January 21, 2013

EU feed output to stabilise for 2013

EU feed output is expected to remain stable for 2013 as lower demand from the pig sector is compensated by a rising demand for cattle feed, according to new industry forecasts.

The European Compound Feed Manufacturers' Federation (FEFAC) said it expects pig feed production to fall by 1% in 2013 amid uncertainty over the implementation of new group-housing requirements for sows.