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Sustainable Dog and Cat Food

Replace lawns with gardens in pet food sustainability plans

A company garden can foster teamwork and build connections among employees as pet food professionals collaborate to grow their own fruits, vegetables and flowers.

Goldrush and Jonathan apples ripen in the author's front yard as it is transitioned to regenerative agriculture. Note the squares of dead grass, which were later replaced with flower beds.

Snellman Group to build Finnish factory to boost raw pet food production

Snellman Petfood produces raw food, treats and freeze-dried products under brands MUSH, Fodax and Raw for Paw.

Snellman said both environmental and sustainable development considerations would be taken into account in the building of the factory.

Market Trends and Reports

Report: Pet ownership expands as Gen Z shifts trends

APPA’s 2025 State of the Industry report shows pet ownership reaching 94 million U.S. households as Gen Z drives multi-pet adoption.

The most significant growth in cat ownership was among Gen Z and Millennial men.

Nulo announces new FreeStyle kibble products at Global Pet Expo

Company said new small breed and limited-ingredient recipes address consumer demand for specialized pet nutrition.

Nulo is expanding its core high-volume FreeStyle kibble line with two new dog products aligned with developing consumer and pet food category growth trends.

Pet Advocacy Network honors leaders in pet care

Six individuals and organizations recognized for contributions to responsible pet care and policy efforts.

Michael Landa, Nulo Pet Food, received the Power of Pets Award from Mike Bober, president and CEO of PAN.

The Pets Table expands air-dried dog food with Walmart partnership

Pet food brand adds first in-store retail distribution across 201 U.S. locations and Walmart.com.

The Pets Table’s air-dried recipes will now be available both in-store across 201 U.S. locations and on Walmart.com.

Petfood Forum News

Exploring consumer perceptions of insect protein in pet food

Experts from Kansas State University will share key insights from a survey assessing pet owners' knowledge of insect protein.

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PFX announces leadership changes following acquisition

Following the acquisition of Animal Supply Company in February, the company names executive transitions to position the company for long-term growth and integration.

Top row (left to right): Michael Baker, Jim Martin, Paul McCarron. Bottom row (left to right): Tim Batterson, Phylicia Proulx, Brian Wyrostek.

Senate confirms Marty Makary to lead FDA

Pet food associations commend the confirmation, pledge to work with the new commissioner.

A former Johns Hopkins surgeon, Makary has been viewed as a moderate pick and will report to HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Sustainable Dog and Cat Food

Further Foods secures cultivated meat supply for Noochies! pet treats

The company said the move advances commercialization efforts while it expands into Asia.

Noochies! products are designed to provide high-protein, nutrient-rich pet food options made with cultivated meat.

Pet Food Market

ADM expands in Mexico with first wet pet food plant

ADM’s new $39 million facility in Yecapixtla strengthens its local production strategy, aiming to meet half of Mexico’s wet pet food demand by the end of 2025.

ADM has officially opened its first wet pet food manufacturing plant in Mexico.

J.M. Smucker to invest $52M to upgrade Milk-Bones production facility

Facility in Buffalo will be upgraded to meet growing demand for Milk-Bone's Soft ’N Chewy treats.

J.M. Smucker Co. is planning to invest $52.6 million in upgrading its Buffalo, New York, production plant.

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