Online Extra! More from the European regulatory update

Find more information about the new EU regulation in Dr. Wolfgang Trunk’s Petfood Forum 2009 presentation

Dr. Wolfgang Trunk

February 12, 2014

The EU has launched a new regulation for the labeling and marketing of petfood, among other changes. View Dr. Trunk's 2009 Petfood Forum presentation to get a better idea of what these changes mean to manufacturers and distributors alike.

Petfood Essentials' interactive nature is aimed at people who might be newer to the pet food industry or needing to know more about the topic.

Petfood Essentials zeroes in on sustainability in 2025

Bins of corn byproducts with BSFL at Innovafeed’s North American Insect Innovation Center (NAIIC) pilot facility in Decatur, Illinois

From larvae to grave: Scaling production of insects for pet food

Insect-based Cat and Dog Food

From larvae to grave: Scaling production of insects for pet food

After beginning with eggs, Innovafeed has reached a point where it can begin harvesting black soldier fly larvae to extract oil and protein.

Bins of corn byproducts with BSFL at Innovafeed’s North American Insect Innovation Center (NAIIC) pilot facility in Decatur, Illinois

Brand Insights

Mondi Consumer Insights: Purchasing Trends of Premium Pet Food Consumers

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Learn how emerging trends are influencing purchasing decisions and shaping the future of premium pet food.

Mondi Consumer Insights: Purchasing Trends of Premium Pet Food Consumers

Insect-based Cat and Dog Food

Industrial symbiosis fine-tuned for BSFL pet food ingredients

Black soldier fly larvae are already noted for their lower resource use compared to conventional livestock. Industrial symbiosis makes insect-based pet food ingredients yet more sustainable.

Dry and wet corn byproduct containers outside Innovafeed’s pilot facility in Decatur, Illinois, within sight of an ADM wet corn processing facility.

Pet Food Market

Argentine pet food producer launches specialized nutrition for spayed/neutered cats

The new dry food from Grupo Molino Chacabuco focuses on innovative nutrition to manage weight, enhance immunity and support urinary health.

This product introduction lends itself to the trend of pet ownership in urban areas where smaller living spaces and lifestyle preferences favor cat ownership.

Research reveals vegan diets can improve dog health

A study lead by Professor Andrew Knight at the University of Winchester in the UK found fewer cases of health disorders overall in dogs fed vegan diets.

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Pet Food Ingredients

Nebraska governor: Cultivated meat is not welcome here

Jim Pillen said he will work with the legislature to eventually make the sale of lab-grown meat illegal in Nebraska.

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen signs an executive order that restricts state agencies and contractors from obtaining lab-grown meat, as Nebraska Department of Agriculture Director Sherry Vinton looks on.

Adventures in Pet Food

What is the future for vegan pet food?

A recent spate of vegan pet food innovations, following on earlier announcements, indicates growing excitement and interest for the still nascent category.

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Trending: Pet Food Podcast

EPISODE 67: How are predicted pet food trends playing out in 2024?

In this episode of Trending: Pet Food, Lindsay Beaton and IFF’s Dr. Mary Cope explore the top 2024 pet food trends, including premiumization, functional ingredients, and sustainability, while offering insights on the industry's future growth.

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Pet Food Additives/Supplements

Fera Pets releases wellness supplements during SuperZoo 2024

Company's new line-up is designed to support pet longevity and overall wellness with a blend of Eastern and Western medicinal ingredients.

Fera Pets' new Whole Food Vitamin is designed for a pet's general wellness with a blend of fruits, veggies and organ meats .

Pet Food Processing

Muenster Milling adds kibble plus format

The new product combines extruded kibble with freeze-dried proteins, enabling brands and retailers to offer high-nutrition pet food at a more affordable price, addressing growing consumer demand in the freeze-dried pet food segment.

Muenster’s kibble plus offering includes multiple protein options.

Pet Food Ingredients

Above Food expands plant-based pet food ingredients with acquisition

With the acquisition of The Redwood Group, Above Food said it can extend its pet food business to approximately US$110M of combined company revenues on a proforma basis.

TRG's ingredients include grains, cereals, oilseeds, pulses and other alternative sources of protein.

Insect-based Cat and Dog Food

Innovafeed launches cobranding partnership with Jiminy's, Arch

Innovafeed has partnered with U.S. pet food companies Jiminy’s and Arch to launch its "Powered by Hilucia" cobranding on new insect-based dog foods, aiming to raise awareness about the environmental and nutritional benefits of its sustainable ingredients.

The 'Powered by Hilucia' cobranding effort is designed to raise awareness about the benefits of Innovafeed’s model, including the lower environmental impact compared to traditional protein and oil sources.

Sustainable Dog and Cat Food

Fermented protein FeedKind now available to European pet food manufacturers

FeedKind Pet, a non-GMO protein with no animal or plant ingredients used in its production, can be used in dry kibble, tinned food or treats.

Trainee dog snacks with FeedKind fermented protein ingredients were introduced at Interzoo 2024 by Dr. Clauder's and Calysta in May.

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