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𝐀𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐞𝐞𝐝: 𝐀 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞 Meat production in Asia is skyrocketing, with fish and poultry leading the charge. In 2020, a staggering 150 million tons of fish and poultry meat were produced, fueled by a high demand for high-protein feed. But the challenge is the following: - 𝐅𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐥, a key feed ingredient, is produced from wild-caught fish. Yet, wild catch is declining, causing the price of fish meal to spike, now sitting at €1,800/ton. - 𝐒𝐨𝐲 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐥 is another major protein source, but its environmental impact is significant. With 1.2 million km² of farmland (equivalent to Germany, France, and the UK combined!) dedicated to soy production, it is the second-largest driver of deforestation globally. Plus, 75% of all soy goes into animal feed, offering cheap but low-quality protein. At Acies Bio, we’ve developed innovative technology that addresses these pressing issues, paving the way for a more sustainable future in the feed sector. Stay tuned to see how!