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Pet food weathers the geopolitical and economic storm

Tariffs, trade wars, actual wars, oh my! Pet food, like most markets, is facing significant challenges resulting from geopolitics and macro-economics.

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Russian pet food market slows amid tax threats

Russia's pet food market reached US$6.2 billion in 2024 but faces mounting challenges from proposed excise taxes and record-high interest rates that could derail its trajectory as Europe's largest pet food market.

According to the author, last year Russia became the largest pet food market in Europe, ahead of France and Germany.

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Pet food industry shows mixed mid-year performance amid economic pressures

A PetfoodIndustry.com survey of 318 industry professionals reveals economic inflation as top concern while most companies make moderate plan revisions to navigate challenging landscape.

At the mid-year point, pet food companies are adapting to 2025's economic challenges through strategic adjustments rather than major overhauls, survey data shows.

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Mexico's pet food industry isn't dying — it's evolving

While weaker players struggle, leading producers are already capturing growth in a restructured market.

According to the author, Mexico's pet food market isn't collapsing — it's undergoing a reconfiguration.

Partners Group acquires MPM Products global pet food business from 3i

The private markets firm plans to expand the premium cat food manufacturer's reach in North America and Europe.

MPM Products produces premium cat food brands and is headquartered in the UK.

European pet food market at EUR29.3 Bn in 2023; Russia out

From Albania to the United Kingdom, more than 400 pet food companies produced that food in at least 500 facilities.

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Adventures in Pet Food

What is the fate of self-GRAS for new pet food ingredients?

The self-GRAS process for affirming new pet food ingredients has always caused criticism and concerns; now new challenges threaten its existence.

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Chile: Latin America's premium pet food import leader

Chile's sophisticated pet food market demonstrates how strategic importation and consumer selectivity create regional leadership in the premium pet nutrition sector.

According to Triplethree International, Chile isn't just an importer of pet food — it curates what it allows in. This isn't passive consumption; it's strategic selection.

Market Trends and Reports

Report: New Zealand pet ownership holds steady despite barriers

Nearly two-thirds of Kiwi households continue to share their homes with companion animals, with cats maintaining their lead as the nation's most popular pet.

A new study shows New Zealand's relationship with its companion animals remains as strong as ever.

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Pakistan's pet food industry pivots to local production as import duties soar

Rising import tariffs drive domestic manufacturing boom, but market demand struggles to keep pace with new capacity.

As import restrictions made foreign pet food unaffordable for a large portion of the Pakistani population, many former importers converted their businesses to manufacture pet food.

German pet food sales expand despite gloomy economic outlook

Germany's pet food sales grew 1.3% to €4.3 billion in 2024 despite economic challenges, while Indian startup GreenGrahi raised US$2.7 million for insect-based pet nutrition.

Germany’s cat food market reported growth last year, with sales reaching some €2.3 billion at brick-and-mortar stores, up 3.5% compared with 2023.

Petfood Forum News

Petfood Forum exhibitors showcase innovation, partnership focus in 2025

Major pet food industry suppliers highlighted technology integration, sustainability insights, and collaborative approach at annual trade show in Kansas City.

Coperion unified acquired brands Baker Perkins, Kemutec, K-Tron, Shick Esteve and Unifiller at Petfood Forum 2025.

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