National Pork Month: A product for every producer
Kent Nutrition Group is committed to the success of pork producers — and we have research-driven products for all types of operations. Here’s a look at how we use different formulas to help all producers raise healthier pork more efficiently: Idaho Pasture Pigs Idaho Pasture Pigs are a cross of
Christa’s #MyTrustStory for Sentinel Horse Feed
As an equine rehabilitation therapist for the past two decades, Christa Veinotte has treated the health needs of thousands of horses – from elite, top jumpers to “sore, older backyard ponies.” But no matter what level of activity or athleticism her clients have, Veinotte has watched all of them thrive
Meet Michael Edmonds – VP Swine Nutrition
Dr. Michael Edmonds, VP Swine Nutrition Michael Edmonds has been studying swine nutrition pretty much his whole life. For the last 30 years, he has conducted research on farm (and from a strategically-cluttered desk) at Kent Nutrition Group. All of his work – the tests, trials and analysis – are
Meet Dr. Jim Smith – Senior Technical Swine Nutritionist
Growing up, Dr. Smith owned and showed pigs from his grandparent’s farm in Indiana. Now, as Kent’s Senior Technical Swine Nutritionist, he works with producers to formulate customized feeding programs that improve their profitability. Read the full article to find out how.
KNG Welcomes Dave Kilker
Dave Kilker recently joined Kent Nutrition Group as a Pricing Analyst in the Product and Marketing Department. He will work in Muscatine, Iowa. Dave will be responsible for analyzing pricing and presenting pricing strategies for KNG’s full line of products. “I chose Kent because I liked the atmosphere,” Dave says.
Built On Trust: Research
Trust is built on our research farm. Find out how our vice president of nutrition and product development, Bruce Read, and his team formulate research-proven products that improve the health and performance of animals day in and day out.
KNG President Mike Gauss named Board Chair Elect for AFIA
The American Feed Industry Association’s (AFIA) Board of Directors recently voted in a special election to accept the nomination of Mike Gauss, president of Kent Nutrition Group, Inc., to become the Board chair-elect of the organization. Gauss will succeed current Board chair Mike Schuster, vice president of sales at Laidig
Jennifer’s #MyTrustStory for Kent Feeds
When Jennifer Savard first brought her horse named Thunder home, she was told he was about 15 years old and had an array of health issues. The winters on Prince Edward Island off the east coast of Canada where Savard lives were especially hard on him. Troubled by how much
KNG Welcomes Amanda Pelosi
Amanda Pelosi has joined KNG’s Eastern Retail Sales department as a Territory Sales Manager based in Connecticut. Amanda has a Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science with a concentration in equine. She has worked as a veterinary technician at an equine hospital as well as horse boarding facilities. As a TSM,
Arcade Plant Renews Rigorous SQF Food Safety and Quality Certification
For the third year in a row, Kent Nutrition Group’s Arcade Plant has achieved the prestigious Safe Quality Food (SQF) certification, receiving a 100% grade on the rigorous audit, which is recognized by retailers, brand owners and food service providers worldwide. “With the lack of labor, and turnover, this is
Dealer Milestone: Killduff Feed and Grain
Celebrating 25 years of service in Killduff, Iowa Killduff Feed & Grain has been in business for 103 years, having started as Fleck Feed & Grain in 1918 and using “one of the best, most modern mills in the county” to manufacture its own feed under the Fleck name. But
KNG Welcomes Jenna Miller
Jenna Miller has joined Kent Nutrition Group as a pricing coordinator with Product and Marketing. A graduate of Iowa State University, Jenna previously worked as a manager for Riverside Grain & Feed. In her new role with KNG, she will work with the pricing team, filling some analyst duties and