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A new study from the University of Illinois demonstrates the inclusion of spray dried plasma in piglet diets helps increase the ileal digestibility of crude protein and amino acids of other ingredients in the diet.

Learn more in our latest research brief:https://functionalprot.wpenginepowered.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/BRIEF-SWI-NA-EN-062626-SDP-Improved-Protein-AA-Digestibility-in-Wheat-Barley-Based-Nursery-Diets.pdf

The 28th International Pig Veterinary Society Congress was held last month in Vietnam and featured three scientific posters from APC. The posters focused on viral safety in plasma-based functional ingredients, reinforcing our commitment to research and the generation of applied knowledge for animal nutrition and health.

We invite you to explore the posters below to learn more about the studies, methodologies and scientific insights displayed during IPVS 2026.

Poster 1: http://bit.ly/4aWFtqB
Poster 2: https://bit.ly/4yHe8D5
Poster 3: https://bit.ly/3RdFnnM

Dr. Joy Campbell will be presenting three companion animal studies that explore ingredient functionality, product quality, palatability, and digestibility in pet food applications:

• Impact of Spray Dried Red Blood Cells in Pet Food on Product Color and Quality (Poster)
• Incorporating Spray Dried Plasma into Non-wheat Biscuits (Poster)
• Increasing Fresh Meat Levels with Spray Dried Plasma Addition Improved Palatability and Digestibility in Extruded Dog Kibble (Oral Presentation)

We're proud to contribute research that helps advance innovation in pet food formulation and supports the development of high-quality nutrition for pets.

If you'll be attending ASAS-CSAS, we invite you to connect with our team and learn more about these exciting findings.

Click here: https://apcproteins.com/event/asas-csas-annual-meeting

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The post-weaning period is a critical technical challenge in piglet production, often associated with reduced feed intake, gut dysfunction, and increased health pressure that can impact lifetime performance. Nutritional strategies that support gut integrity and immune function during the nursery phase, such as the use of spray-dried plasma, have been widely applied in commercial piglet farms.

This research explores whether such early nutritional support can deliver measurable long-term benefits on growth performance and health status through market weight, providing practical insight for production-oriented feeding programs.

Learn more: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/veterinary-science/articles/10.3389/fvets.2025.1636164/full

Research demonstrates that spray dried plasma in calf milk replacers can help support gut health, maintain resilience during challenges and improve growth performance during the critical early stages of life.

Learn how functional proteins can help calves perform when it matters most.

Click here:https://functionalprot.wpenginepowered.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/DHM-Plasma-in-CMR.pdf

We're excited to share that Dr. Joy Campbell is speaking at the Texas A&M Extruded Pet Foods & Treats course this week.

Extrusion plays a critical role in pet food manufacturing, and ingredient functionality matters. Dr. Campbell will share insights on how spray dried plasma can support product quality, palatability and performance in extruded pet foods.

Learn more: https://web.cvent.com/event/8a9a1d6e-d11f-4420-85bb-7463143c7e48/summary

This Fourth of July, while the grills are sizzling and fireworks are flying, don't forget about our four-legged friends. A little extra playtime, a favorite treat, and a quiet place to relax can help make the holiday enjoyable for everyone.

From the dogs chasing tennis balls to the cats supervising the festivities from a safe distance, we wish you and your pets a happy, safe, and tail-wagging Fourth of July!

Happy Independence Day from APC.

As a member of the Petfood Industry Association of Thailand (PIA), APC remains actively engaged with industry developments, regulatory updates, and collaborative initiatives that support the advancement of the pet food sector.

PIA (Petfood Industry Association)
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What's the research saying?

Explore the latest review on spray dried animal plasma in broiler feed programs.

Now published in the Journal of Applied Poultry Research

Read the article: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1056617126000590?via%3Dihub

New research continues to show that early nutrition plays a critical role in long term health and performance.

A recent study highlights the impact of spray dried plasma:

✔️ Supports immune response
✔️ Helps reduce disease impact under challenge
✔️ Improves overall performance

In challenge models, pigs fed spray dried plasma showed no fever response and no detectable viral presence.

Bottom line. Nutrition is not just about growth. It is about resilience.

Click here to read the full article: https://ojs.ukscip.com/index.php/ti/article/view/1024/1107