MiAlgae's microalgae ingredient, grown using upcycled by-products from the Scottish whisky industry, will be added to Butternut Box's Ready Steady Veggie meal across all of its European markets beginning this month. Supply will come from MiAlgae's new production facility in Scotland.
The ingredient delivers DHA omega-3 fatty acids without the use of fish. According to MiAlgae, one tonne of the ingredient contains the equivalent omega-3s as 30 tonnes of wild-caught fish.
Butternut Box, which markets fresh, refrigerated dog food made with whole cooked ingredients, said the partnership introduces a sustainable, fish-free omega-3 source intended to support skin, coat and cognitive health in dogs. The company also cited potential environmental benefits, noting that its vegetarian meal enhanced with the microalgae DHA can reduce a dog's carbon and land footprint compared to a beef-based option.
"We're thrilled to partner with Butternut Box, who shares the same commitment to quality ingredients, the health of pets and sustainability," said Douglas Martin, founder and CEO of MiAlgae. "By integrating our sustainably produced, fish-free Omega-3s into their fresh meals, we're helping set a new standard for pet nutrition — one that delivers exceptional health benefits while protecting our oceans."
David Nolan, co-founder at Butternut Box, said their mission has always been to get more dogs eating the fresh, human-quality food they deserve. "By partnering with MiAlgae to enhance our Ready Steady Veggie meal, we're proving that you don't have to compromise on nutrition to be kind to the planet," he said. "It's a step forward for our B Corp journey and for the health of dogs across Europe."
