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2017 IPPE: More than 31,000 Attendees and 533,000 Square Feet of Exhibit Space ATLANTA, Ga. – Feb. 2, 2017 – The 2017 International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) has more than 31,000 poultry, meat and feed industry leader attendees from all over the world. In addition, the show has more than 533,000 of net square feet of exhibit space and 1,275 exhibitors. Final numbers will be released next week. Sponsored by the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, American Feed Industry Association and North American Meat Institute, IPPE is the world's largest annual feed, meat and poultry industry event of its kind. “This year’s tremendous exhibit floor and attendee and exhibitor numbers are a compliment to IPPE’s unmatched education programs, ample networking opportunities and diverse exhibits. The excitement and energy displayed by this year’s attendees and exhibitors will continue to safeguard the success and growth of future IPPEs,” the three organizations said. The central attraction is the large exhibit floor. Exhibitors demonstrated the most

current innovations in equipment, supplies and services used by industry firms in the production and processing of meat, poultry, eggs and feed products. Numerous companies highlighted their new products at the trade show, with all phases of the feed, meat and poultry industry represented, from live production and processing to further processing and packaging. The wide variety of educational programs complemented the exhibits by keeping industry management informed on the latest issues and events. This year’s educational line-up featured 25 programs, ranging from a conference on Listeria Monocytogenes prevention and control, to a program on FSMA hazard analysis training, to a program on whole genome sequencing and food safety implications.

Other featured events included the International Poultry Scientific Forum, Beef 101 Workshop, Pet Food Conference, TECHTalks program, Event Zone activities and publisher-sponsored programs, all of which have made the 2017 IPPE the foremost annual protein and feed event in the world.

IPPE Does It Again: Sets Three New Records for 2017 ATLANTA, Ga. – Feb. 14, 2017 – The 2017 International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) had a great year with 31,649 poultry, meat and feed industry leaders from all over the world in attendance, setting a new record. There were also 1,273 exhibitors with more than 533,000 square feet of exhibit space, another new record. The Expo is the world's largest annual feed, meat and poultry industry event of its kind and is one of the 50 largest trade shows in the United States. IPPE is sponsored by the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, American Feed Industry Association and North American Meat Institute. There were 8,018 international visitors, a third new record, from 129 countries represented at the Expo. The largest group from a single country outside the U.S. was Canada with 1,383 visitors. The largest region represented was the Caribbean, Latin America, Mexico and South America with 3,226 visitors. “We are very excited about this year’s record-breaking exhibit space floor and attendance numbers. The turnout for the 2017 IPPE was exceptional, and the feedback from attendees has been extremely positive regarding time spent on the trade show floor and in education sessions. We expect next year will be

even more valuable for attendees and exhibitors alike,” the three organizations said. A week-long schedule of education programs, which updated industry professionals on the latest issues and complemented the exhibit floor, helped drive attendance. This year’s educational line-up featured 25 programs, ranging from a conference on Listeria monocytogenes prevention and control, to a program on FSMA hazard analysis training, to a program on whole genome sequencing and food safety implications. Next year’s International Production & Processing Expo will be held Jan. 30 – Feb. 1, 2018, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Ga. Show updates and attendee and exhibitor information will be available at www.ippexpo.org. ### ABOUT IPPE The International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) is a collaboration of three shows International Feed Expo, International Meat Expo and the International Poultry Expo representing the entire chain of protein production and processing. The event is sponsored by the American Feed Industry

Association (AFIA), North American Meat Institute (NAMI) and U.S. Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY). ABOUT AFIA The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) is the world’s largest organization devoted exclusively to representing the business, legislative and regulatory interests of the U.S. animal feed industry and its suppliers. AFIA also is the recognized leader on international industry developments. Member-companies are livestock feed and pet food manufacturers, integrators, pharmaceutical companies, ingredient suppliers, equipment manufacturers and companies which supply other products, services and supplies to feed manufacturers. ABOUT NAMI The North American Meat Institute (NAMI) is the leading voice for the meat and poultry industry. Formed from the 2015 merger of the American Meat Institute (AMI) and North American Meat Association (NAMA), the Institute has a rich, century-long history and provides essential member services including legislative, regulatory, scientific, international and public affairs representation. NAMI’s mission is to shape a public policy environment in which the meat and poultry industry can 8

