Debbie Phillips-DonaldsonDebbie Phillips-Donaldson is editor-in-chief of Petfood Industry magazine and Petfood Forum.From the Author - Page 56Pet Food MarketAll eyes on pet food safety as FSMA rule takes effectRaw pet food especially seems to be attracting FDA’s focus, while media and other organizations are paying attention to pet food safety, too.Pet Food MarketIs pet food at a tipping point for sustainability?Pet owners and pet food companies may not quite yet be in sync when it comes to environmental and socially responsible practices in manufacturing pet food.Pet Food MarketPet food acquisitions: do consumer reactions matter?While a merger or acquisition might seem like a good business deal for the pet food companies involved, how pet owners react could have an impact.Pet Food MarketUS pet food data point to continued growthUS pet retailers expect ongoing growth in premium pet food sales, while the US Census Bureau reported gains in pet food sales, facilities and productivity.Pet Food MarketImpact of Nestlé Purina-Merrick deal on pet food marketNestlé Purina’s purchase of Merrick Pet Care is not a real surprise, but what does it mean for the pet food industry, pet owners and the pets we all feed?Pet Food MarketIFT report: human food through a pet food lensFrom “clear label” to Millennial marketing to insects-based ingredients to functional foods, human food trends offer insights for pet food.Pet Food SafetyFSMA is here: is your pet food safety program ready?The regulation most relevant to pet food producers takes effect August 30; help and information is available to ensure your pet food safety program complies.Pet Food MarketPet food: look to human food to help consumersJust as pet food product development follows trends in human food, perhaps pet food labeling and nutrition information resources should, too.Pet Food MarketOnline pet food reviews: where’s the science?The real issue is that reviewers and consumers don’t truly understand pets’ nutrient needs and focus too much on ingredients and misperceptions about them.Pet Food MarketPet food innovation: look to perform a job for consumersNew research says true breakthrough innovation means resolving a poorly performed job for consumers. One example is Tidy Cats LightWeight cat litter.Pet Food MarketPetfood Forum Europe showcases globalization, innovationThe conference reflected the increasing globalization of pet food and highlighted Europe’s position as the epicenter for innovation in pet food.Pet Food MarketHas pet food premiumization reached its peak?Pet owners may not be willing or able to continue paying high prices for pet foods, especially as Millennials fill their ranks. Conveying value is key.Previous PagePage 56 of 83Next Page
