In 2024, the “Year of Elections,” global leadership shifts are shaping new directions in trade and policy. CrushCon organised by U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) at Hotel Sofitel Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, embody this year’s theme, “Electing to Trade.” The conference was attended by more than 100 delegates from South Asia; India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka besides USSEC Team from Dubai and Senior Soybean Association Board Members from USA, brings into focus the connections between politics, trade and globalisation, particularly within supply chains, economic frameworks, and supply-demand factors.

The first day session opened with welcoming remarks from Mr. Kevin Roepke, Regional Director – South Asia & Sub-Saharan Africa (SAASSA), US Soybean Export Council, who introduced the key themes for conference that included

Ms. Valerie Brown, Regional Agricultural Counselor at USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS), who discussed market development in the GCC, emphasizing the collaborative efforts between USSEC and USDA. Mr. Kevin Roepke said “Food inflation squeezes the middle class and erodes disposable income. The easiest way to reduce food inflation and thus improve the standards of the middle class is to lean into trade. Through trade, we can make healthier food more affordable and available to the middle class of South Asia.”

Mr. Jim Sutter, the dynamic CEO of USSEC, shared insights into the soy industry’s growth and USSEC’s commitment to sustainable solutions in nutrition. emphasized how trade is an integral channel to provide food and nutrition security, Mr. Sutter highlighting its key benefit of moving goods from point of surplus to point of deficit.
While trade helps maximize income in producing countries it provides consuming countries with availability of competitively priced products. He discussed the power of comparative advantage citing the example of Costa Rica. While Costa Rica specializes in producing bananas and coffee, the U.S. specializes in soybeans and corn. Through trade, these countries mutually benefit from high quality and competitively priced products.

Mr. Jim Sutter, CEO, USSEC presented a Special Appreciation to Mr. Kevin Roepke, Regional Director – South Asia & Sub-Saharan Africa (SAASSA).

Mr. Lance Rezac, USSEC Chair, provided a perspective on how U.S. farmers are meeting the demand for food while remaining environmentally responsible. Mr. Lance Rezac, said U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) focuses on differentiating, elevating preference, and attaining market access for the use of U.S. Soy for human consumption, aquaculture, and livestock feed in 80+ countries internationally. USSEC members represent the soy supply chain including U.S. Soy farmers, processors, commodity shippers, merchandisers, allied agribusinesses, and agricultural organizations. USSEC is funded by the U.S. soybean checkoff, USDA Foreign Agricultural Service matching funds, and industry.

In a session on “US Soy Policy Needs Post-Election,” Daryl Cates, Chairman, American Soybean Association (ASA), highlighted the priorities for U.S. soy in Congress’s lame duck session. He emphasized the value of Market Access Program (MAP) and Foreign Market Development (FMD) funding and the potential impact of future free trade agreements (FTAs) on U.S. soybean exports.

The keynote presentation was by Mr. James Fry, Glenauk Economis. A standout keynote fireside chat, “Electing to Trade,” featured former USDA Secretary Dan Glickman in conversation with Kevin Roepke, exploring how trade policies could evolve following global elections. The first day morning session concluded with the panel “Pakistan Two Years On,” sponsored by the South Dakota Soybean Checkoff, where Zain Mahmood and Shahzad Ali Khan shared advancements and partnerships in Pakistan’s agricultural sector. CRUSHCON Dubai and HUNGERCON Dubai continue to bring insightful dialogues, networking, and fresh perspectives toward a sustainable future.

The afternoon sessions of CRUSHCON Dubai continued to delve into the intricacies of global trade and its implications, with a focus on geopolitics, market dynamics, and sustainability. The keynote address on Geopolitical Economics featured Ms. Trinh Nguyen, Senior Economist for Emerging Asia at Natixis, who provided insights into the evolving landscape of emerging markets, particularly in Asia. Her perspectives, widely respected across international news platforms, are invaluable for understanding the region’s economic pulse. In the session titled Global Oilseeds Spotlight, David Mielke, Director at Oil World in Germany, addressed the relationship between low corn and soybean prices and their potential to drive a global boom in the livestock and poultry sectors. His analysis brought forward important discussions on supply and demand dynamics in the industry.

