News | March 26, 2025
Bulk Feed Tote Sampling Methods Study
The Association of American Feed Control Officials’ (AAFCO) Inspection and Sampling Committee is seeking an organization, agency, or group to develop and execute a sampling method study to:
- Determine the best method for sampling bulk non-liquid feed totes.
- Determine the appropriate number of subsamples in lot size to evaluate the investigational allowance for crude protein, crude fat, crude fiber, and macro- and micronutrient analytes.
- Re-validate current sampling techniques endorsed by AAFCO in the AAFCO Inspector’s Manual.
- Establish new precision values for feed sampling procedures to ensure repeatability and defensibility of collection methods.
AAFCO invites all organizations, agencies, or universities that conduct research to consider responding to the RFP. Responses are due on May 1, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. EDT. Proposals should be submitted via email to aafco@aafco.org with the subject line “Bulk Tote Sample Study Proposal.”
Interested parties can reach out to aafco@aafco.org with any questions regarding the RFP.
Sincerely,
Austin Therrell
AAFCO Executive Director