Production

From insect protein to upcycled seaweed - how the Harter Test Center solves the engineering challenges of next-generation pet food.

Players operating in this lucrative field are investing in innovation, as supply volatility and sustainability issues present challenges.

Pet parents demand more from what goes into the bowl, with rising sustainability expectations. The question is no longer if alternative proteins will shape the future, but which ones.

Set to begin operations in 2031, the facility will produce 100,000 tons of pet food annually.

MiAlgae, Elanco, Mamidocder, Farmina Pet Foods and MHP Pet Food have recently expanded operations.

Although not designed specifically for the pet industry, these initiatives aim to boost investment, modernization and local production capacity.

Reliance, Mankind and Tata 1mg aim to make pet food more accessible for consumers.

KatKin, Hello Vet, Dr. Paws and Right4Paws secure funding to expand clinics, scale production and invest in technology.

Digitail, nextProtein, Marleybones, Muttley Crew, Pawsible Ventures, The Cat Health Company and Lil Luv Dog are raising millions to expand globally.

Following months under judicial observation, the insect company was unable to obtain the financing needed to keep operating.