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Petfood Forum Europe: Emerging Pet Food Nutrition Trends webinar

For the first time Petfood Forum Europe will be present with a virtual webinar series on pet food nutrition and sustainability trends at the world’s leading trade fair for the pet industry Interzoo.

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Pet Food Manufacturer Thinks Outside the Box with EDL’s Double Tight Wrap Machine

EDL, as Massman Company

EDL Double Tight Wrap shrink wrapping machines use two perpendicular bands of LDPE film to tightly unitize and totally enclose a product or collation.

Pet Food Manufacturer Thinks Outside the Box with EDL’s Double Tight Wrap Machine

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Mexican pet food exports posted new record in 2020

In 2020, Mexican pet food exports hit record highs in both volume and dollar terms. Pet food imports into Mexico also rose a record 10.6% in volume.

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E-commerce data strategy helps pet food logistics, sales

While the pet food industry saw strong growth during the ongoing pandemic, some of that expansion may have been stymied by logistical problems.

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Insect protein demand in pet food may be 165k tons by 2030

The pet food market currently accounts for the largest share of demand for insect protein and is likely to remain one of the largest, one industry professional said.

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Insect-based pet foods not risk for zoonotic pandemic

Approximately 60% of infections afflicting humans arose in animals, from rabies and the plague to other coronaviruses. Post-pandemic, pet food companies may look for ingredients with reduced zoonotic potential.

The COVID-19 pandemic has already resulted in business changes, with more to come. | (monsitj | iStockPhoto.com)

Sweet potato bred for natural pet food colorant

Pet food colorants may influence people more than dogs or cats, and as such colorants play a role in positioning a natural pet food product.

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‘Marketoonist’ Tom Fishburne to keynote Petfood Forum 2021

A cartoonist and consumer goods marketing expert, Fishburne will explain how pet food ‘Davids’ can compete against Goliaths, or remain Davids as they grow.

Tom Fishburne, the Marketoonist, will deliver the keynote for Petfood Forum 2021. l Courtesy of AAE

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Petfood Forum 2021 Student Program announces call for papers

Undergraduate and graduate students involved in companion animal nutrition and related fields are invited to submit noncommercial abstracts for oral presentations and posters by March 31 for Petfood Forum 2021.

Petfood Forum 2019's Student Program featured oral and poster presentations from those involved in pet industry-related academia. | Andrea Gantz | WATT Global Media

Extrude, dry and coat pet foods for artisanal appearance

Pet food producers can adjust aspects of the production process, including extrusion, drying and coating, to fine-tune the look of finished kibble and treats.

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Tricks to make extruded pet food, treats look homemade

Two pet food industry experts shared tips for using an extruder to make artificially artisanal kibble and pet treats.

The pet food production process involves a lot of moving parts, from ingredients to packaging. | (Lifestyle Travel Photo | Shutterstock.com)

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Keys to pivoting from livestock feed to pet food making

For livestock feed mill operators transitioning to pet food production, a few major differences stand out among the overall similar processes.

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Petfood Forum announces 2021 dates, call for papers

Petfood Forum, the premier conference for the global pet food industry, will take place September 22-24 in Kansas City. Abstract submissions are due January 15.

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