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Pet Food Marketing and Branding

Bramble partners with Lewis Hamilton and his dog, Roscoe

Seven-time Formula One World Champion, Hamilton, is an advocate for plant-based living, who introduced his dog to a plant-based diet in 2020.

Roscoe is Bramble's news Chief Taste Officer.

Purina makes Hurricane Helene donation

The company has committed a $25,000 grant to Greater Good Charities.

Purina announced a $25,000 grant to Greater Good Charities, a global nonprofit, to support its Hurricane Helene rescue and relief efforts.

Ynsect files safeguard plan due to cash shortage

The company said it is now under court-supervised protection because of financial struggles in a difficult economic climate.

In January, Ynsect was granted authorization by AAFCO to use defatted mealworm proteins in dog food.

Market Trends and Reports

Mars Petcare investing US$1 billion in online presence, AI

With a US$1 billion investment, Mars aims to double digital sales by 2030 from today’s level.

If William Gibson's 'Neuromancer' had been written about dogs...

Pet Food Market

Ollie acquires AI diagnostic company

Ollie will use new data for improvements, including recipe refinement, health screenings, weight management and more.

DIG Labs is an AI-powered diagnostic company providing real-time image-based pet health screenings across stool, weight management, skin and coat, dental care, and more.

Port strike raised concerns for US animal food supply

According to the American Feed Industry Association, the port closures would have severely restricted animal and pet food exports and imports, leading to substantial economic losses for these industries.

The East and Gulf Coast port strike has begun, which AFIA said poses a significant threat to produce affordable, high-quality nutrition for domestic livestock and pets.

Pet Food Ingredients

Partnership advances cultivated seafood production in South Korea

UMAMI Bioworks, KCell Biosciences and WSG will work together to establish a scalable, sustainable domestic production pipeline for cultivated seafood.

In July, Umami Bioworks partnered with Friends & Family Pet Food (FnF) to co-develop and launch what they said were the world's first cat treats made from cultivated fish.

Insect-based Cat and Dog Food

Black soldier fly larvae meal in cat food influenced gut microbiome

While the digestibility of the BSFL-based food was lower than the control diet, the nutrient digestibility levels were still considered suitable according to FEDIAF guidelines.

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Pet Food Regulations

Kansas State University proposes regulatory path for pet food ingredients to AAFCO

The proposed process will include a scientific review panel comprised of subject matter experts from universities across the U.S. and independent consultants.

Top Pet Food Companies

4 top French pet food companies’ revenues in 2023

Cats remain the most popular pet in France, with some of the highest per capita ownership in Europe, helping the country’s pet food market grow.

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PetSmart announces CEO transition

J.K. Symancyk to step down, Alan Schnaid EVP and chief financial offficer to serve as interim CEO.

Sustainable Dog and Cat Food

Pet Sustainability Coalition partners with food ingredient database

Partnership will allow members to make data-driven decisions on ingredient sourcing and formulations to reduce carbon emissions across their supply chain.

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