Mr. Jaison John, Regional Head of Market Intelligence- South Asia, USSEC spoke on “How Policies Have Distorted Regional Prices for Feed Ingredients” and shed light on the complexities of trade policies that have affected feed ingredient pricing, making previously affordable sources of animal protein some of the most expensive globally. The Freight Sector Spotlight, presented by Mr. Voytek Chelkowski from Seamind Blue Ocean, highlighted the impact of freight volatility on margins. He emphasized the importance of understanding FOB versus C&F purchase decisions within the current geopolitical climate.

A significant moment came with the SUSS Logo Signing, where Nepal joined the initiative for sustainability, welcoming five companies into the fold, including Valley Group (NP), Kosmo Feed Mills (SL), Adamjee Lukmanjee (SL) and Nel Farms (SL),. Presenting this initiative were Ms. Deeba Giannoulis, Dr. Pawan Kumar and Dr. Athula Mahagamage.

The afternoon concluded with a keynote address on US Soy’s Commitment to Global Nutrition Security, showcasing the dedication of senior USSEC leadership to enhancing global nutrition.

Recognizing Pioneers Making an Impact in South Asia’s Protein Value Chain Each year, through its HungerCon event powered by Right to Protein, USSEC recognizes and celebrates outstanding contributors to the protein value space in South Asia.

Ms. Deeba Giannoulis, Regional Head of Corporate Affairs-SAASSA, reflected on the origins of HungerCON and the legacy of past winners who have paved the way for advancing the discourse on nutritional security. This year’s esteemed ‘HungerCon Award’ was awarded to Dr. Soumya Swaminathan, Chairperson of the M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation in India for her pioneering work in integrating science into health policymaking. Other notable nominations included Mr. Iqrar Ahmad Khan, Vice Chancellor, University of Agriculture in Faisalabad, Pakistan and Mrs. Vibha Ahuja, Chief General Manager, Biotech Consortium India Limited from India.

The second day of CRUSHCON Dubai 2024 brought forward insightful discussions and innovative solutions aimed at advancing sustainability and global nutrition. Ms. Deeba Giannoulis, Regional Head of Corporate Affairs-SAASSA, introduced the Soy Sustainability Assurance Protocol, showing how companies can integrate this framework to promote sustainable practices. She spotlighted businesses that have adopted the SUSS logo, signalling their dedication to eco-friendly initiatives within the soy industry.
Ms. Christelle Cordahi, Regional Human Utilization & Nutrition Consultant at USSEC, presented on the importance of incorporating diverse protein sources, both animal and plant-based, to support a balanced diet. Her insights underscored the essential role of soy in overall health.

Ms. Tori Sorensen, Chair of the SEC Global Advisory Panel, shared the impressive growth and influence of the Soy Excellence Center (SEC) worldwide, which have significantly contributed to knowledge sharing and training in the soy sector. By providing free, accessible and comprehensive training options, Soy Excellence Center empowers professionals to stay updated with the latest trends and innovations in their fields. Soy Excellence Center courses adds tremendous value to industry workforce engaged in the protein value chain.

Ms. Tori Sorensen, Chair of the SEC Global Advisory Panel, presented the ceremonial SEC lapel pin to Mr. Ricky Thaper, Regional Advisory Council (RAC) Member Soy Excellence Center-India.

Dr. Tom D’Alfonso, Director of Animal & Aquaculture at USSEC, highlighted the value of optimizing feed nutrient profiles, stressing that not all soy is created equal. He described how U.S. soybean meal is tailored to maximize nutritional benefits for poultry, fish, and shrimp. In an insightful session, Will McNair, Global Head of Human Utilization at USSEC, discussed the complexities of soybean oil processing. He explained how factors such as damage, maturity, and moisture levels significantly affect the quality of soy oil, emphasizing how U.S. soybeans lead in optimizing refinery operations.

