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Tyson plans to expand petfood operation

Tyson Foods Inc. announced it will spend $6.6 million in renovations and equipment for a plant in Independence, Iowa, USA, with plans to expand its petfood operation by early 2010.

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FDA addresses PFI meeting

The animal-related division of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) looks at what it can do to prevent a problem before it becomes a problem, FDA Deputy Commissioner Joshua Sharfstein told those attending the Pet Food Institute (PFI) annual meeting in Washington, DC.

Wellness donates 52,000 treats to US military dogs

Wellness Natural Pet Food, in partnership with the company’s charitable arm, the WellPet Foundation, has donated 52,000 all-natural Wellness Pure Rewards Jerky Bits dog snacks to the Military Working Dog Team Support Association Inc.

Report reviews growing segments of pet market

Senior, weight management and special needs pet products may make significant developments in the current market, according to Bharat Book Bureau.

Plant runs entirely on solar power

Cardinal Laboratories, manufacturer of dog and cat care products, including dog treats, will officially convert its plant into a 100% solar-powered facility in Azusa, California, USA, on October 29.

Petfood operation found to be illegal

The Zoning Board of Appeals has ordered Sweet Meadow Farm in Sherborn, Massachusetts, USA, to cease its petfood operation after it was found to be illegal, according to The MetroWest Daily News.

Magazine gives Cranimals seal of approval

Animal Wellness Magazine has endorsed Cranimals, a new line of certified organic petfood supplement, with the Animal Wellness Seal of Approval.

Fressnapf expands in Europe

Fressnapf, the Krefeld, Germany-based specialty chain for petfood and accessories, opened 13 stores in Germany and 12 more across Europe in the third quarter, increasing the number of Fressnapf stores in Germany to 750 and making a total of 1,051 Europe-wide.

AFIA gives support to Siddiqui

The American Feed Industry Association expressed its support of President Barack Obama’s nomination of Dr. Isi A. Siddiqui to be the country’s next chief agricultural negotiator in the office of the U.S. Trade Representative.

Wysong dry dog food recalled over mold concern

Wysong Corporation is recalling some shipments of its dry dog food from its Maintenance and Senior product lines.

Rodi Petfood files for bankruptcy

European Petfood manufacturer Rodi Petfood Nettetal filed for bankruptcy.

UK pet owners spend more on premium petfood

Based on a PFMA survey, 90% of pet owners know that what they feed their pet affects its health and therefore they want to feed their pets the best-quality food.

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