American Feed Industry Association (AFIA)

Meet Meghan Dicks, AFIA’s director of membership and stakeholder engagement! Bringing years of industry experience and a passion for building connections, Meghan Dicks is set to drive AFIA's membership and engagement forward. Her dedication to strengthening member relationships and advancing the animal food industry makes her an exciting addition to the team. Welcome, Meghan! Learn more about Meghan: https://lnkd.in/e2pxfVzA

AFIA's Leah Wilkinson and Victoria Broehm had a great discussion with Lead New York participants MacKenzie Krisher and Sarah Morrison about AFIA’s history, structure and key policy issues. It’s always inspiring to see the next generation of industry leaders in action!

Did you know that your voice can help shape policies that impact the animal food industry? The AFIA is empowering members to drive positive change right from their manufacturing facilities! By engaging in legislative advocacy and building relationships with policymakers, AFIA members can influence decisions that strengthen the industry. Whether it's inviting lawmakers for facility tours or participating in grassroots initiatives, every effort counts. Learn how you can make a difference and advocate for our industry’s future below! https://lnkd.in/eFhXc2um

The USDA is investing in the future of conservation by training a new generation of specialists. AFIA's Leah Wilkinson, vice president of public policy and education was quoted in Agri-Pulse Communications article, "Another area often unfamiliar to local employees is animal nutrition, though the agency’s feed management standard is rarely — if ever — used." Read more below!

The AFIA and the Vietnam Small Animal Veterinary Association (VSAVA) have launched Pet Health Month in Ho Chi Minh City! This campaign educates pet owners on quality veterinary care and proper nutrition, with workshops tailored to pets' unique needs. AFIA employees are joining the effort in spirit from back in the USA, check out AFIA’s Victoria Broehm with her visually impaired dog, Bula. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dXtVAZXU

The AFIA and Vietnam Small Animal Veterinary Association (VSAVA) have launched Vietnam's first-ever Pet Health Month. Join us in Ho Chi Minh City for workshops, expert talks and hands-on activities to learn about quality veterinary care and proper pet nutrition. Let’s give our furry friends the best! AFIA employees are joining the effort in spirit from back in the USA, check out AFIA’s Taylor Lekin with her dog Josie. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dXtVAZXU

Mallory Gaines, AFIA's director of market access and multilateral affairs, participated in the Pet Food Processing Exchange where she shared strategies for expanding globally, including assessing regulations, tariffs, and the political climate in target markets. Her advice encouraged U.S. manufacturers to take a proactive approach in exploring international growth. Learn more about the event’s highlights here: https://lnkd.in/dd3yZq_y

The AFIA and the Vietnam Small Animal Veterinary Association (VSAVA) have launched Pet Health Month in Ho Chi Minh City! This campaign educates pet owners on quality veterinary care and proper nutrition, with workshops tailored to pets' unique needs. AFIA employees are joining the effort in spirit from back in the USA, check out AFIA’s Mallory Gaines with her dogs Indy and Mattie. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dXtVAZXU

Pet owners in Vietnam, this one’s for you! Pet Health Month is here, featuring workshops, events and the Super Pet Fest in Ho Chi Minh City. Learn how to keep your pets happy and healthy! AFIA employees are joining the effort in spirit from back in the USA, check out AFIA’s Paul Davis with his cat Albie. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dXtVAZXU

It’s Pet Health Month! The AFIA and Vietnam Small Animal Veterinary Association (VSAVA) are hosting pet care events in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from workshops at Petcare to the grand Super Pet Fest. Come learn about pet wellness and celebrate our furry friends! AFIA employees are joining the effort in spirit from back in the USA, check out AFIA’s Louise Calderwood with her dog Sherman. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dXtVAZXU