RENDERING: AN IMPORTANT ASPECT OF SUSTAINABILITY ATLANTA, Ga. – Feb. 9, 2017 – “The National Renderers Association reports that around 4.4 billion pounds of cooking oil is collected in the U.S. and Canada each year. Used cooking oil, after proper processing, has value,” said Todd Mathes, senior vice president of restaurant services for Darling Ingredients, during his presentation at the International Rendering Symposium, held in conjunction with the 2017 International Production & Processing Expo in Atlanta, Ga. The program was sponsored by the National Renderers Association and U.S. Poultry & Egg Association. During his presentation on “Used Cooking Oil: Why Does It Matter?,” Mathes discussed the many uses of used cooking oil, including being processed into animal feed and pet food ingredients, as well as feedstock for biofuel, which is also used in technical and commercial products. He remarked that used cooking oil is utilized as a renewable fuel, such as biodiesel, green diesel, boiler fuel and renewable propane and butane. It has chemical uses in industries dedicated to lubricants, textiles, plastics and cleaners, and industrial uses in rubber, plastics, tires and lubricants. He commented that biofuel reduces dependence on foreign oil and greenhouse gas emissions and has the best carbon footprint of any U.S.-produced fuel. Dr. Frank Mitloehner, professor and air quality specialist, University of California – Davis, discussed “Facts or Fiction on Livestock

Dr. Frank Mitloehner, professor and air quality specialist, University of California – Davis, and Dr. David Meeker, senior vice president of scientific services, National Renderers Association, speaking at the International Rendering Symposium, held in conjunction with the 2017 International Production & Processing Expo in Atlanta, Ga.

and Climate Change.” Mitloehner disputed FAO claims regarding greenhouse gas emissions for livestock as compared to transportation. He stated that a life cycle assessment was conducted for livestock. However, an assessment was not conducted for transportation, where only the footprint of fuel was studied. “They compared apples to oranges,” stated Mitloehner.

Mitloehner further observed that there are huge differences across the world with respect to the impact livestock has in environmental prevalence. Developing countries have a higher footprint impact than developed countries where animals are kept in growth regimes with better conversion and genetics. “Whether you particularly believe in global warming or not, it does not matter because your customers and consumers do believe,” commented Mitloehner. In his presentation on “Rendering: Making Animal Agriculture Sustainable,” Dr. David Meeker, senior vice president of scientific services, National Renderers Association, stated that animal agriculture in general is more sustainable with rendering processes. It is also safe and sustainable to use rendered by-products in the feed and pet food industries, because they improve the sustainability of the industries from which they derive. Meeker mentioned “that meat consumption increases as median income rises. By-products from meat production are inevitable, and responsible use is imperative.” If by-products are not used, the price of many pet food products and food for people would rise, forcing by-products into less sustainable uses or less environmental friendly disposal endpoints. This would be considered wasted food. He observed that the biggest enemy of sustainability in pet food is the attitude that by-products are bad

IPPE Gives Back to Atlanta with $13,000-plus Donation ATLANTA, Ga. – Feb. 8, 2017 – The feed, meat and poultry industries collaborate to produce healthy and safe food products. Production and efficiency levels and genetic advancements have made significant expansions in the last decade alone. However, many individuals still suffer from hunger. One in seven Americans, and an estimated 755,400 people in metro Atlanta, Ga., rely on food pantries and meal service programs to feed their families each year. As part of the effort to fight hunger, the 2017 International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) raised more than $13,000 for the Atlanta Community Food Bank through its “Giving Back to Atlanta” campaign. The donation included generous contributions from IPPE, Hawkins Inc., WinCorp International and numerous individual donations. "We are grateful for the support that IPPE, Hawkins, Inc., and Wincorp International has given the Atlanta Community Food Bank this year. Support from these valued partners will help provide more than 50,000 meals to

Pictured left to right: Nath Morris, vice president of expo, USPOULTRY; Ben Burgess, food sourcing specialist, Atlanta Community Food Bank; and Pennie Stathes, logistics manager, USPOULTRY

families in Metro Atlanta and North Georgia, where one in four children face food insecurity each day," said Ben Burgess, food sourcing specialist, Atlanta Community Food Bank. “IPPE would like to convey our sincere appreciation to the exhibitors and attendees who contributed to the ‘Giving Back to Atlanta’ campaign. Your contributions will make a difference in fighting hunger in Atlanta,” said IPPE show organizers.

