David Palacios Rubio & Muskaan Gupta
The impact of Amazon’s recent entry into South Africa on the local industry
The e-commerce giant’s biggest challenge will be competing with local customers’ preference for physical in-store shopping.
Boost for insect protein: more Australian import permits underway
Real Pet Food Company claims to be the first to receive authorization to import BSF meal for pet food applications in the country.
Exclusive: The success of pet supplies in Tesco’s new UK marketplace
Britain’s largest supermarket chain shares its plans with GlobalPETS to add more suppliers to its pet section.
Canada took largest share of $2.4 billion in US pet food exports in 2023
A new report by AFIA suggests that dog and cat food led the animal food export categories in terms of value.
Latest appointments: Nestlé, Tom&Co, Pet Valu, Alphia and more
GlobalPETS tracks the latest C-level appointments driving growth within top pet industry companies.
Suziria and Kormotech receive grants from international organizations
Both pet players have plans to further expand their business despite the challenges posed by the ongoing war.
Latest earnings release: Freshpet and Central Garden & Pet
Freshpet increases yearly guidance, while pet sales show a flat trend at Central.
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.
A resilient quarter for Pets at Home
The British pet retailer says its recent investments in logistics, stores and digital are paying off in Q1 FY25.
How Swedencare wants to boost European footprint
The region’s performance grew 34% in the first half of 2024, but it still represents much less than North America.
UK government highlights need to protect rights of pet-owning tenants
The government’s new legislative program wants to speed up the process of entering the Renters’ Rights Bill into force.
Given the green light: UK approves the use of cultivated meat in pet food
Meatly is the country’s first to receive government authorization to sell pet food made from lab-grown meat.
The role of pet supplies in Amazon Prime Day 2024
The category is forecast to be a leader in the e-commerce giant’s annual shopping event.
Half of French pet owners have had to give up veterinary visits
According to new research, high costs, lack of appointments, and geographical obstacles are the reasons. GlobalPETS learns more.
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.
Arcaplanet-Fressnapf deal (II): From being a reference in Germany to becoming a European leader
The German pet retail group is taking a big step in Italy to continue pursuing its goal of capturing more of the European market.
22.6 million: pet ownership in the Netherlands increased slightly last year
A new survey reveals that more than 74% of pet parents in the country didn’t change their spending habits despite inflation.
i-Tail to become one of the most influential corporations in Thailand’s stock exchange
The pet food manufacturer expects to strengthen its global market position after being included in the SET50 Index.
Iper La grande i rebrands its pet business
The Italian hypermarket chain expands its product portfolio to more than just food.
New bill in Italy proposes VAT relief on pet food and vet products
Value-added tax would decrease from the current 22% to 10%. But what are the chances of this proposal succeeding?
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