5 poultry health, welfare areas in need of innovation

The poultry industry faces urgent challenges that depend on the development of new technologies that are scalable, practical and economically viable.

Elizabeth Doughman

January 13, 2026

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How the EU-Mercosur agreement could affect pet food trade

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Global Commerce

How the EU-Mercosur agreement could affect pet food trade

While the agreement may not create pet-food-specific provisions, its structure illustrates how trade policy can affect the sector indirectly through classification systems and broader agricultural trade rules.

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Brand Insights

Plasma: A Multi-Faceted Ingredient Supporting Health, Formula Functionality, and Nutrition in Pet Food

APC Inc

Discover how plasma protein supports pet health, boosts palatability, and improves pet food functionality and processing performance in modern formulations.

Plasma: A Multi-Faceted Ingredient Supporting Health, Formula Functionality, and Nutrition in Pet Food

Insect-based Cat and Dog Food

Cosmopet introduces insect-protein dry food line in UAE

Formulated with insect protein, the company's full portfolio for dogs and cats is now available at Petzone.

Cosmopet specializes in hypoallergenic formulas enriched with insect protein.

Map of European pet food companies: Culinary traditions plus growing markets

Countries with strong agricultural bases, mature food processing sectors and culturally ingrained views of pets as companions tend to support larger and more diverse pet food industries.

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Vitamin E role expanded from pet food nutrient to multifunction antioxidant

Since 2007, vitamin E has evolved from a nutrient viewed primarily through the lens of deficiency prevention to one understood as part of a broader antioxidant strategy.

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Map of US pet food makers: Geography shapes industry

While the Midwest is likely to remain the industry’s production core, growth in coastal and southern states suggests a more balanced national network.

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Latin America/Carribean

Iansa to sell pet food business in Chile

The transaction includes an industrial facility, brands and related assets for US$9 million.

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Dog and Cat Food Nutrition

Mixed feeding for cats: health benefits may drive wet pet food consumption

Cats are known for low water intake, which can lead to urinary problems. Combining dry and wet foods may ease owner concerns, but ingredient quality matters as much as hydration.

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2026 growth, freeze-dried future: Petfood Industry Quiz Jan. 16-22

Test your knowledge of pet food industry trends with this week’s quiz covering freeze-dried formulation challenges, 2026 growth forecasts, product innovations, and Petfood Forum insights. Stay informed and competitive.

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Petfood Forum News

Freeze-dried pet food requires tailored antioxidant strategies

Rangen's Melissa Weber will address oxidative stability challenges unique to freeze-dried formats at Petfood Forum 2026.

Freeze-dried pet foods require specialized antioxidant strategies to prevent lipid oxidation and maintain product quality throughout shelf life.

Ingredients and substances to avoid

PCB and dioxin still a health and safety consideration in pet food

Since 2011, the most consequential shift is the tightening health-based guidance in Europe.

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Adventures in Pet Food

Unpredictable consumer behavior? Turn to innovation

In a climate of constantly evolving consumer demands, many pet food companies are prioritizing innovation and new product development in 2026.

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Business Strategy

Pet food M&A activity may evolve and outpace rest of pet industry

Industry analysts expect the next wave of activity to be shaped by a backlog of sponsor-backed assets, strategic diversification efforts and financial engineering tools designed to bridge valuation gaps.

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