The day concluded with a wrap-up by Mr. Kevin Roepke, summarizing key outcomes and insights from the sessions. He emphasized the collaborative spirit of the conference and its potential to drive positive change in the agriculture and nutrition sectors. Mr. Daryl Cates, Chairman, American Soybean Association, offered a vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to all participants and speakers for their valuable contributions and commitment to advancing global nutrition security.

The CRUSHCON Dubai 2024 has truly set the stage for dynamic and impactful discussions. These conferences are a testament to the dedication of global leaders and experts in the fields of agriculture, nutrition, and sustainability. By bringing together thought leaders, industry professionals, and innovators, the events are fostering meaningful dialogue that is shaping the future of food systems.
The focus on sustainable practices and solutions demonstrates a strong commitment to addressing global challenges, ensuring a healthier and more secure future for all. It’s inspiring to witness how these platforms continue to empower collaboration and inspire change on such a significant scale.

A two-days international conference of World Veterinary Poultry Association (India) was organized on topic “Avian Health: Challenges and Opportunities” during 15-16 February 2024 at ICAR-NIANP, Bengaluru in association with World Veterinary Poultry Association (India). The formal inauguration of the conference was carried out on 15th February by the Chief Guest Padam Vibhushan Hon’ble Former Vice President of India Shri M Venkaiah Naidu and Guest of Honour was Dr J. Radhakrishnan, Additional Chief Secretary & Commissioner, Greater Chennai, Dr Raghavendra Bhatta, DDG (AS), ICAR, New Delhi and Prof. Sjaak De Wit, President, WVPA (Global) and Dr Jeetendra Verma, President, WVPA (India).

Hon’ble Chief Guest M Venkaiah Naidu emphasized on the shared commitment to excellence and collaboration towards the betterment of global poultry health. He said by working together, we can build a resilient and sustainable future for the poultry birds, poultry farmers, poultry industry and also ensuring a safe and abundant food supply for generations to come. The conference was attended by more than 250 national and international delegates across the academia, research institutions, industry personnel and progressive poultry farmers.

During these two days the discussion was carried out on various burning topics like Poultry Disease and Management, Poultry Genetics and Breeding, Poultry Products technology and Marketing. Total 18 lead speakers in 5 different technical sessions from India and Abroad (Netherland, Germany, Czech Republic, Spain, Bangladesh, and Pakistan) presented their research papers in the conference among them Prof Sjaak de Wit & Dr Guanlin Wang from Netherland, Prof Pavel Horky from Czech Republic, Dr. Myeong Seob Kim from Spain; Dr Marisabel Caballero from Germany, Dr Md. Rafiqul Islam from Bangladesh and Dr Muhammad Kashif Saleemi from Pakistan (online mode) were the main attraction. A new programme “student elocution” on recent advances in the field of poultry science was also initiated during the conference. More than 25 students shared their views on different assigned topics. Technical poster presentation sessions were also conducted in which more than 100 research abstracts were presented by researchers and post graduate students came across India.

The exuberant and enthralling cultural programme was also staged on the night of gala dinner. The cultural program was appreciated by all the delegates. All the eminent personalities of poultry industry, supporting associations, press and media were recognized and felicitated.

After conducting the technical session, the closing ceremony was graced by Dr. O.P. Chaudhary, Joint Secretary, Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India as Chief Guest and Dr. Habibur Rehman, Former DDG (AS), ICAR, New Delhi & Regional Representative, South Asia, ILRI, New Delhi as Guest of Honour with other dignitaries on the dais and off the dais. Dr O.P. Choudhary narrated the different initiatives undertaken by the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Govt of India to propel the poultry sector forward. He stressed on the power of innovation, collaboration, and sustainability to build a more resilient, equitable, and prosperous poultry sector that will nourish people, support livelihoods, and protect the planet.

