Nutrition and Feed Efficiency Studies

The contract seeks to develop and test innovative feed formulations aimed at improving growth rates, egg production, and feed conversion ratios in laying hens and turkeys, with a strong focus on enhancing sustainability in poultry production. Research efforts will involve rigorous formulation design, laboratory testing, and in-field validation to identify nutrient profiles that optimize animal performance while reducing environmental impact through efficient resource use. The work is expected to yield actionable data and scalable solutions that can be adopted by commercial producers to lower feed waste, decrease greenhouse gas emissions, and improve overall flock health. This subcontract, posted by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture under the U.S. Department of Agriculture, is targeted at organizations with expertise in animal nutrition, agricultural science, or related fields. The solicitation closes on July 31, 2026, and the project is classified under NAICS code 541715, indicating it falls within research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences. The place of performance and point of contact details are not specified, but the work is anticipated to require collaboration between research teams, field sites, and potentially industry partners to ensure practical applicability and real-world impact.