Pet Food
Beyond kibble: Inside Europe’s D2C pet food market
New industry data reveals that 5 European countries account for nearly half of all direct-to-consumer pet food brands in the region.
French pet market (I): Pet food holds steady at €4.8bn, exports drive nearly half of production
Digital channels hold steady at 28% for dog food and 21% for cat food, while supermarkets remain the dominant retail channel.
Jollyes increases revenue by 8.7%, driven by store expansion, private label and frozen raw food
The British pet retailer shares plans to double its brick-and-mortar footprint over the next 5 years.
UK pet food exporters set to benefit from new Gulf trade agreement
The new free trade deal aims to eliminate the GCC’s 5% import tariff on pet food and reduce trade barriers for British exporters across the bloc.
Interview: Drools targets European push after reaching scale in India
Fresh food innovation and e-commerce growth are shaping the company’s next chapter. GlobalPETS sits down with CEO Shashank Sinha.
New funding and acquisitions in the UK pet sector target expansion into mainland Europe
Two UK pet companies are using investment and M&A to expand distribution, build capacity and strengthen their positions.
Pet industry voices concern as US rules out renewal of free trade deal with Canada and Mexico
The USMCA remains in force until 2036, but industry groups warn that annual reviews could undermine trade stability and create uncertainty.
General Mills’ pet food sales rise 6% in FY2026 despite organic decline
Double-digit growth in cat food and improved pricing helped boost fourth-quarter sales and profit, while organic sales remained under pressure.
Round-up: Pet food producers ramp up investment in capacity and innovation
VAFO Group, Champion Petfoods and Cargill have unveiled major investments across Europe and Canada.
Pet supplies among the least returned e-commerce categories in Switzerland
Galaxus reports significantly lower return rates for pet products than fashion and sports items.









