Can CRISPR stop the spread of avian influenza?

The technology shows promise to improve disease resistance, but there are practical, ethical and regulatory hurdles to overcome first.

Elizabeth Doughman

January 5, 2024

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Potentially game changing research revealed that altering a small section of chicken DNA using a technology called CRISPR improved resistance to avian influenza with no negative impacts on health or well-being.

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Report: Taste trumps health as top pet food driver

Post Holdings shares upcoming executive leadership changes

Pet Food Marketing and Branding

Report: Taste trumps health as top pet food driver

According to new research from Brandon, pet parents prioritize flavor over health benefits and ingredient quality.

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Nordic pet care company reports strong H1 performance

Musti Group posts 14.3% sales growth, while Bene Meat Technologies calls for clearer EU cultivated meat regulation.

Musti Group has reported improved net sales for the first six months of this year owing to the acquisition of Pet City.

U.S. and Canada

45 US pet food companies' revenues in 2024

Although dogs have long been the main drivers of US pet food industry growth, that may be changing. Cats may now be the top dog.

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Pet Food Market

Chilean pet food market reveals emotional purchasing drivers

A comprehensive 2025 study uncovers how pet-owner bonds, household routines and social influences are reshaping brand loyalty and purchasing decisions in Chile's evolving pet food landscape.

According to recent research, deep emotional bonds increasingly drive pet food purchasing decisions beyond traditional factors like price and nutrition in Chile.

52 European pet food companies' annual revenue 2024

Mergers and acquisitions were a prominent force in Europe last year, as was the slow but steady rise in pet ownership.

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Pet Food Additives/Supplements

Trace minerals, big effect on health and pet food marketing

From a marketing perspective, trace minerals represent a largely untapped story. Human food trends show growing consumer awareness of mineral fortification, and pet owners are likely to follow.

Adventures in Pet Food

Tips for navigating tariffs: Is your pet food business prepared?

New U.S. tariffs have gone into effect, affecting many imports of pet food, ingredients, packaging or other raw materials. Where does your company stand?

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Chart: Top 10 European pet food companies by 2024 revenue

With a growing pet population and robust business environment, European pet food companies may continue growing in 2025 despite tariffs, military conflicts and other macroeconomic challenges.

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Study: Carrot prebiotic delivers consistent canine gut health benefits

Peer-reviewed research finds Benicaros ingredient delivers targeted microbiome effects regardless of breed or baseline gut composition.

Benicaros is a 100% natural prebiotic fiber from upcycled carrot pomace, a byproduct of carrot juicing.

Global Commerce

Pet industry faces new tariff reality as August 1 deadline passes

The American Pet Products Association launches educational webinar series to help companies navigate evolving trade compliance requirements and avoid costly penalties.

Despite an August 1 tariff implementation deadline, several countries have received extensions.

Freshpet net sales up 12.5% to US$264.7 million in Q2 2025

Net sales increased 15.0% to $527.9 million for the first six months of 2025 compared to $459.1 million in the prior year period.

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Pet Food Market

As cat ownership hits all-time high, are pet food companies adapting?

Despite growth in multi-cat households and "Cat Dad" demographics, 55% of pet food professionals report no marketing strategy changes to capture emerging opportunities.

Cat ownership reached 49 million households in 2024, driven largely by Gen Z and Millennial pet parents.

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