Sustainability

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.

The manufacturer and distributor identifies opportunities where other industries see little to no potential.

As plant-based foods become more nutritionally sophisticated, recent research suggests they can be digestible and potentially beneficial, at least for dogs.

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.

Environmentally conscious growth is being propelled by both legislation and economic necessity, and savvy companies are focusing on innovative ingredients, better designed packaging and more resource-efficient operations.

How will the Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition Directive affect pet industry players when it comes into force this year? And what can you do now to prepare for it?

Why probiotics are taking center stage in pet food, plus a practical example.

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

The segment is outpacing the broader dog food category, as major retailers and brands launch new lines to meet rising consumer demand.