Pet Food Institute advocates for US producers on safety, compliance and trade

“Pet food and treat safety is the number one goal for Pet Food Institute, and much of our work is guided by the principle of how we can promote the production of safe pet food and sound policies,” says Dana Brooks, president and CEO of PFI.

PFI currently has 25 producer members that it represents. To qualify for membership, a pet food or treat business must be compliant with Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) standards, exhibit up-to-date Good Manufacturing Practices, and have at least one processing facility located in the US.

Members must also adhere to the organization’s Code of Practice, “which outlines expectations for producer members as a condition of membership and affirms our shared commitment to responsibility and integrity for pet food and treat makers,” Brooks explains.

Member companies are encouraged to participate in committees, such as the Product Safety Subcommittee, which fosters research and sharing best practices and breakthroughs in support of pet food and treat safety.

The PFI team is comprised of versatile professionals from all over the agricultural sector. For example, Brooks previously worked for Land O’ Lakes as senior director of government relations.

“With this background and expertise, staff work with our member companies and regulators at the state and federal level to support the production of safe pet food and treats, while allowing for consumer choice,” Brooks says.

Employees of the organization work with policymakers in the US and abroad to advocate for safe, science-based solutions to pet health issues, Brooks says, as well as ongoing international trade. The organization has become increasingly involved with national, consumer and trade media agendas as the pet food and treat market continues to grow.  

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