Appointments

The appointment comes as the research agency sharpens its focus on climate resilience, food security, and farmer support across Kenya.

The collaboration will broaden the product portfolio for pet care, expand access to premium pet nutrition across the country, and bring research-backed solutions to pet families.

Tiryakioğlu’s extensive knowledge, leadership, and sectoral expertise are expected to add significant value to Alapala Holding’s sustainable growth objectives.

Chew’s technical expertise covers phytogenics, probiotics and bioactive feed additives, with sustainability remaining a central focus throughout his career.

Concurrently, Stefan Scheiber, will be proposed as Chairman of the Board of Directors at the Annual General Meeting in February 2026.

Jack Bendheim, who joined Phibro in 1969, will continue to serve as chairman of the board and provide strategic oversight in his new executive chairman role.

Nelson will lead aquafeed market development initiatives, provide specialised technical support to key customers, and work closely with the company’s R&D and engineering teams to optimise feed quality, processing efficiency.

Following this new development, Chemlock’s founders will occupy other roles within the organization. 

Meanwhile, Veramaris has announced Mark van Nieuwland as the incoming CEO of Veramaris, effective January 1, 2026.

Under his leadership, Protix plans to advance its global expansion through a sharpened strategic focus and operational agility.