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Cargill Powers the Future of Animal Nutrition and Health Industry with a Range of Innovations showcased at VIV Asia 2025 in Thailand

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Cargill Powers the Future of Animal Nutrition and Health Industry with a Range of Innovations showcased at VIV Asia 2025 in Thailand
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Cargill Powers the Future of Animal Nutrition and Health Industry with a Range of Innovations showcased at VIV Asia 2025 in Thailand

2025-03-13 16:47 Last Updated At:17:01

BANGKOK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 13, 2025--

Cargill, a global leader in food and agriculture, is strengthening its support for the animal nutrition and health industry by presenting its holistic portfolio of science-based solutions and services – including both nutrition and digital innovations – at VIV Asia 2025, the leading international exhibition and technology event for the livestock sector. In addition to showcasing its latest advancements in precision nutrition and technology, Cargill is hosting insightful Tech Talks, featuring breakthrough innovations designed to enhance animal agriculture and support producers in overcoming industry challenges.

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The Cargill booth was inaugurated by Adriano Marcon, President of Cargill Animal Nutrition and Health, along with Kelly Stange, Regional Agricultural Counselor, Office of Agricultural Affairs, U.S. Embassy Bangkok. Following the booth opening, Cargill and Cooperl formalized their strategic partnership for the China market with a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing ceremony, reinforcing their shared commitment to advancing animal nutrition farming practices.

At VIV Asia 2025, Cargill introduced a new portfolio of brands for its Micronutrition and Health Solutions (MHS) business, integrating innovations developed through Cargill’s scientific research and world-class nutritional expertise. These solutions are tailored to help producers optimize operations and achieve long-term success.

Cargill's Micronutrition and Health Solutions (MHS) portfolio includes:

The full range of MHS brands can be viewed at https://micronutritionandhealth.com/.

Gina Medina, Business Director, South & Southeast Asia Cargill Micronutrition & Health Solutions states: “Cargill is dedicated to developing integrated solutions that enhance animal well-being across all stages of life to help optimize livestock production. Our goal is to build a strong and sustainable future for the livestock industry, ensuring greater access to high-quality, safe, and nutritious meat for consumers worldwide. Through responsible business practices, we remain committed to nourishing the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way.”

Recognizing the challenges facing the animal agriculture today, Cargill is also introducing digital solutions to help producers streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and make data-driven decisions.

Featured digital innovations showcased at VIV Asia 2025 include:

Hongfei Zheng, Senior Vice President, Cargill Animal Nutrition & Health Asia Pacific said, “Cargill is dedicated to raising industry standards by adopting the global innovations to serve Asia customers and species, driving the production of high-quality animal nutrition products, and empowering business growth by connecting farmers, producers to consumption markets. Our participation in VIV Asia 2025 underscores Cargill’s leadership in delivering innovative solutions that address these needs, aligning with the event’s core themes of Regenerative Agriculture and Animal Disease Management and promoting strategic partnerships. By advancing animal health and championing sustainability across the entire production process, we remain committed to developing innovations that provide comprehensive solutions – ensuring the world is fed in a safe, responsible, and sustainable manner.”

To know more, please visit Cargill at VIV Asia 2025, booth number 3230 in Hall 2 of the IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Centre, between 12-14 March 2025. For more information, log on to https://micronutritionandhealth.com/vivasia/

About Cargill

Cargill is committed to providing food, ingredients, agricultural solutions, and industrial products to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. Sitting at the heart of the supply chain, we partner with farmers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living.

Our 160,000 team members —including our 16,000 colleagues in Thailand —innovate with purpose, providing customers with life’s essentials so businesses can grow, communities prosper, and consumers live well. With 159 years of experience as a family company, we look ahead while remaining true to our values. We put people first. We reach higher. We do the right thing—today and for generations to come. For more information, visit Cargill.com and our News Center.

Cargill celebrates collaboration and innovation with key industry leaders at the official opening of its VIV Asia booth on March 12. From left to right: Gilles Houdart, Global Business Director, Cargill Micronutrition and Health Solutions (MHS); Hongfei Zheng, Senior Vice President, Cargill Animal Nutrition and Health (ANH) Asia Pacific; Dr. Jirapus Intsrook, DVM, Director of Animal Feed and Veterinary Products Control Division, Thailand Department of Livestock Development; Adriano Marcon, President, Cargill Animal Nutrition and Health; Kelly Stange, Regional Agricultural Counselor, U.S. Embassy Bangkok; Gina Medina, Business Director, MHS South & Southeast Asia; and Guillaume Smeets, Strategic Marketing & Technology Lead, ANH. (Photo: Business Wire)

Cargill celebrates collaboration and innovation with key industry leaders at the official opening of its VIV Asia booth on March 12. From left to right: Gilles Houdart, Global Business Director, Cargill Micronutrition and Health Solutions (MHS); Hongfei Zheng, Senior Vice President, Cargill Animal Nutrition and Health (ANH) Asia Pacific; Dr. Jirapus Intsrook, DVM, Director of Animal Feed and Veterinary Products Control Division, Thailand Department of Livestock Development; Adriano Marcon, President, Cargill Animal Nutrition and Health; Kelly Stange, Regional Agricultural Counselor, U.S. Embassy Bangkok; Gina Medina, Business Director, MHS South & Southeast Asia; and Guillaume Smeets, Strategic Marketing & Technology Lead, ANH. (Photo: Business Wire)

GENEVA (AP) — Lionel Messi’s peers gave him one more appearance in the FIFPRO World XI lineup Monday after nearly 20,000 players voted for their best team in a poll organized by the global union.