POULTRY MARKET INTELLIGENCE FORUM ADDRESSES EXTERNAL FACTORS AFFECTING THE POULTRY INDUSTRY ATLANTA, Ga. – Feb. 2, 2017 – “Animal rights activists take many approaches. There are environmental groups that would like to see the end of animal production and consumption,” said Hannah Thompson-Weeman, Animal Agriculture Alliance, during her presentation at the Poultry Market Intelligence Forum held during the 2017 International Production & Processing Expo in Atlanta, Ga. ThompsonWeeman discussed the many external influences that affect the poultry industry in her presentation titled, “Securing the Poultry Industry’s Future: Responding to Animal Right Activist Threats.” Thompson-Weeman mentioned that these groups of animal rights activists have several tactics for which producers should be aware. She remarked that recently activists have been attempting to gain access to farms following floods in North Carolina to obtain pictures or videos of animals in difficult conditions, attempting to present the animals’ situation as their normal existence. The people visit or trespass on farms with no concept of biosecurity. They also invest in youth, giving talks against animal production and meat consumption in high schools and colleges, in addition to advocating to religion to present their points of view. In his presentation on “Performance Trends for the Poultry and Egg Industry,” Mike Donohue, Agri Stats, said that in 2016 broiler farmers gave up some of the tools used in production to appease customers, restaurants and the retail market. Donohue stated that the

Hannah Thompson-Weeman, Animal Agriculture Alliance, speaking at the Poultry Market Intelligence Forum held during the 2017 International Production & Processing Expo in Atlanta.

challenges for 2017 are the same, except that production gains will be reduced due to changes in medication programs. He also remarked that poultry genetic companies keep improving the performance of broilers over time. “Among the challenges for 2016 was avian influenza, the loss of export markets and the value of leg quarters. Production gains were reduced due to changes in medication programs. We are enjoying relief in feed ingredient costs, but the future direction of production costs remains uncertain. Ethanol is not going away,” commented Donohue.

Dr. Paul Aho, Poultry Perspectives, gave an overview of “Domestic and Global Drivers for 2017.” Aho discussed the poultry industry’s position in the commodity cycle and interest rate cycle, as well as trends in median household income and projections for growth. Aho predicted a shift from corn production to soybean production. He mentioned that corn production is stable in the U.S. and overseas, and there is not a huge incentive to grow. Aho commented that soybean meal has not reached its highest point yet, and production is rapidly increasing in Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay and the U.S. Aho predicted that grain prices will rise in 2018-2019. Aho expects pork production to increase by 5 percent and beef production by 3 percent. There will be higher quantities of meat in the market, though he “predicts no problem if economic growth continues.” Aho further observed that poultry production volume in the U.S. can continue to grow by approximately 4 percent this, notwithstanding any unforeseen events. Aho also provided a forecast on the world economy. He speculated about the trade relations with Mexico and the rising U.S. dollar against the Mexican peso. Aho stated that Mexico is the first largest buyer of U.S. chicken leg quarters, purchasing 25 percent of all leg quarters. The next largest buyer is Cuba. Aho posed the question, “Will the U.S. have smooth diplomatic relations with Mexico and Cuba this year?”

