Debbie Phillips-DonaldsonDebbie Phillips-Donaldson is editor-in-chief of Petfood Industry magazine and Petfood Forum.From the Author - Page 23Pet Food MarketHas COVID-19 really affected pet food shopping behavior?Despite multiple reports about the acceleration of pet food e-commerce, a new survey shows many pet owners still buy pet food primarily in physical stores.Pet Food MarketGlobal shipping, supply disruptions affecting pet foodLike most industries, pet food has faced shortages and delays due to the ongoing shipping and supply problems, which may not disappear for another year.Pet Food MarketHigher online demand for pet food continuing in 2021The number of people shopping for pet food on Amazon Marketplace is higher now than pre-pandemic, indicating ongoing consumer interest in shopping online.Pet Food MarketPet food ranks among top-selling consumer product goodsFor the 52 weeks ending June 13, 2021, pet food ranked number five among consumer product good categories, while pet treats showed strong growth.Market Trends and ReportsWhat will people be talking about at Petfood Forum?Pet food professionals seem eager to reconnect at Petfood Forum and are likely to engage in conversations about several issues facing the industry.Pet Food MarketPet food draws big-name investment, private equity focusLarge investment firms are following the pet food and pet care industries, which also continue to attract private equity investors and acquisitions.Market Trends and ReportsPet food industry reconnects at Petfood Forum 2021Petfood Forum 2021 in Kansas City, Missouri, USA, offers pet food professionals the opportunity to reconnect and learn, in person, for the first time in more than two years.NutritionMeasuring protein’s impact on pet food sustainabilityPet food’s environmental impact has come under scrutiny based on a study often disputed by industry experts, but do we know the true level of sustainability?Pet Food MarketNew pet food product launches bounce back, focus on healthData on new pet foods and treats introduced from June 2020-May 2021 shows growth, driven by health and wellness claims and human-food-influenced trends.Pet Food Market2 reasons for robust pet food M&A activity in 2021Small pet food companies may be seeking to sell due to pending tax increases and the uncertain supply chain. Will that discourage new entrants into the market?Pet Food MarketIs pet food ripe for innovation post-COVID?While pet food sales and spending grew remarkably in 2020, new product launches declined significantly, providing an opportunity for innovation now.Pet Food MarketHow can pet food brands respond to sustainability demands?Consumers hold brands responsible for sustainability and want environmental data on labels. Can pet food meet that demand given a lack of standardization?Previous PagePage 23 of 83Next Page
