Production
Round-up: Pet nutrition firms invest in new plants and production hubs
MHP Pet Food, Nestlé Purina, Mars, Golden Pet Brands and dsm-firmenich are expanding their manufacturing capacities.
Mycoprotein and green leaf protein gain early commercial traction in pet food
New partnerships signal growing industry interest as manufacturers test the functionality and palatability of novel protein sources.
Global pet food production grows 2.4% in 2025, slowing from previous years
Europe and Asia lead gains while North America cools on changing pet ownership patterns. GlobalPETS has the details.
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Tackling oxidation at the source with new nitrogen filling capabilities
The Fatory has added nitrogen filling to its liquid bottling line to protect oil-based formulations from oxidation.
European raw pet food makers unite on new manufacturing standard
The initiative, based on the UK’s standardized guidelines, aims to establish an EU-wide framework for companies operating in the segment.
Europe’s largest cultivated meat facility to start operations in 2027
Meatly aims to accelerate commercial production in the UK after becoming the first approved to sell cultivated pet food in the country.
Freshpet posts profitable Q1 as Millennials and high-income pet parents continue spending
Online orders account for more than 16% of Q1 revenue while the company lifts its FY2026 outlook.
Legault Group pivots to retail after selling manufacturing operations
The Canadian pet player will continue developing products and brands, but will rely on manufacturing partners for production.
Interview: MHP accelerates pet food expansion after Eurobond refinancing
The Ukrainian agri-food group is targeting Southeastern Europe with a new pet food production plant in Croatia.
South Africa’s pet industry heats up with new acquisitions
Consumer giant RCL FOODS is expanding into wet pet food, while the holding company of pet food producer Montego Pet Nutrition has taken over a local manufacturer.