The 19th Annual Feeds & Pet Food Extrusion Short Course , organized by the  Food Protein Research & Development Center of the  Texas Engineering Experiment Station , went on without a hitch the week of February 1-6 in College Station, Texas, USA.

The objectives for the gathering were to train production personnel in principles and characteristics of extruders and support systems for effective selection and operation; review current practices for preparation of full-fat soy meal, processing raw animal products, preparation of petfoods, aquaculture, poultry and swine feeds; and demonstrate equipment in operation, and familiarize attendees with practical aspects of feeds extrusion technology.

Petfood Industry's  associate editor Jessica Taylor presented at the extrusion short course.

The next event will occur sometime early 2010, but details are yet to come.