BESTMIX articles
The hidden dangers of fragmented risk management
In today`s volatile commodity markets, animal feed manufacturers face unprecedented challenges. Price fluctuations and supply uncertainties have become the norm rather than the exception. While long-term commitments with customers and suppliers provide some stability, the real danger lurks in how these risks are monitored across multiple legal entities and business activities.
Consider a typical scenario:
Staying competitive in feed and pet food production isn’t just about managing rising costs or meeting regulatory or consumer demands—it’s about recognizing the deeper inefficiencies that often go unnoticed. From inconsistent raw material quality to gaps in formulation precision, these hidden challenges can impact profitability, efficiency, and long-term success. Here are 7 critical obstacles that may be limiting your business—and how to tackle them effectively.
BESTMIX is happy to announce its recent partnership with the Beijing Dabeinong Technology Group Co., Ltd. Through the installation of the BESTMIX Feed Formulation module, the group is looking to further solidify its position as a market leader in the production of feed and feed related products. By relying on BESTMIX Feed Formulation, the Beijing Dabeinong Technology Group looks to save time and increase productivity by formulating recipes in one centralized environment and rapidly sen
Ren Jianbo
Recently, an excessive ethylene oxide level has led to a wave of recalls in the food sector. When this was also the case for the binding agent ‘locust bean gum’, Goodlife Foods immediately pulled out all the stops. Thanks to BESTMIX, this frozen snack manufacturer could detect in no time the products to be recalled, so it managed to reduce to an absolute minimum the impact of the recalls.
Driving sustainability in the food value chain through integrated feed formulation and life-cycle assessment software. DSM-Firmenich, the leading innovator in health, nutrition, and beauty, and BESTMIX Software, a leader in feed and pet food production solutions, announce their strategic partnership to measure and manage the environmental footprint of animal feed.??
Animal feed producer COFCO Feed Co Ltd and IT partner BESTMIX software are proud to announce the start of a long and fruitful partnership. By implementing the professional feed software tools BESTMIX® Feed Formulation and BESTMIX® Quality Control, COFCO Feed Co is seeking to play out its competitive advantage. The software package allows COFCO Feed Co to manage all formulas from within a central unified database, all while accurately managing their quality
Leonidas has represented craftsmanship and savoir-vivre for over 100 years. The small Brussels praline laboratory set up by the founder with Greek roots has come a very long way without ever losing its soul and original ingredients: dried fruits from several countries and Belgian chocolate made from 100% cocoa butter. The company currently has 1200 shops in 36 countries.
Approximately 30 students at Vives University College are learning about BESTMIX feed formulation as part of their bachelor’s coursework in agro- and biotechnology. In the main subject of agriculture, feed formulation is a regular subject, while in the main subject of agro-industry it is an elective.Isabelle Degezelle, a lecturer in pig farming, agricultural management and feed formulation at Vives University College, uses BESTMIX feed formulation during her classes.
The pet food sector is expanding rapidly. This growth presents many opportunities, but there are challenges too, particularly around ingredient sourcing, regulatory obstacles, and a shortage of labor.
ERP implementations have a reputation for being challenging. Indeed, they do fail at a relatively high rate. Learn here which key factors guarantee a successful ERP implementation in Feed and Petfood production companies and how to ensure your investment brings the desired results...