SALISBURY, MD (June 27, 2025) - Perdue AgriBusiness' industry-leading research in animal
nutrition was recently recognized with a prestigious award in the dairy space. Dr. Jonas de Souza,
Director of Technical Services and R&D for Perdue Animal Nutrition, was named a 2025 Recipient
of the Lallemand Award for Scientific Excellence in Dairy Nutrition at the American Dairy Science
Association’s (ADSA) Annual Meeting in Louisville, Kentucky.

Dr. de Souza joined Perdue AgriBusiness in 2018, after earning his Ph.D. in Dairy Nutrition from
Michigan State University. He is an expert in translating the complex world of dairy nutrition and
production into digestible strategies that support business goals and growth. His current work
examines how to increase the production of fat and protein in dairy cows in a profitable way.
“I’m really excited to receive this award, and of course I have many people that helped me along
the way,” said Dr. de Souza. “I owe a lot to my mentors in academia and in the industry. They have
shaped my career and really helped me to grow into the role that I hold today.”
de Souza’s win marks a first for the program, which has historically recognized academics in the
category.

“He’s helping drive innovation and advance the science of dairy nutrition,” said Perry Aulie,
President of Perdue AgriBusiness. “We’re proud to have Jonas on our team and excited to see his
impact.”

Learn more about this recognition and hear from Dr. de Souza here.

About Perdue AgriBusiness

Ranked among the largest grain companies in the U.S., Perdue AgriBusiness is a leading
merchandiser, processor, and exporter of agricultural products and the largest U.S. manufacturer
of specialty, organic, and non-GMO oils sold to the food industry. It also ranks as one of the biggest
suppliers of organic feed ingredients in the world. Through Perdue AgriBusiness, the company
purchases 200M bushels of grain annually from its 5,800 farmers and partners. With more than 63
million bushels of storage, deep-water port, transload facilities, oilseed crushing operations,
edible oil refinery, and protein blend mills, the company serves markets across the United
States and around the world.

Visit www.perdueagribusiness.com for more information.