In this insightful episode of Feed & Grain Podcast, host Steven Kilger sits down with Lara Moody, executive director of the Institute for Feed Education and Research (IFEEDER), and Dr. Yuan-Tai Hung, senior manager of Research at IFEEDER, to explore the organization’s recent growth and expanded research initiatives. They discuss key reports released over the past year, including feed ingredient consumption, pet food ingredients, and a strategic assessment of vitamin and amino acid supply chains, highlighting the critical impact of nutrient supplementation disruptions on animal productivity and industry sustainability. The conversation also covers IFEEDER’s new project submission guidelines designed to engage industry committees in shaping future research priorities, ongoing outreach and education efforts, and the important role IFEEDER plays in providing data-driven insights to support policy and industry decision-making. Listeners gain a comprehensive view of how IFEEDER is evolving to meet the needs of the feed industry while fostering collaboration and innovation.

In this episode of the Feed & Grain Podcast, host Steven Kilger interviews Leah Wilkinson, chief policy officer at the American Feed Industry Association. They discuss the evolving ingredient approval processes, including the four current pathways and their differences. Wilkinson also shares insights on FDA and state inspections, highlighting the increase in state-conducted inspections and the importance of being prepared and confident in food safety plans. The conversation covers industry challenges such as imposter inspectors and AFIA’s advocacy efforts on supply chain risks, regulatory modernization, and trade agreements.

In this episode of the Feed & Grain Podcast, Steven Kilger sits down with Aimee Andres, executive director of Inland Rivers, Ports and Terminals (IRPT), to discuss a groundbreaking memorandum of understanding signed with the European Federation of Inland Ports. Together, they explore how this partnership aims to modernize inland waterway freight, expand commercial opportunities, and accelerate knowledge-sharing between the U.S. and Europe. From infrastructure innovations and marketing strategies to sustainability and cybersecurity, Aimee shares what the U.S. can learn from Europe, and vice versa, to strengthen our inland waterways and support the grain industry. Tune in to hear how these efforts could improve transportation efficiency, reduce congestion, and boost economic value for farmers, shippers and communities nationwide.