During the valedictory function the organizing secretary of previous WVPA (India) conference Dr Girraj Goyal, NDVSU was felicitated for successfully organizing the conference last year in 2023 at Jabalpur. The prizes were distributed to 12 research scholars who got first, second and third in research paper presentations and student elocution programme by the chief guests. The words of thanks were presented by Dr PK Malik, Organizing Secretary, WVPA (India) 2024.

New Delhi – The India-U.S. Agricultural Synergy Summit, organized jointly by the U.S. Grains Council and U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) with support from various industry associations, held on 30th January 2024 at the Imperial Hotel, New Delhi. The summit emerged as a pivotal moment, shaping the trajectory of sustainable agribusiness growth in India. The event served as a dynamic platform, bringing together key industry leaders, experts, and associations to deliberate on transformative strategies for the nation’s agricultural landscape.

Mr. Clay M. Hamilton, Minister Counsellor for Agricultural Affairs, US Department of Agriculture, US Embassy, delivered impactful opening remarks. Dr. Seth Meyer, Chief Economist, US Department of Agriculture, presented insightful perspectives on opportunities and challenges in the Global Agricultural Space. Mr. Suresh Chitturi delivered a compelling presentation on the State of the Indian Livestock Sector, and Dr. Vijay Singh, Professor from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, USA, shared valuable insights on India-US collaboration in Industrial Starch Processing.

The highlight of the summit was the panel discussion, titled “Win-Win Agriculture: Aspirations for Future Collaboration,” featuring prominent figures such as Mr. Kevin Roepke, Regional Director, South Asia & Sub-Saharan Africa, USSEC; Mr. Reece Cannady, Director, U.S. Grains Council; Mr. Naveen Pasuparthy, President, KPFBA; and Mr. Ramakanth Akula, CEO, The Waterbase Limited.

Distinguished panellists, including Mr. Suresh Deora (CLFMA OF INDIA), Mr. Chandan Shirgaokar (All India Distillers’ Association – AIDA), Dr. CK Jain (GULSHAN POLYOLS LTD), and Mr. Sumit Agarwal (Soy Food Promotion and Welfare Association), actively participated in fruitful discussions, contributing valuable insights to the ongoing dialogue. Mr. Sanjeev Gupta, Vice President, and Mr. Ricky Thaper, Treasurer, from the Poultry Federation of India also participated in this event.

Key takeaways from the summit include the projection of a remarkable 15% growth in protein consumption by 2031 and commendable initiatives by the governments of Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, introducing eggs in mid-day meals as significant steps towards enhancing nutrition.

A milestone achievement during the event was the launch of the India Soy Excellence Centre by Mr. Kevin Roepke, Regional Director for South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa, USSEC, further solidifying collaborative efforts between India and the U.S. in the field of agriculture.
The summit, jointly supported by industry associations including the Poultry Federation of India, CLFMA of India, All India Poultry Breeders Association, Karnataka Poultry Farmers and Breeders Association, Soy Food Promotion & Welfare Association, and others, showcased the power of collaboration in fostering sustainable agricultural practices.

The summit concluded on a positive note, encapsulated in the phrase: “Together, let’s feed the minds of those who feel the world.” This sentiment underscores the shared commitment of stakeholders to contribute to global food security and foster a sustainable future for the agricultural sector.

The Netherlands Business Support Offices (NBSO) in collaboration with the Agriculture Department of the Netherlands Embassy in India organised a pioneering technical session themed “India and The Netherlands – Towards a Sustainable Poultry Sector.” Held at the Hyderabad International Convention Centre (HICC) on November 22, 2023, the event convened esteemed experts and industry leaders to delve into the vital aspects of sustainable poultry practices.

The Show attracted good response from the elite of the Poultry industry with the galaxy of prime speakers in their respective field.The idea of Sustainability, which is a happening word around the world yet with limited and narrowed understanding of the How of it – is indeed a challenge!

