holland’s product offering for Thai customers.The two machines are being showcased in response to thegrowing needs of local customers in the market. Duanghathai

Phongsaphan, country manager at CNH Industrial Thailand,commented: “New Holland’s presence at SIMA ASEAN is areminder that productivity can only be maximised if farmers have thebest equipment to work with. The latest additions to our productrange show that New Holland is able to meet the needs of every kind

of farm and that we are committed to being a long-term partner inthe development of the country’s agricultural mechanisation.”

TC5.30 combine delivers high profitabilityThe new TC5.30 combine is the first multi-crop combine of its kindto be offered in Thailand. This machine is designed for impressiveperformance with a wide variety of crops (including paddy rice, withtracks-ready version available) in even the toughest workingconditions. The TC5.30 delivers best in-class capacity, premiumgrain quality, plus outstanding fuel efficiency and low ownershipcosts for high profitability. When combined with the 15-foot high-capacity grain header, the TC5.30 maintains high daily output withfirst-class harvesting performance. The combine’s optional three-drum technology, with Rotary Separator and Multi-Thresh™ concave,increases separation capacity even in difficult crops with long andgreen straw, and the standard double-cascade cleaning shoe ensuresextraordinary cleaning capacity and excellent grain samples in allcrops. For convenient operation, the large, 3000-litre graintankextends in-field autonomy.

By expanding its line-up, New Holland aimsto meet the growing needs of customers andpromote agricultural mechanisation in Thailand.”


The new TC5.30 combine is the firstmulti-crop combine of its kind to be

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T6000 Series tractor: perfect for heavy-duty operationsT6000 Series tractors offer proven performance in a value packageand are a natural choice for both arable and livestock farming. Theyare perfect for heavy-duty jobs, such as tillage ploughing on dry landfor crops such as sugar, cassava, potatoes, and maize, as well as beingwell-suited to pulling balers. The T6000 Series complements rawpower with superior control, with the latest electronic conveniencesand push-button simplicity. The model being introduced toThailand, the T6050, has a 128 hp 6.7-litre six-cylinder diesel enginewith intercooled turbocharger.New Holland Agriculture’s heritage stretches back to 1895. Since

then, its history has been one marked by continuous innovation anddedication to making agriculture easier and more productive for theworld’s farmers. Founders include Henry Ford, the man whomechanised global agriculture and brought agricultural tractors to themasses. More than 100 years have passed since the first Ford tractor,the Fordson Model F, entered production in 1917. This represents animportant milestone for the entire history of farm tractordevelopment. New Holland Agriculture has collected, passed on anddeveloped Henry Ford’s revolutionary ideas in agriculturalmechanisation and today farmers around the world continue tobenefit from more than a century of agricultural machineryknowledge and expertise. New Holland Agriculture can trace itsorigins in South East Asian markets back to 1927, when the first

Fordson tractor was imported to Malaysia, and first entered the Thaimarket in 1952. Since then, New Holland has established a positivebrand presence in the region by ensuring its machines are efficient,productive and serve the growing needs of South East Asian farmerswho can benefit from a century of tractor knowhow, put at theservice of modern agriculture. In 2017, New Holland further strengthened its presence in

Thailand with the opening of the new CNH Industrial legal entity inBangkok’s Bang Na district. �

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FEED AND GRAINBUYERS’ GUIDESection One - Supplier listings by categoriesSection Two - List of suppliersSection Three - Contact details of agents in Asia

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PLEASE MENTION FAR EASTERN AGRICULTURE WHEN CONTACTING YOUR SUPPLIERS

Additives and raw materialsAmino AcidsEurofeed Technologies S.p.ANutriad InternationalSeah International (Qingdao)Co., Ltd.

Antibiotics & AnticoccidialsEurofeed Technologies S.p.ANutriad International

Boiler & Steam SystemsAWILA® Anlagenbau GmbH

ConditionersAWILA® Anlagenbau GmbH

CookersAWILA® Anlagenbau GmbH

Fats & OilsEurofeed Technologies S.p.ANutriad International

FeedersAWILA® Anlagenbau GmbH

Feed EnzymesEurofeed Technologies S.p.ANutriad International

Industrial Co-ProductsNutriad InternationalSeah International (Qingdao)Co., Ltd.

Unipoint AG

Microbial & FermentationProductsEurofeed Technologies S.p.ANutriad InternationalSeah International (Qingdao)Co., Ltd.

Milk ProductsNutriad International

MineralsEurofeed Technologies S.p.ANutriad InternationalSeah International (Qingdao)Co., Ltd.

Unipoint AG

Molasses ProductsNutriad International

Mold & Mycotoxin ControlProductsEurofeed Technologies S.p.ANutriad InternationalUnipoint AG

Phytogenic Feed AdditivesEurofeed Technologies S.p.A

Leiber GmbHNutriad International

PremixesEurofeed Technologies S.p.ANutriad InternationalUnipoint AG

Protein ProductsEurofeed Technologies S.p.ANutriad InternationalSeah International (Qingdao)Co., Ltd.

