Pet Food
Interview: United Petfood maps out next phase of growth in North America
The private label player is adding dry food capacity in the region while shifting European investments toward wet food, treats and localized production.
Pet care brands rethink the routes to international growth
Montego Pet Nutrition, ZuttoNyan, Bolt Pet Food, Globe Buddy and VEGDOG target new markets across Europe, the US and Asia. GlobalPETS has the details.
Ecuador adds pet food to its household consumption basket
The South American country updated its basic goods and services list for the first time in four decades, expanding it from 75 to 98 items to reflect changing spending habits.
Nutrition and health projects attract R&D investments in the pet industry
While amounts and shares differ, companies are opting for facility expansions and biotech partnerships in the pursuit of targeted goals in innovation.
From Hollywood to Formula 1, pet brands court new audiences
Fancy Feast, Jinx, Canidae, The Farmer’s Dog, Feline Frenzy and VETRESKA are partnering with public figures to expand their reach, engage new audiences and support commercial growth.
Inflation snapshot: Pet prices fluctuate as markets face higher interest rates
Pet prices moved in different directions across Europe, the US, Brazil and India in August as central banks adjusted monetary policy.
VAFO grows health and nutrition portfolio with Pezz life investment, Sam’s Field launch
The initiatives expand the company’s presence in preventive health, strengthen its direct-to-consumer reach and broaden its premium nutrition offering.
Pet industry pulse (II): Manufacturers deliver growth despite uneven market conditions
Six of seven companies analyzed by GlobalPETS increased sales in Q2 2026, with a favorable price-volume mix and channel expansion offsetting market and cost pressures.
General Mills: Cat food continues to lead pet portfolio growth
Strong category performance offsets weaker dog food sales and modest treats growth. GlobalPETS has the details.
Purina invests €55M to upgrade Italian pet food plant
The investment in a plant near Venice targets manufacturing flexibility, digitalization and wastewater treatment.









