
The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) held its annual Liquid Feed Symposium (LFS) from September 10-12 in Salt Lake City, Utah, bringing together over 150 industry professionals to discuss the latest advancements and challenges in the liquid feed sector. The event, which included presentations on key topics like carbon and methane mitigation, artificial intelligence in agriculture, and cattle grazing techniques, provided a platform for learning and collaboration.
“This year’s Liquid Feed Symposium was a tremendous opportunity for industry professionals to connect, learn, and celebrate the strong camaraderie of the liquid feed industry,” said Paul Davis, Ph.D., AFIA’s director of quality, animal food safety, and education. “We are moving forward with a commitment to education and innovation that will help our sector thrive.”
One highlight of the event was a presentation by Dan Meihak, dairy XL proposition specialist at Lely North America, who discussed the growing role of artificial intelligence in agriculture. Meihak emphasized that technology would drive the industry toward greater sustainability and quality, saying, “Our productive capacity is expanding, and we are moving from quantity to quality and sustainability, and we all have a vested interest in that.”
During the symposium, AFIA’s Liquid Feed Committee presented the Liquid Feed Hall of Fame award to Leanna Nail, former AFIA administrative director, in recognition of her 15 years of contributions to the industry. The committee also raised $22,000 in a fundraiser auction for the Kenny Berg Liquid Feed Research and Education Fund, which supports research and education within the industry.
The event was made possible by its gold, silver, and bronze sponsors, including companies like Anipro/Xtraformance Nutrition, Elanco Animal Health, and Westway Feed Products.
The 2025 Liquid Feed Symposium will take place in Fort Worth, Texas, from September 9-11.