The Dean, College of Veterinary Science and A.H., Veterinary University DUVASU Mathura – Prof (Dr.) Pankaj Kumar Shukla – a very popular and well-known figure in the industry – not only with in the government but excellent interaction with the active associations, federations and an excellent bridge between the government policies and the seamless benefits of the knowledge and technology to the private sector ultimately helping the farming community. Dr PK Shukla – made and exhaustive but points with a punch of how the Sustainability objectives in our poultry industry – which is more specific to it was brilliantly explained and shared.

Mr Bouke Hamminga (Director PasReforms) another seasoned traveler of India from the Netherlands threw light on how modern hatching technologies has an significant impact on the sustainable poultry production. There were new concepts that helped accelerate growth and increase profitability.

Mr Edouard Perrault, Director SASSO (Hendrix Genetics) shared his experience of how the genetic innovation and advancements were affecting the life of the rural farmer in the traditional colored bird farming in the tropical countries of Africa, Asia. This seems to have a positive impact on the Indian objective of doubling the farmers income. Easy management of the birds and solving generation of income and also addressing the nutritional requirements.

The Agricultural Counsellor of the Netherlands Embassy Mr. Michiel van Erkel is not a new face in these events over the past so many occasions at Poultry India.
The industry thanks him for offering such a beautiful platform for interaction between the Specialists, Industrialists and the government for the benefit of Poultry Industry. The moderator and the audience expressed their immense happiness and thankfulness for the efforts of Michiel in initiating such an event where his efforts to bind the countries in a useful exchange of idea and partnership for the growth of the industry. There were a good number of Dutch investors, companies and participants who always have appreciated such events.

Mr Selvan Kannan (Value Consultants) conducted the Moderation with seamless flair in ensuring interactions to bring out the best of the speakers and the august audience that were rapt in attention. All prominent media persons were present to partake the message on the latest on the sustainability!

The event concluded grandly with take home points and also gathering with dinner. Mr Rambabu from the NBSO did a good job in organizing this successfully once again as in continuation of several of them in the past.

On the 11th of September 2023, Optima Life Sciences, in collaboration with the North India Broiler Producer Association, hosted a technical seminar at Hotel Noor Mahal in Karnal. This event brought together over 70 key stakeholders from the poultry sector in the North region. The seminar proved to be a highly impactful gathering and discussions among participants in the poultry industry.

The program commenced with Optima Life Sciences’ team extending their felicitations to Mr. Ranpal Dhanda, Mr. Charanjeet Singh, Mr. Sanjeev Gupta, Dr. Deepak Singh, and Mr. Girish Mulekar. The seminar officially kicked off with a welcoming address from Dr. Tarun Pal, the CEO of Optima Life Sciences. Dr. Pal extended a warm welcome to all poultry producers, stakeholders, speakers, and esteemed guests in attendance. During his opening remarks, he provided an insightful overview of Optima Life Sciences’ journey, highlighting significant milestones, recent developments, and their valuable contributions to the poultry industry. He also emphasized the company’s commitment to achieving remarkable progress in terms of volume, quality, and global trade by harnessing the latest research and development efforts.

Guest Speaker Mr. Girish Mulekar, a renowned feed mill expert, took the spotlight to delve into the mastery of feed quality from a feed milling perspective shedding light on the common challenges encountered in feed mills and provided practical solutions. He also elucidated strategies for optimizing feed mill efficiency from an economic standpoint. Following his insightful presentation, he fielded questions from poultry producers, addressing their inquiries. In a seamless transition from this topic, Mr. Omkar Kulkarni, Head of the FeedMate Division, further expounded on enhancing feed mill effectiveness by introducing innovative solutions offered by Optima. He introduced Optima’s comprehensive FeedMate product range tailored to enhance feed mill efficiency.

