Pet Food Processing

Golden Pet Brands announces new executive appointments

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Apu Mody was appointed CEO and John Meloun was named CFO.

The Honest Kitchen adds lamb recipe to its dry food lineup

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400

The recipe combines pasture-raised lamb with cage-free chicken to offer a balanced, high-protein option.

Beggin’ named Official Dog Treat of US Soccer

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400

To celebrate, the brand is hosting a competition and launching new themed treats.

Blue Buffalo debuts mini dog treats

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400

BLUE Nudges Minis are bite-sized treats inspired by classic summer cookout foods.

New study explores best feeding guidelines for senior cats

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Waltham Petcare Science Institute and Royal Canin researchers conducted an in-home study on 134 cats.

Nutrition Raises Pet Production Safety Standards

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Pet humanization is redefining standards, forcing a shift in how animal food is made and inspected.

FSIS reorganizes, plans new food safety center in Iowa

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

The agency will relocate around 200 of its employees from Washington.

NARA accepting applications for rendering scholarship

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

This year, the association will award up to three scholarships.

Pet Supplies Plus opens new location in Long Island

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

The new store will create approximately 12 local jobs.

Mars advances clean energy in Europe with new landmark agreement

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

The project will support the company’s pet food manufacturing facility in Lithuania.

No Bull, No Hype: The State of AI in Food & Animal Nutrition

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Independent research across the food, pet food, and animal feed industries reveals how companies are approaching AI — and where early movers lead.

The scoop on PSC’s Impact Unleashed 2026

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Registration for the educational event is open now through June 9.

Friends & Family Pet Food launches cultivated meat pet treats in retail

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

This makes the products the first cultivated pet food products sold in Asia.

Kradle launches in Petco stores

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

The brand’s products now available in Petco stores include Daily Calming Chews, Calming Bliss Bars and Nighttime Calming Chews.

Rangen Group unveils new website

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

The site allows users to explore the company’s solutions for pet nutrition, livestock and aquaculture.

Fresh dog food brand hits the market to bring human food standards to pets

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Golden Child is seeking to elevate fresh pet nutrition by integrating rigorous formulation standards, culinary creativity and operational excellence.

USDA: United States represents largest pet food exporter to China

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Despite continued tariffs and economic uncertainties, the United States exported $244.7 million worth of cat and dog food to the country.

Wuffes expands into Petco stores

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

This expansion is the first large-scale retail partnership in the brand’s history.

PPG unveils aluminum coating for pet food cans

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

According to the company, PPG NUTRISHIELD® MAX PPG7590 is the first polyvinyl chloride non-intent, one-component coil coating in the United States.

Rooted Owl to participate in new pet health venture fund

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

The brand is one of eight companies participating in Pawsible Ventures’ first cohort.

Registration opens for AFIA’s PCQI refresher training

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

The course will provide a review of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) requirements that apply to animal feed.

Harnessing the power of sustainable energy

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Pet food manufacturers are making strides on sustainability initiatives including reducing dependency on fossil fuels.

NutriPack adds operations leaders to team

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Jon Kanellos has been appointed director of Quality Assurance and Operations and Jared Kaney as director of Business Development and Operational Excellence.

Native Microbials names new CEO

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Jason Benater succeeds Mike Seely, who co-founded the company 11 years ago.

Dr. Pol launches Clinical Nutrition line exclusively at Walmart

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

The line was developed to provide many of the same targeted benefits of prescription pet food, while offering greater accessibility and affordability.

Natoo Pet Foods debuts meal topper variety packs

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

The toppers provide pets with a boost of flavor and nutrients to their complete-and-balanced meals.

New dog nutrition brand debuts to bring ‘clinical-grade’ nutrition to market

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Purely Golden Foods focuses on controlled research, veterinary nutrition expertise and batch-level verification to develop small-breed nutrition.

M2 Ingredients, Anchor Ingredients team up to expand functional mushroom innovation in pet nutrition

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Through the partnership, Anchor Ingredients will distribute M2 Ingredients’ portfolio of mushroom powders and extracts to its extensive network.

Butcher’s Naturals expands into Publix stores

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

The brand’s single-source meat treats are now available in 1,467 Publix stores across the Southeast.

Canadian premium pet treat brand expands dental treat distribution

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Mellow Premium’s flagship line of Dental Treats are natural, long lasting and high in protein.