Global Commerce

Global Commerce

China’s pet food imports decline amid tariffs and domestic competition

Despite headwinds affecting finished products, U.S. ingredients such as poultry meal, plasma and functional ingredients remain highly valued by Chinese manufacturers for their consistency, nutritional quality and performance in premium formulations.

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China’s pet food market hit US$23.2 billion in 2025

As Chinese consumers increasingly prioritize quality, transparency and functionality, ingredient suppliers and pet food companies that align with these preferences are expected to find continued opportunities in the market.

A Chow Chow Standing In A Port In China

Australia/Pacific

Infographic: US pet food exports to Australia and New Zealand grew in 2025

The continued emphasis on premiumization and pet humanization trends in Australia and New Zealand could support further growth for U.S. brands as consumers seek products that combine quality, safety and targeted nutritional benefits.

Model Of The Sydney Opera House Made Of Dog Kibble

Latin America/Carribean

Beyond Brazil and Mexico: Latin America's new pet food growth map

As cat food surges and smaller markets develop distinct industrial identities, a more fragmented — and more nuanced — Latin American growth story is emerging.

Across much of Latin America, cat food volumes are increasing faster than dog food.

Latin America/Carribean

CMI, Grupo Bios form Central American pet food alliance

The partnership unites two established regional players to build one of Latin America's most influential pet food platforms.

The agreement lays the foundation for what could become one of the most influential pet food platforms in Central America and the Caribbean.

Global Commerce

The Strait of Hormuz crisis tests the pet food industry's resilience

Three months into the blockade, industry associations report limited impact on pet food so far, though energy costs and shipping disruption remain serious concerns.

When it comes to supply chains, pet food manufacturers have become significantly more resilient in recent years because they have had to be.

Lord Jameson enters South Korea with Aromnaom partnership

The organic dog treat manufacturer will distribute its products to pet retailers across South Korea through Seoul-based Aromnaom.

The Nutriment Company acquires UK raw pet food supplier

The acquisition strengthens TNC's position with specialist U.K. retailers in the fast-growing affordable raw segment.

Tnc Yorkshire Raw Feeds

Global Commerce

Brazil reports double-digit growth in pet exports for 2025

Pet food accounted for 90% of exported goods

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Global Commerce

Indian producer ventures into fresh pet food

Drools partners with Tetra Pak to enter India's fresh pet food segment and grows its UAE footprint, while Italy's MF Tecno Packaging Systems points to rising SKU complexity and premiumization reshaping pet food packaging.

Sports, European manufacturing, international events: Petfood Industry News Quiz May 15-21

Test your knowledge on acquisition activity, themes emerging from Petfood Forum Europe 2026, and Zoomark’s plans to expand its international reach.

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The Nutriment Company acquires German raw pet food platform

TNC acquired Frostfutter Perleberg and its eBarf brand from K&K Petfood GmbH.

Nutriment Frostfutter Perleberg

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