Following that, Dr. Swapnil Survase, Product Manager at Optima Life Sciences, delivered a presentation on the evolving trends in broiler farming and the recent developments within Optima’s flagship brand, OptiBetaine. He emphasized that stress has become a contemporary challenge, affecting birds in the same way it affects humans, thereby directly impacting the growth and productivity of broilers. In line with this topic, he elaborated on the scientific validations of OptiBetaine in mitigating the detrimental effects of stress. The subsequent speaker, Mr. Pradeep Kumar C., DGM- Marketing underscored the significance of gut health, addressing the current challenges faced in this regard and elucidating how ButyEster Advance plays a crucial role in optimizing gut health, whether in challenging or non-challenging conditions in broiler farming. He also elaborated on the potency of ButyEster Advance as a solution for maintaining gut health and improving feed utilization in birds. He also delved into the importance of ButyEster Advance’s GEH technology and presented scientific trial reports supporting its efficacy.

The Technical seminar ended with a vote of thanks delivered by Mr. Anand Mudgil, AGM at Optima Life Sciences. He expressed gratitude to all the participants of the technical seminar, emphasizing Optima Life Sciences’ unwavering commitment to research, development, and the validation of innovative solutions aimed at enhancing the poultry farming business. Mr. Kumar Gaurav Arora, Sr. Regional Manager at Optima Life Sciences highlighted the invaluable opportunity the seminar provided for poultry producers to engage in fruitful discussions and exchange ideas. The event was indeed a proactive platform for stakeholders to address current challenges and explore products and services of mutual interest.

On 23^rd Sep 2023 during the Inaugural session Dr Ram Prakash delivered a welcome note.  He appreciated the enthusiastic participation of members & the delegates.

Presidential address was given by Dr Vijay Makhija reinforcing the INFAHs motto of Healthy Animals, Healthier India. INFAH is recognized as unified force of AH companies having member strength as 57. INFAH plays the role of a catalyst in shaping policy framework to unlock and unleash the potential of the Indian Animal Husbandry and Animal Health sector in line with the National Priorities of Atma Nirbharta, ensuring the access of all classes of veterinary medicines and animal health products to the benefit of animal health and welfare promoting their responsible use. INFAHs objective has been that the Animal owners especially the Farmers should stand to be benefitted and in the process their income levels should go up significantly. INFAHs focus has been to foster a greater understanding of animal health and the importance of the ‘One Health’ approach & focus on preventing Zoonosis. INFAH is committed to work closely with Government and Research Institutions to promote seamless availability of Vaccines and newer Technology Solutions focused on disease prevention and mitigation.

The inaugural session was addressed by Chief Guest Dr. Abhijit Mitra Animal Husbandry Commissioner DADF, New Delhi.  Dr. Mitra highlighted the various initiatives undertaken by the Government towards Disease Mitigation & Improving Farm Productivity. Dr. Mitra   stressed on collaboration between INFAH and DADF for enhancing Animal Husbandry and Animal Health in India. INFAH members had the unique opportunity of listening & interacting with Animal Husbandry Commissioner.

Dr P S Mahesh Joint Commissioner & Director of Centre of Excellence of Animal husbandry ( CEAH)  shared his views on the topic of Future Trends in Indian Poultry Sector ,Mr Shiva Mudgil , Food & Agri Business Services , International Finance Corporation ( World Bank ) shared insights on Growth Opportunities in Animal Husbandry Sector ,Mr  Manish Singh QSRC Advisor Consumer & Food Services Global Markets Fonterra Brands Singapore Pte Ltd shared experiences regards to Dairy Value Chain – Evolution & Challenges .

In the post lunch session, John Rollins Director Pharmexcil shared insights on Export Opportunities for Indian Animal Health Companies, a presentation on Talent & Reward Trends in Animal Health was made by Mr Arvind Ladha, Ms. Nidhi Lal & Mr Adrish Singh the Team from Mercer, and Dr D K Dey delivered a presentation about Data Manthan – Veterinary Market Research.

Delegates got an opportunity to interact with the invited speakers during the networking session.

Two distinguished personalities, Dr T.G Chandramohan and Mr Sunil Madhok, were conferred with INFAH Awards 2023.  Delegates were enlightened & felt inspired to learn the spectacular journeys of these two leaders.

