In 2015 compound feed production will likely reach close to 1 billion tonnes worldwide and the FAO estimates that by 2050 the demand for food will grow by 60 %. This poses significant opportunities and challenges for the entire agri-food chain. Alexandra Althayde from IFIF believes that only by working together at international level and focusing on innovation and capacity building can our sector provide sustainable, safe, nutritious and affordable food for a growing world population.