At age 39, the Argentina icon was elected to the team as part a four-superstar attack alongside Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland and Lamine Yamal. Ballon d'Or winner Harry Kane missed out.

This is Messi's 18th year appearing in the XI and he was last chosen in 2023.

The Inter Miami forward also was the only men's World XI selection playing for a club outside Europe. Paris Saint-Germain's Morocco right back Achraf Hakimi was the only other selection from a national team outside Europe.

Spain’s World Cup champion squads dominated with four players including 19-year-old Yamal voted on the men’s team and five on the Women’s World XI, including three-time Ballon d’Or winners Alexia Putellas and Aitana Bonmati, also announced Monday by the Netherlands-based union.

The women's team also had five players from European champion England and none again from the United States. FIFPRO said more than 6,500 women players from 64 countries voted.

Orlando Pride and Zambia forward Barbra Banda was the only team member with an African or North and South American connection.

The combined age of Barcelona pair Yamal and defender Pau Cubarsí adds up to a couple of days fewer than the 39 years, four months, of Messi. The World XI has a third Barcelona and Spain player in Rodri, who signed from Manchester City after winning the FIFA Golden Ball trophy as best player at the World Cup.

Goalkeeper David Raya was a backup for Spain, though he won election to the World XI for his performances with Arsenal, the Premier League winner and Champions League finalist.

Two-time Champions League winner PSG had a hat trick of players: Hakimi wa joined by left back Nuno Mendes and midfielder Vitinha.

Jude Bellingham's selection with Mbappé gave Real Madrid two picks.

Zambia's Banda also was in the 2025 women's lineup, though she was joined then by Morocco midfielder Ghizlane Chebbak. The 2024 team also included Banda and two South Americans, Brazil great Marta and Colombia’s Linda Caicedo.

The last U.S. player to be voted in was Alex Morgan in the 2023 team.

European champion Barcelona provided five players to the 2026 team. Putellas and defender Mapi Leon have both moved to London City Lionesses since Barcelona’s latest Women’s Champions League title in May.

Defender Irene Paredes and forward Claudia Pina completed the contingent from 2023 Women's World Cup winner Spain.

The quintet from European champion England was goalkeeper Hannah Hampton and defender Lucy Bronze from Chelsea, Manchester City defender Alex Greenwood, Manchester United midfielder Ella Toone and Arsenal forward Alessia Russo. Bronze earned a record ninth selection in the team that was first elected in 2015.

FIFPRO Men’s World XI

Goalkeeper: David Raya (Arsenal, Spain)

Defenders: Pau Cubarsí (Barcelona, Spain), Achraf Hakimi (Paris Saint-Germain, Morocco), Nuno Mendes (Paris Saint-Germain, Portugal)

Midfielders: Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid, England), Rodri (Manchester City/Barcelona, Spain), Vitinha (Paris Saint-Germain, Portugal)

Forwards: Erling Haaland (Manchester City, Norway), Kylian Mbappe (Real Madrid, France), Lionel Messi (Inter Miami, Argentina), Lamine Yamal (Barcelona, Spain)

FIFPRO Women's World XI

Goalkeeper: Hannah Hampton (Chelsea, England)

Defenders: Lucy Bronze (Chelsea, England), Alex Greenwood (Manchester City, England) Mapi Leon (Barcelona/London City Lionesses, Spain), Irene Paredes (Barcelona, Spain)

Midfielders: Aitana Bonmati (Barcelona, Spain), Alexia Putellas (Barcelona/London City, Spain), Ella Toone (Manchester United, England)

Forwards: Barbra Banda (Orlando, Zambia), Claudia Pina (Barcelona, Spain), Alessia Russo (Arsenal, England)

See AP’s full soccer coverage here

Barcelona's Lamine Yamal scores his side's fifth goal during the Spanish La Liga soccer match between Barcelona and Alaves in Barcelona, Spain, Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (AP Photo/Joan Monfort)

Barcelona's Lamine Yamal scores his side's fifth goal during the Spanish La Liga soccer match between Barcelona and Alaves in Barcelona, Spain, Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (AP Photo/Joan Monfort)

Inter Miami CF forward Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring a goal during the second half of an MLS soccer match against the New England Revolution, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Mark Stockwell)

Inter Miami CF forward Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring a goal during the second half of an MLS soccer match against the New England Revolution, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Mark Stockwell)

Arsenal's Alessia Russo, front, celebrates after scoring her side's first goal during the Women's Super League Soccer match between Arsenal and Aston Villa in London, England, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026. (Andrew Matthews/PA via AP)

Arsenal's Alessia Russo, front, celebrates after scoring her side's first goal during the Women's Super League Soccer match between Arsenal and Aston Villa in London, England, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026. (Andrew Matthews/PA via AP)

London City Lionesses' Alexia Putellas gestures during the Women's Super League soccer match between London City Lionesses and Manchester City in London, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026. (AP Photo/Ian Walton)

London City Lionesses' Alexia Putellas gestures during the Women's Super League soccer match between London City Lionesses and Manchester City in London, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026. (AP Photo/Ian Walton)

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