U.S. Employment Law Regulatory Update: 2017 Promises to Be a Year of Significant Change ATLANTA, Ga. - Feb. 16, 2017 - "2017 promises 13655. He also discussed OSHA's new recordkeeping to be a year of significant change in both the White rule as well as other topics such as immigration, the House and Congress. During the past eight year, the "gig economy," LGBT issues, right-to-work laws, and Obama Administration instituted a number of state and municipal wage laws. Chris Lauderdale, employment-related changes. The question is how, attorney for Jackson Lewis P.C., discussed some the and to what degree, the Trump Administration and a 2017 employment lawsuits that are before the new Republican-controlled Congress will change Supreme Court, highlighting the Murphy Oil, Epic these directives," said Larry Stine, senior principal, Systems and Ernst & Young cases. He also reviewed Wimberly, Lawson, Steckel, Schneider & Stine, P.C., the expansion of right to work laws in 26 states, as well during his presentation at the "U.S. Employment Law as additional EEOC and DOL changes instituted by Regulatory Update" education program, held in the Obama Administration. Lauderdale concluded conjunction with the 2017 International Production & with a discussion on worker-friendly proposals being Processing Expo in Atlanta, Ga. The program was considered by the Trump Administration and sponsored by U.S. Poultry & Egg Association. responses from states and localities. Stine reviewed a list of executive orders (EO) Larry Stine, senior principal, Wimberly, Lawson, Steckel, Schneider & Stine, instituted by the Obama Administration that may be P.C., speaking at the "U.S. Employment Law Regulatory Update", held in rescinded through the Trump Administration, specifically addressing EO 13658, EO 13673 and EO conjunction with the 2017 International Production & Processing Expo in Atlanta, Ga.

Whole Genome Sequencing and Its Implication on Food Safety Addressed during 2017 IPPE ATLANTA, Ga. – Feb. 8, 2017 – “We are transitioning from pulse field gel electrophoresis to whole genome sequencing, which is faster and has a reduced cost and increased discriminatory power,” said Dr. Haley Oliver, associate professor of food science, Purdue University, during her presentation at the “Whole Genome Sequencing – Food Safety Implications” education program held during the 2017 International Production & Processing Expo in Atlanta, Ga. The event was sponsored by U.S. Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY) and the North American Meat Institute (NAMI). Oliver discussed the human health burden of known foodborne diseases in the U.S. and the progress achieved to identify them, particularly through whole genome sequencing (WGS). She observed that all states will soon have this technology available to them through Genome Trackr. The data housed in public databases can be accessed by researchers and public health officials for real-time comparison and analysis that promises to speed foodborne illness outbreaks investigations and reduce foodborne illnesses and deaths. Oliver remarked that WGS will become less expensive and databases will grow rapidly with the inclusion of environmental isolates. Thus, more outbreaks will be linked from environmental samples. In his presentation on “Whole Genome Sequencing Use in Outbreak Investigations,” Dr. Matthew Wise, outbreak response team lead, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, discussed the changing landscape around foodborne diseases in the U.S. He remarked that food production and distribution has changed substantially during the last several decades. There are fewer producers, but they have wider distribution. There is also more “ready-to-eat” food and industrially-produced food. These changes have influenced the types of outbreaks that occur. Wise stated that WGS has helped increase the confidence that bacteria from people and foods are connected in some way. “Sequencebased surveillance is going to result in detecting more outbreaks, which will be smaller and more

Dr. Haley Oliver, associate professor of food science, Purdue University, speaking at the “Whole Genome Sequencing – Food Safety Implications” education program held during the 2017 International Production & Processing Expo in Atlanta. ‘solvable.’ Illnesses, too, that are far apart in both time and geography will be linked together to investigate a potential common source,” commented Wise. From an industry perspective, both USPOULTRY and NAMI expressed concern that WGS will alter the way investigations are conducted, specifically the role it may have in epidemiological investigations as the technology advances. The industry will need to learn the technology, its uses and impacts and how best to interpret the results. Among other

concerns are questions such as: How balanced is the data? How secure is Genome Trakr? Are there any legal ramifications of test results? “We need industry concerns addressed before we can proceed with any activity related to WGS. Most importantly, we need the time and space to learn how to use WGS to improve public health and protect our industries,” remarked Rafael Rivera, manager of food safety and production programs, USPOULTRY.

