Pet Food

Mars Petcare, General Mills, Hill’s and Post Holdings are among the businesses naming new leaders across key strategic roles in recent weeks.

A new study shows Italian pet owners are increasingly prioritizing nutritional claims, while interest in locally made products declines.

Companies across Asia Pacific and the Americas are reinforcing their credentials on sustainability backed by verified assessments.

The Swedish pet food group is strengthening its business with in-house production, regional sourcing and a direct-to-consumer customer base.

New industry data shows that pets are found in 54.5% of Italian households, while fish account for the largest share of the pet population.

Nearly 8 out of 10 sales in the country’s pet sector came from pet food, while e-commerce continued to increase its share of turnover over the year.

From PFAS-free packaging to lab-grown dog treats, the pet industry event in Nuremberg showcased how environmental and economic realities are shaping the market.

One of the hits at Interzoo was a 3-in-1 treat, toy and social media photo accessory designed for today's social-savvy pet parents.

The trade association has also set priorities in nutrition, safety and standards, while engaging in ongoing negotiations with the EU. GlobalPETS has the details.

The initiative, based on the UK’s standardized guidelines, aims to establish an EU-wide framework for companies operating in the segment.