Specialty IngredientsEurofeed Technologies S.p.ALeiber GmbHNutriad International

VitaminsEurofeed Technologies S.p.ANutriad International

Automation and controlComputer SoftwareAutomationFormat Solutions

Computer Software –Formulation, RationOptimization & ModellingFormat Solutions

Computer Software –Integrated BusinessSoftwareFormat Solutions

Process Control SystemsFormat Solutions

Machinery and equipment Hammer MillsAWILA® Anlagenbau GmbH

Mixers & BlendersAWILA® Anlagenbau GmbH

Liquid ApplicationEquipment/SystemsAWILA® Anlagenbau GmbH

Pelleting EquipmentAWILA® Anlagenbau GmbH

Quality controlRecipe management &OptimizationFormat Solutions

Safety and environmentBiosecurity, Cleaning &Sanitation ProductsEurofeed Technologies S.p.A

AWILA® Anlagenbau GmbHDillen 1, Lastrup49688GermanyTel: +49 4472 8920Fax: +49 4472 892220Web: www.awila.deE-mail: [email protected]

Planning, design and erection ofturn-key feed mills, grain siloplants, mineral and vitaminpremixing and dosing systems,pasteurising systems, biofuelprocessing equipment.Production of intakes, conveyor-systems, storage systems, mills,mixers, presses, coolers,conditioners and controlsystems.

Eurofeed Technologies S.p.AVia L. Einaudi, 12Brandico (BS)25030ItalyTel: +39 030 6864682/9973064Fax: +39 030 6866560Web: www.eurofeed.itE-mail: [email protected]

Eurofeed Technologies Spa isthat produces in Italy and tradesfeed additives all over the world.We’re GMP + Certified. Eurofeed’portfolio includes: Acidifiers,Antimicrobials, Antioxidants,Aromas, Energising, Enzymes,Growth Promoter, Herbam Line,Mold-Inhibitors, MycotoxinBinders, Natural DiarrhoeaPrevention, Nucleotides, OrganicTrace Elements, Pellet Binders,Sanitizing, Vegetable ProteinConcentrates and Vitamins.

Format SolutionsAbbey HouseFarnboroughHampshiregu14 7NAUnited KingdomTel: +44 1483 726081Website: formatsolutions.comEmail: [email protected]

Leiber GmbHHafenstr. 24Bramsche49565GermanyTel: +49 5461 9303-0Fax: +49 5461 9303-29Web: Ieibergmbh.deE-mail: [email protected]

Agents: Thailand - Leiber GmbH

Nutriad InternationalSchietstandlaan 2Turnhout2300BelgiumTel: +32 52 409596Fax: +32 52 409587Web: www.nutriad.comE-mail: [email protected]

Nutriad, headquartered inBelgium, is an industry-leadingspecialist in the development,manufacturing and marketing oflivestock and aqua feedadditives worldwide. Nutriad’sapplication programmes arefocused on improving feedutilisation, maintainingnutritional quality, preventingdiseases, securing safe feed andimproving palatability. Visit thewebsite for more information.

Agents: China - Nutriad International

Seah International (Qingdao)Co., Ltd.Room 1208, 16 - JiaShandong RoadQingdao, ChinaTel: +8653280925088Fax: +8653280925089Web: http://www.seahqd.cn/E-mail: [email protected]

Supply Various Vegetableproteins, Animal proteins, ProteinHydrolysates, Myco proteins,Seaweed, Amino Acids, Additives

Unipoint AGGewerbestrasse 28475 OssingenSwitzerlandTel: +41 52 305 2041Web: www.unipoint.chEmail: [email protected]

Klinofeed, the unique feedadditive with a high effect asmycotoxin and ammoniumbinder. Klinofeed is also a highlyeffective pellet binder. Klinofeedis registered in Europe (1g568).

XINXIANG HEXIE FEED MA-CHINERY MANUFACTURINGCO., LTDJicheng Industrial ZoneXinxiang City, CHINATel : +86-3808315Fax : +86-4090312Email : [email protected] : www.hxfeedmill.com

Established in 1992,Professional in Feed Machinerymanufacturing, Durproductsincludes Hammer mill, Mixer,Pellet mill Automatic feed line.

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ChinaNutriad InternationalTel: +86 21 61353890Web: www.nutriad.comE-mail: [email protected]

ThailandLeiber GmbHTel: +66 610 132 333Web: http://www.leibergmbh.deE-mail: [email protected]

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Send this form together with your remittance to:Far Eastern Agriculture, University House, 11-13 Lower Grosvenor Place, London, SW1W 0EX, UK. Tel: +44 (0) 20 7834 7676 Fax: +44 (0) 20 7973 0076

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