Debbie Phillips-DonaldsonDebbie Phillips-Donaldson is editor-in-chief of Petfood Industry magazine and Petfood Forum.From the Author - Page 25Market Trends and ReportsWhy pet food, pet product supply disruptions continueIncreased consumer demand, spot raw material shortages, shipping disruptions and higher costs due to the pandemic will persist into the first part of 2022.Pet Food MarketCats are ‘underserved’: Will pet food industry fix that?Traditionally, dog food has overshadowed cat food, but as the cat population grows worldwide, cat food innovation and product launches are increasing.Pet Food MarketWill zero tolerance for Salmonella in pet food ever change?The Food and Drug Administration allows zero tolerance of Salmonella in pet foods, and one industry safety expert believes that policy is here to stay.Pet Food MarketInsect protein for pet food buzzing into mainstreamAs insects are approved as pet food ingredients in the US, and large pet food players introduce products with insect protein, the segment is poised to explode.Pet Food MarketInsights on pet ownership changes, impact on pet foodIn a reversal from previous years, developed pet food markets had the highest levels of pet population growth in 2020, mostly in more affluent households.Pet Food Market‘New’ Natural Balance’s first moves may offer market cluesUnder new ownership, Natural Balance is recommitting to pet specialty and eyeing trends like plant-based pet foods. Are these signs for the market overall?Pet Food IngredientsWhy plant-based pet foods continue to sprout upStemming from growing interest in human foods, a focus on plants in pet foods continues to increase, even as barriers remain and more research is needed.Pet Food MarketConscious consumers: shoppers more driven by value, claimsRecent research shows consumer purchasing habits have changed due to the pandemic, now driven by financial constraints, value or seeking certain claims.Pet Food MarketGlobal Pet Expo highlights strong pet food market, trendsPet food and treat sales continue to show robust growth, fueled by e-commerce, newer pet food formats and an ongoing focus on health and wellness.Pet Food MarketUS pet food sales rose 10% in 2020, 5% projected for 2021The 9.7% increase in sales of pet food and treats contributed to the overall U.S. pet care marking reaching a milestone of exceeding US$100 billion.Pet Food MarketPet food, product supply disruptions persist as sales growIncreased and shifting consumer demand has led to healthy pet market growth but also ongoing higher costs and shortages, says Steve King of APPA.Pet Food MarketHow wet pet food is riding growth and COVID-19 waveIncreased owner-pet interaction during the pandemic, plus ongoing product development and more convenience, is helping wet pet food sales continue to grow.Previous PagePage 25 of 83Next Page