Dr. Shirish Nigam General Secretary INFAH presented the full year activity report for 2022-2023. Key achievements as under:

• Successful Organization of National Seminar on theme Disease Mitigation & Farm Productivity engaging Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Drug Controller General of India office, Principal Scientific Advisor Office, Veterinary Council of India, Indian Pharmacopeia Commission, ICAR, IVRI, FSSAI, Health for Animals, GALVmed
• Published White Paper on Veterinary use of Antibiotics vis-a-vis emergence of AMR- Indian Animal Healthcare Industry Perspective by INFAH, having estimation of Antimicrobial Usage (AMU) in India for animal use.
• Published Vision Document Ayurveda in Animal Health Care, released during 9th World Ayurveda Congress and International conclave on Pashu Ayurveda
• Contributed towards policy initiative of DADF on National Action Plan on AMR 2.0 (2022-2026)
• INFAHs recommendations for Pre Budget proposals 2023-2024: Seeking clarity on classification of animal feed supplements and feed additives under correct Chapter Headings of the Customs Tariff Act, 1975 and request for release of Bank Guarantees submitted by importers.
• Representations to DADF: on inclusion of additional Animal Feed Supplements / Additives for facilitating swift importation, INFAH members comments on Guideline for conducting clinical trial/field trial pertaining to the vaccines for veterinary use.
• Representations to IPC: Veterinary Vaccines General Chapter Requirements, Deletion / Waiver of Target Animal Batch Safety Tests (TABST)
• Representation to VCI: addendum to be incorporated in the Draft Minimum Standards of Veterinary Practice Regulation 2023 (MSVPR)
• INFAH Outreach Programme in collaboration with VCI on Career Opportunities for in the Animal Health Industry which was attended by more than 1000 Veterinary Students.
• Development of Draft Standard Operating Procedures for Good Marketing Practices
• Enhancing Market Access & boosting exports of Animal Health Care products in Collaboration with Pharmexcil, showcased INFAH at Pet Fair Southeast Asia organized by VNU Exhibitions at Thailand
• INFAH Connect Digital initiatives – Successfully conducted Webinars- Impact of Union Budget 2023-2024 on Animal Husbandry sector, AMR-An Animal Healthcare Perspective.
• Presented INFAH views at the launch of Animal Pandemic Preparedness Initiative (APPI) and Animal Health System Support for One Health (AHSSOH), Why ONE HEALTH matters at IPR Radio Podcast
• INFAH presentation at the ICAR-Industry Stakeholder Consultation meet by Agrinnovate India Ltd
• Presented INFAH views on the Role of Animal Health in Achieving Sustainable Development Goals
• INFAH received Indian Poultry Journalist Association of India (IPJA) Appreciation Award for the year 2022, in recognition of significant contribution to the Indian Poultry Industry

Dr. P.G. Phalke, Treasurer conducted the AGM proceedings & thanked members for exemplary support. INFAH Members participated in the electoral process for selecting Managing Committee for the year 2023-2025 term. Mr. N. M Sampat Returning Officer conducted the electoral process.  During the Members Forum a wide range of topics were discussed by members for Ease of Doing Business & towards the betterment of AH sector.

AGM concluded on a very positive note with a resolve to continue the contribution of INFAH towards betterment of the Industry and Society.

Post AGM Managing Committee members selected the Office Bearers & the Managing Committee Members for the term 2023-2025, details are as under:

• Dr Shirish Nigam (President)
• Dr Aman Sayed (Vice President)
• Dr Ram Prakash (General Secretary)
• Dr Anup Kalra (Joint Secretary)
• Dr Manoj Sood (Treasurer)
• Mr Gautam Chatterjee
• Dr Vinayak Surve
• Mr Sushanta Dey
• Ashwini Deshpande
• Dr Vijay Makhija
• Mr Vijay Teng
• Dr Arun Atrey
• Mr Satish Pasrija

It was also decided that Dr P.G. Phalke shall function as Director- INFAH Secretariat.

Moreover Dr D. K. Dey was nominated as Honorary Member of INFAH, and his expertise shall be utilized as an Advisor to INFAH / Subcommittees.