Special Correspondent: A high-level technical seminar focusing on advanced mineral nutrition and sustainable livestock productivity was held in Dhaka, jointly organized by Zinpro Corporation and Renata PLC. The event drew participation from poultry industry stakeholders, scientists, veterinarians and senior officials, reflecting growing interest in science-driven nutritional solutions for Bangladesh’s livestock sector.
The seminar, titled “Precision Performance Minerals: From Science to Sustainable Profitability,” was held yesterday, Thursday (07 May), at the Sky Ballroom of Le Méridien Hotel in the capital. The programme highlighted how advanced mineral nutrition can improve productivity, strengthen immunity, enhance reproductive performance and increase profitability in poultry, dairy, beef and aquaculture farming.
During the technical sessions, Dr. Saravanan Gopalakrishnan, Regional Business Executive (South Asia) of Zinpro, presented a global perspective on precision mineral technology and explained the advantages of performance minerals over conventional inorganic minerals. He emphasized the importance of science-backed nutrition solutions in achieving sustainable livestock production.
International poultry nutrition expert Dr. Leonardo Linares delivered the core scientific presentations, discussing mineral absorption, bioavailability and their effects on gut health, immunity and reproduction. He also shared field-level performance data and practical insights from different livestock sectors, demonstrating the economic and production benefits of advanced mineral supplementation.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. Abu Taleb, Marketing Manager (Poultry) of Renata PLC, highlighted the importance of practical and on-ground technical support tailored to Bangladesh’s commercial poultry industry. He said sustainable growth in the sector requires not only quality nutrition solutions but also continuous technical guidance for farmers and industry professionals.
A dedicated session on economics and return on investment (ROI) explained how precision mineral nutrition can help producers reduce hidden losses and improve farm profitability. The seminar also featured the introduction of product portfolios designed for the Bangladesh market, aiming to support modern livestock management with globally recognized nutrition technologies.
An interactive question-and-answer session was also held, where speakers responded fluently to queries from participants on mineral nutrition, farm performance and commercial application of advanced technologies. The event concluded with closing remarks from Dr. Abu Taleb, who emphasized stronger collaboration between global technology providers and Bangladesh’s livestock industry to ensure sustainable development and long-term productivity gains.
Participants expressed optimism that such knowledge-sharing initiatives would play a significant role in improving farm efficiency and strengthening the country’s rapidly growing poultry and livestock sectors.
