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During strong El Niño, microalgae offer sustainable source of omega-3s for pet food
Microalgae-derived EPA and DHA could help pet food producers address sustainability and omega-3 supply challenges associated with fish oil.
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Private label pet care growth outpaces national brands
Brand loyalty still has its place in the pet food and care market, but private label sales are rising faster than those of name brands, even for premium products.
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Episode 117: What are the benefits of staying in your lane as a brand strategy?
Vital Essentials' Amanda Welsh joins the podcast to talk about brands that stay true to their identity, rather than chasing every trend, to build the consumer trust needed to win at the point of sale.
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United Petfood acquires dry food plant from Wellness Pet
The private label manufacturer will add a third North American production site in Decatur, Arkansas, through its agreement with Wellness Pet Company.
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Biology of flavor offers tools for pet food palatability boosts
Understanding the neurobiology behind how dogs and cats integrate taste, aroma and texture in their perception of flavor could help pet food formulators address palatability challenges and develop targeted products.
Market Trends and Reports
Report: Top trends reshaping private label pet products
According to a new ADM report, store brands are moving into premium tiers as pet owners look for quality nutrition and functional benefits at lower prices.
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Interzoo Pavilion returns to Petfood Forum 2027
Interzoo will host a joint pavilion for international pet food suppliers, machinery manufacturers and ingredient providers at Petfood Forum 2027 in Kansas City, Missouri.
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Survey: Half of dog owners now buy premium food
A new survey from Tractor Supply Co. finds more than half of dog owners choose premium, fresh or organic food, with younger generations spending more and prioritizing their pets' diets over their own.
Pet Food Safety
Years finds no contamination in dog food probe
The company reports independent investigators found no evidence linking Years' recipes to reported cases of sudden bilateral dry eye in dogs; the company will resume fresh meal deliveries in October.
Pet Food Market
Veterinary costs push pet inflation higher in August
Rising veterinary prices drove overall pet inflation up in August 2026, even as pet food and supply costs declined, according to monthly data tracked by the Pet Business Professor.
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Kormotech's Unbroken Animals program pairs dogs with Ukrainian veterans
The Unbroken Animals program in Lviv, Ukraine, established by Kormotech, pairs specially trained dogs with veterans and their handlers to support physical and emotional rehabilitation.
Market Trends and Reports
Türkiye pet trends develop as pet ownership, humanization grow
With global access to the trends and pet ownership advice more mature markets have long had access to, Turkish pet owners are asking for premium, health-focused pet food options.
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Southeast Asia's table-scrap feeding down to 40% or less
Table scraps still linger in some Southeast Asian pet bowls, but commercial food is closing the gap fast as owners rethink what's safe, and convenient, to feed.
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