Petsource plans to triple capacity with $75 million expansion
One year after launching operations, Petsource (part of Scoular) plans the expansion to meet increasing demand for freeze-dried pet food.
Petsource’s expansion of its Seward manufacturing facility, announced Tuesday, is projected for completion in early 2023 and is expected to create up to 80 new jobs.
“Pet owners have shown a steadily increasing desire for high-protein, nutrient dense, and raw nutrition pet food options when feeding their new family members,” said Petsource President Amy Patterson. “I’m thrilled that Petsource and the community of Seward can be part of the solution for our pet food customers seeking to meet the growing demand for freeze-dried pet food.”
The Petsource expansion is a critical component to larger strategic growth plans supporting the pet food industry, which include over $200 million in planned capital investments over the next several years.
“This is a very dynamic time for our company and for our industry. We are excited about the opportunity to triple Petsource’s capacity to support our valuable customers’ growth plans,” said Scoular CEO Paul Maass. “I’m confident that the talented team at Petsource will continue as a trusted partner for customers in the freeze-dried pet food industry, enabling their continued growth.”