IPPE 2017 - INTERNATIONAL PRODUCTION & PROCESSING EXPO ORGANIZED IN ATLANTA, USA FROM JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 02, 2017 - A GRAND SUCCESS This year a good number of Indian delegates representing the nation's equipment manufacturers, feed millers, poultry breeders and pharmaceutical companies attended International Production and Processing Expo (IPPE 2017) organized from January 31-February 02, 2017 in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. The International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) is the collaboration of three shows - International F e e d E x p o , International Meat Expo and the International Poultry Expo - representing the entire chain of protein production and processing. The event is sponsored by the American Feed Industry Association (AFIA), North American Meat Institute (NAMI) and U.S. Poultry & Egg A s s o c i a t i o n (USPOULTRY).With more than 31,000 poultry, meat and feed industry leader attendees from all over the world at IPPE 2017 having more than 533,000 of net square feet of exhibit space and 1,275 exhibitors, according to expo organizers, the turnout was exceptional and the feedback from attendees has been extremely positive regarding the education programs and time spent on the trade show floor. This event focused on Innovation- bringing together buyers and sellers of the latest Continued on Page 13

At Aviagen Booth (Left to Right) Dr. Dinesh Arora, Dr. CR Behl, Mr. Ricky Thaper and Mr. Gulrez Alam, Director, IB Group.

A view of trade visitors at International Production and Processing Expo (IPPE 2017), Atlanta, USA.

Delegates from India and Bangladesh with Dr. Jeetendra Verma, Regional Manager South Central Asia, Delacon Biotechnik GmbHat Delacon Booth.

At Gartech Equipments Pvt. Ltd. Booth (Left to Right) Mr. Devendra Garware, Director, Gartech, Mr. Ricky Thaper, Mr. Bittu Dhanda and Mr. Luis Alberto Chacon D, Gartech Distributor in South America.

Mr. Ricky Thaper with Ms. Ane Marie QUEMENER, Commissair Generale / Exhibition Manager and the new Director of SPACE. Ms. Ane Marie was there to promote 31st edition of SPACE 2017 Expo to be organized from September 12 to 15, 2017 at Rennes, France. Ms. Ane Marie told that she got very good response from the Exhibitors from USA and South America who will be participating in SPACE 2017 Expo.

Indian Delegates with Dr. Shirish Nigam at EW Nutrition Booth. 12

TO DISRUPT OR BE DISRUPTED: ONE: THE ALLTECH IDEAS CONFERENCE WILL CHALLENGE ATTENDEES TO HARNESS THE POWER OF DISRUPTION [LEXINGTON, Ky.] - One idea, from one person, can disrupt the status quo to create opportunity - or challenges - for many. Will agriculture be a positive disrupter, creating opportunity? Or will the industry be caught playing defense to disruption? ONE: The Alltech Ideas Conference (ONE17) will inspire farmers, ranchers, producers, suppliers and influencers in every species and segment across production agriculture to create disruption and be prepared to harness its potential - or risk being rendered irrelevant. ONE17 will be held May 21-24 in Lexington, Kentucky, and promises to be an experience jampacked with ideas, innovations and solutions for the agriculture industry. The annual international conference, now in its 34th year, draws more than 3,000 attendees from over 70 countries. "Our goal is to help our partners in agriculture put their ideas into action," said Dr. Pearse Lyons, Alltech's founder and president. "If you want to activate your vision, gain a more global perspective and connect with the most innovative minds in agriculture, ONE17 is the only place to be." With topics covering the growing global economy, disruptive consumer trends and the constant stream of new technologies, ONE17 will set the stage for forward-thinking discussions about the future of food production. General sessions with headline keynote speakers will inspire business solutions and innovation, while subject- and species-specific focus sessions will give producers a chance to learn and participate in discussions relevant to their respective fields. Breakouts on crop science, beef, dairy, swine, poultry and aquaculture - as well as topical sessions on finance, food issues and emerging markets - provide an opportunity for every corner of production agriculture to engage

ONE: The Alltech Ideas Conference (ONE17) will be held May 21-24 in Lexington, Kentucky, and promises to be an experience jam-packed with ideas, innovations and solutions for the agriculture industry. The annual international conference, now in its 34th year, draws more than 3,000 attendees from over 70 countries. disruption at the ONE17 conference. "ONE is meant to encourage, empower and, most importantly, challenge us," said Dr. Lyons. "We want individuals to leave feeling like they were part of a life-changing development for the industry and feel empowered to implement solutions back home." As Kentucky Living magazine said of ONE16, "You leave believing anything is possible, that with commitment, teamwork, leadership and vision, your one idea can change the world." For more information on ONE17, and to register for the conference, visit: one.alltech.com. Join the conversation on Twitter by using #ONE17. View the promotional video for ONE17:

