▼Pet Food Processing

Statistic spotlight ?? While inflation impacted prices for all #petfood and treat categories over the last 12 months, semi-moist formats experienced the steepest price hikes year-over-year. Find more of the latest #petfoodindustry sales data in our 2024 State of the Industry report here: https://ow.ly/iFJs50TM2n7

Meghan Dicks has joined the American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) as its new director of membership and engagement. She will leverage her experience in regulatory affairs and food safety in the #animalfeed and #petfood industries to enhance the AFIA membership experience. Read more on the new personnel: https://ow.ly/L3so50TM28T #petfoodindustry

Pet wellness company 2B Associates announced its acquisition of health and wellness products manufacturer PreMark Health Science. According to the company, the #acquisition will accelerate its development and production and provide a competitive advantage for its groundbreaking pet products, particularly for its dog wellness brand, Carson and Bear Dog Wellness Program. “This strategic move allows us to leverage PreMark’s expertise to further our commitment to developing revolutionary pet wellness products,” Scott Steinford, founder and chairman of 2B Associates. More on the acquisition: https://ow.ly/EwZc50TK5vw #petfoodindustry

CULT Food Science announced Kevin Ryan will be joining its subsidiary, Further Foods Inc., as the head of marketing and sales for its #petfood brand, Noochies! In his new role, Ryan will guide the growth of the brand into new markets and channels, while building and maintaining strong relationships with key clients, distributors and retail partners. “His expertise and ability to identify market opportunities, combined with his strategic approach to both sales and marketing, will be instrumental in driving our growth and establishing Noochies! as a top brand in the global specialty pet market,” said Mitchell Scott, CEO of CULT Food Science. More on the new personnel: https://ow.ly/CVCR50TK5jJ #petfoodindustry

Walmart announced it will be significantly expanding its pet care offerings in an effort to widen access to #petfood, healthcare, supplies and more. This expansion comes as a response to the ongoing growth of the #petindustry and the financial impact of inflation on consumers. More details: https://ow.ly/hp1B50TK5cr #petfoodindustry

Nearly 300 professionals from throughout the United States made their journey to sunny Kansas City for the inaugural Pet Food Processing Exchange, a conference hosted by Pet Food Processing and parent company Sosland Publishing Co. The #petfoodindustry event far surpassed expectations, providing attendees extremely valuable insights and opportunities for fostering connections. Continue reading for a recap on the #petfood event: https://ow.ly/25Co50TK59B

US #petfood and treat sales are expected to reach $112 billion in sales in 2030, an increase from $64 billion in 2023. In order to reach these lofty goals, the #petfoodindustry will need to stay tuned to evolving consumer demand while also battling continued supply chain challenges and a shifting regulatory environment. “The data has shown that the pet industry has remained incredibly strong since 2009 despite wide-scale economic challenges,” said Pete S., president and chief executive officer of American Pet Products Association (APPA). “While there are signs of slowing, the industry is resilient, especially compared to other industries.” Continue reading about the current state of the industry and where’s its headed: https://ow.ly/sVLt50TK52n

Plant-based, fresh #dogfood producer Bramble announced that seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton is its newest investor. Hamilton is joined by his bulldog, Roscoe, who will become the brand's chief taste officer. Continue reading on the investment: https://ow.ly/jIQW50TK4UJ #petfoodindustry

Trending Tuesday ?? The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) is currently considering a new #petfood and #animalfeed ingredient review proposal from Kansas State University. Under the proposal, a panel of experts from universities and independent consultants would review ingredient submissions. Keep reading: https://ow.ly/oec850TK4Pt #petfoodindustry

Sustainable ingredient supplier Corbion has appointed Coen Esser as the global business director of animal nutrition and health for the company’s Health & Nutrition division. In his role, Esser will collaborate with current customers and create new relationships to advance sustainability and deliver innovation through Corbion Health & Nutrition’s portfolio of algae-based ingredients. More on the new personnel: https://ow.ly/B6uU50TK4ML #petfoodindustry