U.S. Feed Industry Group Signs Agreement to Boost Vietnam’s Livestock Sector

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The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) has entered into a trilateral partnership with the Vietnam Feed Association (VFA) and the Animal Husbandry Association of Vietnam (AHAV) through the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU). The agreement, finalized on September 12 in Hanoi, aims to modernize Vietnam’s feed and animal husbandry sectors by combining the strengths and expertise of all three organizations.

This partnership is expected to drive growth, innovation, and sustainability in Vietnam’s feed and livestock industries, with the ultimate goal of aligning with the country’s broader sustainability goals. The MoU outlines a collaborative framework designed to strengthen these sectors by leveraging industry knowledge and promoting best practices.

“After years of efforts to showcase the advantages of U.S. feed ingredients for improving animal health and production efficiency in Vietnam, this MoU signals our commitment to future growth and innovation,” said Gina Tumbarello, AFIA’s senior director of global strategies, policy and trade. “Together, we can build a stronger, more resilient feed and animal production industry that caters to both today’s market demands and future growth.”

The AFIA has been actively working in Vietnam, supported by funding from the USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service Market Access Program, to educate local feed and animal production industries about the benefits of U.S. feed ingredients. The new partnership is anticipated to help upgrade Vietnam’s feed industry, which constitutes 65-70% of livestock production costs, by enhancing safety, quality, and consumer confidence in these products.

Nguyen Xuan Duong, AHAV chair, emphasized the importance of this agreement, stating, “With current challenges such as disease outbreaks, market instability, and environmental concerns, this collaboration comes at a crucial time for Vietnam’s livestock and feed sectors. It will help drive sustainable growth while addressing these pressing issues.”

The MoU formalizes a united effort between the AFIA, VFA, and AHAV to not only address current challenges but also support the sustainable development of Vietnam’s agriculture and livestock industries.

“This collaboration will bring significant advancements and greater recognition from the government, feed producers, and livestock farmers,” said Dr. Ninh Thị Len, VFA vice chairwoman. “We aim to encourage more members to join us in driving the growth and transformation of Vietnam’s livestock sector.”

 

Source: World-Grain.com

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