Amanda Melo

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Animal science, Federal University of Viçosa, Brazil. Specialization in animal nutrition from the National University of La Plata, Argentina.

From 2016 to April 2022 - Head of quality and process management at Biofarma S.A., Argentina. Worked in the technical management area developing the integrated quality management system through the strategic design of each of the internal quality processes. Designed and developed new products from the industrial area. Formulated multi-species rations.  Provided technical support for customer satisfaction. Provided technical support to the purchasing area for the evaluation and development of new suppliers. 

Currently works as an independent consultant in the development of integral quality management systems, quality and process control, traceability, and management of continuous improvement of the efficiency of internal processes. Provides technical support in new product development, customer satisfaction, and personnel training for animal production and food establishments. 

Particle size as a key factor in sustainability

In today's context of high production costs and increasing pressure from environmental regulations, swine production faces the challenge of balancing production efficiency with the environmental and economic sustainability of the industry. A key factor in this equation is feed particle size, where simple actions available to the producer can achieve significant improvements.