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AFIA to host feed, ingredients export seminar on January 29, 2014

On Wednesday, January 29, 2014, the American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) will host a seminar to provide insight to the complex process of exporting feed and feed ingredients into the United States. The "How to Export Feed and Feed Ingredients to the US" seminar will be held during the International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia, USA.

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German petfood manufacturer to construct third production site

Petfood manufacturer Markus-Mühle announced it’s currently completing a third company complex in Germany. “We will now have the capacity to produce 50,000 (metric tons) of petfood per year on site,” says managing director, Markus Olberts.

New report on ‘Other Pet Food in the US’ by Euromonitor available

FastMarketResearch.com now offers Euromonitor International’s report on Other Pet Food in the US. According to the report, other petfood faced a challenging environment in 2012, with the bird and fish populations declining slightly as high upfront investment costs associated with exotic fish and birds dissuaded new pet owners from acquiring such pets.

IPPE 2014 attendees can view two new animal exhibits

Attendees of the upcoming 2014 International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) will have an opportunity to explore two new interactive exhibits: The Smithsonian’s Animal Connections: Our Journey Together mobile exhibit and the Drive to Feed Chew on This mobile exhibit. Both exhibits will be on the show floor in Hall B at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, throughout the show, January 28 - 30, 2014.

Merrick Pet Care contests asks pet owners to create new summer dog food recipe

Merrick Pet Care is challenging dog owners to create the recipe for its next summer seasonal dog food with the chance to win a year’s supply of dog food with its “Name the ‘CAN’-Test.” Facebook users can submit an idea for a summer seasonal recipe along with suggested petfood ingredients that will be used for a new Merrick flavor that will be released in summer 2014.

Pet Food Conference to be hosted January 28, 2014, at IPPE in Atlanta, Georgia, USA

The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) in partnership with the Poultry Protein and Fat Council will sponsor the seventh annual Pet Food Conference on Tuesday, January 28, 2014, the first day of the International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE). The conference will be held at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, from 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Wholistic Pet Organics adds Green Lipped Mussel to select dog supplements

Wholistic Pet Organics announced the addition of Green Lipped Mussel (GLM) to select formulas of its all-natural supplements for canines. This ingredient will now be included in its Run Free and Canine Complete +Joint Mobility products.

Blue Dog Bakery launches second year of Pet Treat Pantry

Blue Dog Bakery launched its second year of Pet Treat Pantry, a partnership between the Seattle, Washington, USA-based natural dog treat company and select food banks in Washington, Oregon, Arizona, North Carolina and New Jersey. The partnership provides healthy treats to the dogs of food bank clients.

Hound and Gatos Pet Food Company offers info for October’s National Pet Wellness month

October is National Pet Wellness month, an educational campaign sponsored by the American Veterinary Medical Association and Fort Dodge Animal Health, which encourages pet owners to learn more about the proper diet for their pet. Annual checkups, exercise and training, and perhaps most importantly, petfood are critical for a pet’s health, says Hound and Gatos Pet Food Corporation, which is offering five facts consumers may not know about petfood.

Market Trends and Reports

Whole Foods Markets launches Whole Paws petfood products line

Whole Foods Market is introducing Whole Paws, a new line of premium-value petfood comprised of 24 products for dogs and cats. The Whole Paws line includes a range of items, such as grain-free adult dog food and training treats, indoor cat formula and litter with baking soda.

Del Monte Foods to focus on Pet Products division, sell Consumer Products business

Del Monte Foods has reached an agreement to sell its Consumer Products business to Del Monte Pacific Limited for $1.675 billion to focus on its Pet Products division and ensure both segments are positioned for growth in their markets. Upon closing on the deal, Del Monte Foods will change its name to better reflect its new focus on the pet market.

Mars Poland invests in expansion of animal feed mill

Petfood maker Mars Poland will invest more than 250 million zł (US$80 million) in the expansion of its animal feed factory in Kożuszki Parcel, Poland. The decision to expand the animal feed mill was made to meet growing demand for prepared animal feeds in Poland and abroad.

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