Monthly Round Up March, 2025

 

Greetings from CLFMA OF INDIA!

 

The livestock sector continues to play a pivotal role in driving India’s economic progress. In alignment with this mission, CLFMA OF INDIA remains steadfast in its commitment to fostering sustainable growth across the dairy, poultry, fisheries, and the broader livestock landscape.

 

Through its monthly round-up, CLFMA highlights important developments, key initiatives, and impactful engagements. It gives me great pleasure to share with you some of the noteworthy highlights from CLFMA OF INDIA’s activities during March 2025.

 

CLFMA of India Hosts Successful Poultry Seminar on "Poultry in India: Current Challenges & the Way Forward – A CLFMA Perspective in Pune on 5th March, 2025:

 

The Compound Livestock Feed Manufacturers Association (CLFMA) of India successfully hosted a Poultry Seminar on March 5, 2025, at Ramee Grand Hotel, Pune. The seminar, themed "Poultry in India: Current Challenges & the Way Forward – A CLFMA Perspective," brought together 120 industry stakeholders, including feed manufacturers, poultry farmers, nutritionists, consultants, and experts from across the region.

 

The event commenced with a welcome address by Mr. Divya Kumar Gulati, Chairman, CLFMA of India, highlighting the association’s commitment to addressing key industry challenges and driving innovation in the poultry sector.

 

The event was moderated by Dr. Saikat Saha, President, West Zone, CLFMA of India, who ensured a smooth flow of discussions and engaged participants in meaningful dialogues.

 

Key Discussions & Insights:

 

  1. Dr. Someshwar Zadbuke (Godrej Agrovet Ltd.) provided an overview of the current challenges in poultry nutrition and the need for sustainable feed solutions.
  2. Mr. Amiya Nath (Japfa Comfeed India Pvt. Ltd.) shared insights on entrepreneurial challenges in the poultry sector and strategies for growth.
  3. Dr. Alim Khan Pathan (Vimala Feeds Pvt. Ltd.) discussed the changing landscape of poultry processing in India, emphasizing the need for modernization.
  4. Mr. Sandip Guha (Bunge) addressed the issues and scope of feed ingredients in India, shedding light on market trends and supply chain concerns.
  5. Dr. Mukund Kadam (MAFSU) spoke on the importance of research collaboration between industry and academia for future advancements.

 

A panel discussion, moderated by Dr. Saikat Saha, featured distinguished experts such as Prof. Dr. A. S. Ranade, Dr. Ajay Deshpande, Dr. Dinesh Bhosale and Mr. Divya Kumar Gulati. The discussion provided a platform for dynamic exchanges on industry challenges, innovations, and opportunities for growth.

 

The event concluded with an engaging Q&A session and a Vote of Thanks by Mr. Sameer Chotai (President, East Zone, CLFMA of India), followed by a networking dinner that fostered meaningful industry collaborations.

 

A Step Forward for the Poultry Sector

 

The seminar successfully addressed critical issues in poultry nutrition, feed manufacturing, processing, and research collaboration, reinforcing CLFMA’s role as a key advocate for industry growth. The discussions and insights shared during the event will serve as a foundation for future strategies to strengthen the poultry sector in India. A total of 101 participants attended the seminar.

 

CLFMA Poultry Seminar along with US Grains Council & West Bengal Poultry Federation at Kolkata on 06th March 2025:

 

CLFMA of India, in collaboration with the West Bengal Poultry Federation (WBPF) and the U.S. Grains Council (USGC), conducted an informative session on the evolving poultry sector and its future prospects.

 

The event commenced with a warm welcome address by Mr. Sumit Sureka, Deputy Chairman of CLFMA of India and Mr. Divya Kumar Gulati, Chairman, CLFMA of India, briefing on various activities being taken on by CLFMA, like students’ program, conduct of seminars pan India in collaboration with different associations, etc. This was followed by insightful presentations from Mr. Amit Sachdev and Mr. Reece Cannady of USGC, who shed light on global feed stock trends and highlighted U.S. sorghum as a promising solution for the industry.

 

Dr. Harsha Kumar Shetty, General Manager of Venkateshwara Hatcheries, provided an in-depth update on the Indian poultry sector, discussing key challenges and the road ahead for sustainable growth.

 

A dynamic panel discussion on the future of poultry in India by Dr.Harsha Kumar Shetty, General Manager, Venkateshwara Hatcheries, Mr. Sameer Agarwal, Managing Director, Shalimar Group, Mr. Madan Mohan Maithy, General Secretary, West Bengal Poultry Federation (WBPF), Mr. Naveen Pasuparthy, Deputy Chairman, CLFMA OF INDIA, Mr.Neeraj Kumar Srivastava, Past Chairman, CLFMA OF INDIA, Mr. Sumit Sureka, Deputy  Chairman, CLFMA OF INDIA,  duly moderated by Mr. Divya Kumar Gulati, Chairman, CLFMA OF INDIA engaged the audience, fostering valuable exchanges of knowledge and industry perspectives.

 

The event concluded with the felicitation of speakers and distinguished panellists, followed by a heartfelt vote of thanks delivered by Mr. Sameer Chotai, President, East Zone, CLFMA of India.

 

This session reinforced CLFMA’s commitment to driving industry advancements and fostering collaboration among key stakeholders. A total of 70 participants attended the seminar.

 

Dr. Anup Kalra, Represents CLFMA OF INDIA at Maize & Millet Summit 2025:

 

Dr. Anup Kalra, Member of CLFMA OF INDIA and the Maize and Millet Promotion Society, participated as a Guest Panelist at the Maize & Millet Summit 2025, held on March 27-28, 2025, at The Leela Ambience, Gurugram.

 

The Summit emphasized the crucial role of maize and millet in addressing global food security. The maize industry continues to experience strong growth due to its versatile applications in food, animal feed, and biofuel. Meanwhile, millets are gaining popularity as a nutrient-rich, gluten-free alternative.

 

The Panel deliberated on the Poultry Market Dynamics and the Future Prospects of Maize:

 

Dr. Anup Kalra actively contributed to the panel discussion, which explored key challenges and opportunities in the maize industry.

 

 

Some of the key takeaways included:

 

  1. There is increasing competition between the food industry and the biofuel sector for maize, impacting availability and pricing.
  2. To meet rising demand, improving maize productivity through research, technology, and industry collaboration is vital.
  3. Importing genetically modified (GM) maize could be a short-term solution, but it may impact Minimum Support Price (MSP) and farmers' profitability. Government policy on this remains a major question.
  4. Farmers have started using Distillers Dried Grains with Solubles (DDGS) from maize, but challenges related to quality consistency, toxin levels, and standardization need to be addressed.
  5. As maize demand rises, feed costs and biofuel production expenses may increase. This calls for a strategic review.
  6. The industry must focus on high-yielding maize varieties with higher starch content to improve efficiency and output.
  7. The impact of climate change on maize cultivation was also discussed, emphasizing the need for sustainable practices, etc.

 

The Maize & Millet Summit 2025 provided an essential platform for stakeholders to discuss these critical issues and explore future strategies for sustainable growth in the sector.

 

CLFMA OF INDIA remains committed to driving innovation and progress across the livestock value chain. Your unwavering support empowers us to build a resilient and sustainable future for the livestock sector.

                   

 

Warm regards,

For CLFMA OF INDIA,

Divya Kumar Gulati

Chairman

 

 

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