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AFIA supports AMS/FDA animal feed export certification program

The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) has said that it is pleased with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)'s new agreement that designates USDA's Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) as the authority to certify animal feed and petfood products for export to foreign countries. "The agreement is a result of AFIA's efforts to inform USDA's Foreign Agricultural Service about several issues that industry has had exporting to various markets, such as Brazil's requirement for Good Manufacturing Practice certifications and products under the implementation of China's AQSIQ Decree 118," said Gina Tumbarello, AFIA manager of international trade.

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Del Monte Foods Pet Products relaunches as Big Heart Pet Brands

The former Del Monte Pet Products business has relaunched as Big Heart Pet Brands, the largest standalone pet products company in North America, according to the company. The launch follows on the heels of the company's sale of its consumer products division to Del Monte Pacific Ltd., which closed on February 18, 2014.

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2014 IPPE a success in spite of inclement weather

The 2014 International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) was successful despite inclement weather conditions that impacted drive-in traffic. IPPE recorded 24,865 registrants, though advanced registration and hotel reservations had projected attendance to be more than 28,000 registrants.

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Partner in Pet Food secures Tesco supplier contract

Budapest-based petfood supplier Partner in Pet Food (PPF) has won a contract to supply Tesco, according to reports, allowing PPF to further expand its presence in the UK. The contract will allow the company to supply own-label dry and wet foods for dogs and cats.

PetSmart, Canine Companions partner to help wounded military veterans

A new partnership will help more wounded veterans get access to and information about a potentially life-changing assistance dog. PetSmart for Patriots is a joint endeavor between PetSmart and Canine Companions for Independence, in support of Canine Companions' Wounded Veterans Initiative to help partner assistance dogs with the military veterans who need them.

PetSafe launches social sharing and remote treating system for pets

PetSafe has launched its SocialPet camera and treat dispenser, a complete system that allows pet owners to remotely treat and socially share photos and videos of their pets via the SocialPet Facebook app. According to Randy Boyd, CEO and founder of Radio Systems Corporation, makers of the PetSafe brand, the popularity of social networking and pet owners' desire to interact with their pets while away from home were the foundation for developing the innovative SocialPet system.

Greenies brand, PetSmart partner for National Pet Dental Health Month

As a part of National Pet Dental Health Month (February) and the PetSmart "Healthy Teeth. Healthier Life." initiative, the Greenies brand team and PetSmart will be encouraging pet parents to take care of their pets' teeth in PetSmart stores throughout the U.S. Through this initiative, pet parents will be encouraged to seek professional preventive care through veterinary oral exams and teeth cleanings.

AFIA seeks comment from member companies on ingredient approvals

The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) ingredient approval process, used by 49 states, has an unclear future with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Despite a 35-year cooperative relationship, the American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) has learned that FDA feels specifically "the AAFCO process ultimately falls short" and "the majority of ingredients that are included in the AAFCO 'official publication' are neither approved food additives nor are they generally recognized as safe (GRAS)."

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PetFlow.com highest-trafficked North American online pet property

PetFlow.com, an online pet goods store, has become the highest-trafficked online pet property in North America, averaging 50 million unique visitors per month, according to reports. PetFlow.com was created in 2010 to help customers manage their petfood.

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Global Pet Expo named one of 50 fastest-growing tradeshows

Global Pet Expo has been named to Trade Show Executive's 2014 list of 50 fastest-growing trade shows in the attendance category. The top 50 performers in the categories of exhibit space, exhibitors and attendance were selected based on the percentage of growth from 2012 to 2013.

Excalibur Dehydrators launches clear-door dehydrator for homemade pet treats

Excalibur Dehydrators offers a clear-door dehydrator for homemade pet treats, which allows users to view drying progress without interrupting the process, according to the company. The doors are available in five or nine tray models with a timer, or as an add-on accessory for current owners of Excalibur dehydrators.

Alltech 30th international symposium to highlight 'what if' solutions in science, agriculture, nutrition

As Alltech celebrates its 30th International Symposium on May 18-21, 2014, in Lexington, Ky., USA, it will invite its event delegates to explore the border between science and magic that genetics expert Dr. Eugenia Wang, University of Louisville, coined at last year's Symposium. Balancing pragmatism with possibility, the 2014 Symposium will venture into the "what if" solutions that lie within science, agriculture and nutrition.

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