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Market Trends and Reports

Study: 43% of Americans prefer pets over children

A new report from the Harris Poll said many Gen Z and Millennials feel pets are easier to care for and come with fewer financial burdens.

According to a recent Harris Poll, ‘Fur Families’ are the preferred lifestyle choice over having children in 2024, with pet parenthood having a strong foundation in American livelihoods.

Brand Insights

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KSU-IGP offers pet food formulation course for commercial production

This 5-day virtual course will meet via Zoom beginning January 6.

Course participants will learn about various aspects of pet food formulation, including the nutritional requirements and recommendations for dogs and cats.

Market Trends and Reports

Premium Petfood Brands acquires organic pet food brand Yarrah

Following Yarrah's recent bankruptcy, Premium Petfood Brands purchased Yarrah’s portfolio, including the Smølke and Rodi brands.

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Pet food producer rolls out new products to expand portfolio

Polish pet food producer, Tropical, is making efforts to broaden its product range.

Pet Food Packaging

Wynn Petfood packs wet food blends, snacks in paper

German pet food startup is packing its entire product portfolio of premium pet food blends and practical snacks in NexFlex paper packaging.

Koehler NexPlus Advanced flexible packaging paper provides protection for wet food blend products due to its oxygen, mineral oil and grease barrier properties.

Pet Food Marketing and Branding

Dog food startup brings health and Hispanic culture together

Cachorrisimo was designed to honor tradition with meals that reflect the heart and flavors of Latino culture.

Inspired by traditional Hispanic kitchens, Cachorrisimo is designed to bring these flavors to dogs.

Kradle names Jennifer Renaud as CEO

Renaud will lead the premium pet wellness brand into its next phase of growth and innovation.

Market Trends and Reports

Freshpet reports strong Q3 results with increased sales, profit growth

The company reported a net income of $11.9 million for the third quarter of 2024, compared to a net loss of $7.2 million in the same period last year.

Pet Food Marketing and Branding

Bella + Duke relaunches brand platform

This UK company is broadening its focus with new brand positioning underscoring health and wellbeing for pets.

The company, in addition to its raw pet food, is now offering expert advice and support on pet nutrition, health and behavior, and products to support pet wellbeing.

Simmons Foods named to Newsweek's top workplaces

The company is recognized for its commitment to fostering a supportive work environment, prioritizing flexibility, and balancing work-life needs for employees with families.

Insect-based Cat and Dog Food

Oberland Agriscience opens commercial BSFL facility in Canada

The 108,000-square-foot black soldier fly larvae farm was built on the periphery of Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Oberland Agriscience's 108,000-square-foot commercial facility is in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.

Pet Food Regulations

Pet Food Institute responds to AAFCO proposal on ingredient approval pathway

PFI recommends that AAFCO delay the development of a new pathway until FDA finalizes ongoing improvements.

PFI noted use of a public entity like an academic university for a safety review may introduce consumer doubt.

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