Royal DSM completes acquisition of animal nutrition company

According to a DSM press release, the animal nutrition and technology company Prodap combines technology offerings, consulting services, and customised nutritional solutions to drive efficiency and sustainability in animal farming. DSM seeks to “reach more markets globally, enabling smarter nutritional decision-making thanks to artificial intelligence and other tools” by harnessing Prodap’s digital solutions.

The company believes that the acquisition contributes to DSM’s commitment to enabling a double-digit reduction in on-farm livestock emissions by 2030 as part of its 2021 food system commitments. According to DSM, Prodap operates in the Brazilian states of Mato Grosso and Minas Gerais and employs 330 employees, serving over 5,000 farms across Brazil. The specialist in optimising ruminant farming operations collects data and develops tailored nutritional solutions with remote or in-person support.