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technology of products and services to make trade visitors business successful, Education - learning from the experts in free- and fee-based world-class programs, on topics that cross industry interests, Global Reach and Networking - meeting new and rekindling old relationships with leaders across the industries. A week-long schedule of education programs were organized, which updated industry professionals on the latest issues. According to the Indian delegation, the visit to IPPE 2017 was informative and certainly worthwhile. Delegates took the note of the latest innovations in terms of equipment and logistical

At NOVUS Booth (Left to Right), Dr. Ajay Bhoyar, Mr. Ricky Thaper and Dr. Vaibhav Nagpal organization and see how the technologies could apply at Indian poultry producer level as some of these innovations could well be adopted by Indian poultry producers. 13

ALLTECH CONTINUES ITS COMMITMENT TO EDUCATING THE POULTRY INDUSTRY THROUGH ALLTECH LAYER SCHOOLS

Alltech team in the panel discussion [BENGALURU, India] - Alltech, a global leader in the animal health industry, organized Alltech Layer Schools in Rajahmundry and Vijayawada on 14 and 15 February 2017, respectively. Alltech's objective was to extend the latest industry knowledge and expertise to layer farmers. In each of the dinner meetings, more than 50 attendees listened to the experts and shared their own knowledge and expertise. Below are the key points of discussion: ? Dr. Lokesh Gupta, technical manager (poultry) of Alltech South Asia, shared on the topic of "Nutrition for Productivity." He discussed how to overcome immunosuppression, how to produce uniformity and the importance of target weight-specific feeding rather than agespecific feeding. Finally, he said, the key to

productivity is to produce a uniform flock with ideal body weights by using proper nutrition. ? Dr. Venkatesh Gunasekaran, general manager (poultry) for Alltech India, presented on "Nutritional Strategies for Current Challenges." Venkatesh discussed Alltech's nutritional solutions for overcoming challenges in the quality of feed ingredients, egg breakage, performance issues and food safety. He also talked about heavy metal analysis, Alltech 37+ÂŽ mycotoxin analysis technology and the AlltechÂŽ Feed Efficiency programme. ? "In the world of mycotoxins, one plus one is not equal to two, as mycotoxins have cumulative effects, and one should always analyze feed and raw materials before

feeding," said Venkatesh. He also discussed opportunities in the branding of value-added eggs. ? Dr. Aman Sayed, managing director of Alltech India and regional director of Alltech South Asia, shared the 2017 Alltech Global Feed Survey results. This year's survey gleaned data from more than 30,000 feed mills in 141 countries. Sayed said the survey estimated that in 2016, for the first time, more than 1 billion metric tons of animal feed were produced worldwide, up 3.7% from last year. China and the United States are now responsible for 35% of the world's total feed production, with China remaining the number one global feed producer at 187.2 million tons. Increases were seen in India, Pakistan and Japan.

Sayed also said that India is ranked sixth in the world in feed production, with a total of 31.35 million metric tons, almost 3% greater than last year. India is ranked third globally in poultry feed production, with 9.6 million metric tons. Mr. Y. Gangadhar and Dr. Abdul Razak, Alltech regional manager (poultry) for Andhra and Telangana, also took part in the meetings. For more details on the Alltech Layer Schools and on Alltech's nutritional solutions, p l e a s e c o n t a c t india@alltech.com. About Alltech: Founded in 1980 by Irish entrepreneur and scientist Dr. P e a r s e Ly o n s , A l l t e c h improves the health and performance of people, animals and plants through nutrition and scientific innovation, particularly yeastbased technology, nutrigenomics and algae. With more than 100 manufacturing sites globally, Alltech is the leading producer and processor of yeast and organic trace minerals, and its flagship algae production facility in Kentucky is one of only two of its kind in the world. The company's guiding ACE principle seeks to develop solutions that are safe for the Animal, Consumer and the Environment and is actively supported by more than 5,000 team members worldwide. Alltech is the only privately-held company among the top five animal health companies in the world. This is a source of competitive advantage, which allows Alltech to adapt quickly to emerging customer needs and to stay focused on advanced innovation and long-term objectives. Headquartered just outside of Lexington, Kentucky, USA, Alltech has a strong presence in all regions of the world. For further information, visit www.alltech.com/news. 16