David Palacios Rubio
UK and US officials highlight the potential of pet food in South Korea
Both countries believe the market offers exciting business opportunities for pet firms.
US government funds projects to leverage the pet industry across international markets
The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) and the Pet Food Institute (PFI) received a capital injection of $1.5 million.
FEDIAF welcomes new Secretary General
Sonia Franck brings more than 25 years of experience in the European pharma sector with her.
Arcaplanet: new digital features, more stores and sustainable targets
The biggest Italian pet retailer shares with GlobalPETS the achievements in 2023 and plans for the upcoming year.
J.M. Smucker’s performance impacted by divested pet food brands
The manufacturer, which posted fewer sales and profit in the last quarter, is optimistic about the pet business for the remainder of the fiscal year.
Final decision: BRF keeps its pet food business
The Brazilian food giant considered selling its pet portfolio earlier in the year. Why has it suddenly changed its mind?
i-Tail’s sales drop 35% in Q3: forecasts upward trend in Q4
The subsidiary of tuna multinational Thai Union acknowledges the impact caused by the softened demand from customers in Southeast Asia.
Maxi Zoo France targets 50+ new store openings in 2024
The retailer increased sales by 30% in the first 6 months of 2023 while adapting to changes in consumer preferences. CEO Jan Wejbrandt shares more insights.
Legal alert: updated EU rules on organic pet food labeling to become a reality this year
Europe will remove the previously “excessive” criteria of 100% of agricultural ingredients to qualify for organic labeling.
Pet supplies hit $300 million on Amazon Prime Day 2023
We dive into the pet brands that generated the most revenue in the US.
Analysis: High inflation continues impacting pet supplies
Europe takes the lead in the biggest price increases in the first months of 2023.
Pet Circle raises $50 million to expand its market share
The Australian online pet retailer confirms to GlobalPETS that it is in the final stages of closing the funding.
€508 million: Symrise’s bid for Swedencare
The offer is a mandatory procedure after recently acquiring a 30% stake in the Swedish pet care company.
Brazil’s pet market revenue jumps 16.4%
The growth rate is declining overall, while online sales spiked in 2022.
Almost 1 million new pets were insured in North America in 2022
Premium values increased by 23.5%, according to the North American Pet Health Insurance Association (NAPHIA).
Pet food brands vs. private label in the US: an analysis
Traditional brands hold top market share both online and offline, with pet food in the lead.
Uber Eats to deliver PetSmart products in North America
GlobalPETS learned more details about the first partnership of the popular food delivery platform with a pet retailer.
Ÿnsect closes €160 million funding round; plans a second capitalization
The French insect farming firm eyes expansion in North America and Asia to increase its vertical farms.
Purina announces new investment in Southern Brazil
The construction of a new pet food plant from Nestlé’s subsidiary in Vargeão will cost $440 million.
What we know about the Natural Balance and Canidae merger
The combination of pet businesses is expected to strengthen both brands in the retailing sector.
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