Food Safety
Indian insect player secures permit to export to Europe
Arthro Biotech outlines ambitious plans to increase production to 100,000 tons annually by 2030.
Australia: campaign challenges hemp restrictions in pet food
The move aims to overturn the registration requirements that have significantly hindered pet product manufacturers’ business.
Yeast betaglucan: Nurturing the health and wellness of pets
Obesity in pets is a growing issue, with over half of dogs and cats affected. Yeast betaglucan offers a natural solution, reducing inflammation and improving overall pet health.
Post Holdings’ pet food acquisitions positively contributing to financials
The firm, which recently added J.M. Smucker’s pet brands and Perfection Pet Foods, plans to invest up to $100 million in its portfolio this year.
AAFCO and FDA to end their collaboration for defining pet food ingredients
Both bodies have worked together for the past 17 years. Now, the US federal agency is looking for a new approach.
Morocco sets rules for importing rendered pet food ingredients
The new measure could potentially broaden commercial opportunities in a sector that previously had no established framework.
British Veterinary Association supports vegan dog diets
Even though it calls for more nutritional evidence, the country’s veterinary representative body now recognizes that dogs can be safely fed with meat-alternatives products.
New UK government appoints Secretary of State in charge of pet food and rural affairs
Steve Reed contributed to the recent debate about animal welfare legislation in the Parliament.
Dog owners recognize diet as a controlling pillar for longevity yet fail to act on it
A recent survey revealed a gap between pet parents' understanding of how to increase their pets' longevity and their actual approach.
Majority of Brits are unaware of the ingredients in their pets’ food
Pet owners in Northern Ireland and London show the highest level of awareness. GlobalPETS unveils the detailed findings of a new survey.
US: Upper limit on copper concentration in dog food won’t happen for now
AAFCO’s Pet Food Committee has voted against voluntary controlled copper claims due to insufficient data after gathering feedback from industry players.
Butternut Box and PsiBufet add new production site in Poland
The British and Polish pet food manufacturers want to enhance their distribution capabilities in Europe.
Bill to centralize regulation of pet food products in the US is stuck in Congress
The sponsors of the PURR Act, which would regulate the marketing and labeling of pet products in the US at a federal level, want the proposal to be voted on by December.
Canada to update process to register imported pet supplements
The federal government aims to streamline the importation process and reduce the administrative burden on importers.
Industry responds to the need for voluntary copper claims in pet food
AAFCO sought opinion after the pet industry largely opposed any change in the current rules due to a lack of scientific evidence.
Volume growth drives Freshpet’s first months of 2024
The New Jersey-based pet food company saw overall improvements across sales, income and profits.
Pets Choice to expand footprint in the premium pet food vet sectors after acquisition
The British pet food manufacturer is the new owner of dog and cat food producer Vet’s Kitchen.
The surge of Poland’s pet food market: How BIOFEED is emerging as a key player
The Polish pet food market is evolving rapidly to meet increasing (inter)national demand. BIOFEED, formerly concentrated on agriculture, now capitalizes on this trend with a new dry pet food plant.
The evolving landscape of extrusion
Pet food has progressed significantly in recent times, with the process of extrusion required to accommodate new developments.
Pet parents and insect-based pet food: recipe for a great love story
A consumer survey powered by YummyPets reveals how pet parents feel about insect proteins in pet food and shows the high potential of such alternative protein sources in the industry.
