Pet Food News: Page 7

Brenntag expands Royal Avebe distribution to include U.S.

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Ingredient distributor adds potato starch and protein products to North American portfolio.

Cranswick reports increased revenues for first quarter

U.K. company says new premium poultry business growth, plant’s clearance to export pork to China and Pets at Home business partnership were big boosts during the period.

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Petfood Forum News

How mentorship transforms careers: Pet food leaders share success stories

Leah Lambrakis with Simmons Pet Food and Leigh Ann Sayen with The Peterson Company reveal how strategic mentorships shaped their leadership journeys and offer practical advice for building meaningful professional connections.

A special Women in Petfood Leadership chat delves into how strategic mentorship relationships can shape leadership journeys in the pet food industry.

Pet Food Regulations

Former FDA scientist named K-State-AAFCO ingredient review manager

Garret Ashabranner will oversee the scientific evaluation process for new pet food and livestock feed ingredient submissions through the SRIS partnership.

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Study: Canine obesity stems from various complex factors

Texas A&M University research identifies breed-specific feeding challenges affecting half of U.S. dogs.

Researchers found that popular sporting breeds — particularly Labrador retrievers and Golden retrievers — demonstrate significantly higher food motivation compared to other breed groups.

Pet Food Lawsuits, Litigation

Integrated Proteins CEO faces sexual harassment lawsuit

Former employee alleges pet food company CEO Joe Hubbard engaged in physical harassment and retaliation after complaints were reported to HR.

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Petfood Forum News

Asia-Pacific pet food market poised for strategic evolution

Sahiba Puri with Euromonitor International will highlight regional opportunities, premium positioning strategies at Petfood Forum Asia in Bangkok this October.

In the Asia-Pacific region, a growing cat and dog population, evolving pet humanization, appeal for premium offerings and low penetration levels of packaged food feeding is creating prospects for market expansion and penetration.

Global Commerce

Purina PetCare sales down in H1 2025, but still growing

Purina PetCare remained a top contributor to Nestlé's profitability, with steady margins and positive volume growth despite a slowing pet food category.

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PFI promotes Ebersole to VP government relations, Waters to international director

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The Pet Food Institute has promoted two staff members to expanded leadership roles in government relations and international trade.

The Pet Food Institute has promoted Atalie Ebersole (right) and Dana Waters (left).

Brand's Best Friend wins Hyer's 2025 Breakthrough Culture Award

Pet-focused e-commerce agency Brand's Best Friend has received recognition for workplace culture practices among 100 companies nationwide.

Market Trends and Reports

Survey: Despite economic pressures, consumer spending priorities favor pets

Consumer research indicates pet food and product purchasing continues to outpace personal spending despite broader financial constraints.

Data from CouponCabin shows 44% of respondents prioritize spending on pets over personal purchases, family or friends.

Pet Food Marketing and Branding

BARK adds dog advisory committee

Company has announced a new corporate structure positioning dogs as co-owners and advisors.

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