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Conversion of α-linolenic acid to omega-3 fatty acid derivatives in Monk parrots

The effect of α-linolenic acid from a flaxseed-enriched diet on plasma lipid and fatty acid metabolism and possible atherosclerosis risk factors was studied in Monk parrots (Myiopsitta monachus). Twenty-four Monk parrots were randomly assigned to diets containing either 10% ground sunflower seeds or 10% ground flaxseeds.

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Fiber in petfood: A healthy nutrition trend

Research has long shown the positive effects of fiber in petfood. Dental disease in dogs, hairball symptoms in cats, obesity and diabetes in both-these and other negative health issues have been shown to be mitigated with diets that include fiber, and the petfood industry is more than happy to cater to the needs of those diets.

The future of the industry seems to point to a solid outlook for fiber in petfood, especially as consumers become more educated as to its benefits.

Biomin to open second premix facility in Vietnam

Animal health and nutrition company Biomin recently completed a new premix facility in Binh Duong, Vietnam. This second facility in Vietnam for Biomin is set to open on October 2.

Honest Kitchen founder taste tests petfood ingredients, final product

Lucy Postins, founder of The Honest Kitchen petfood company, was recently featured in an article for not only sampling each ingredient that goes into the food, but also sampling the final product. Postins says she tests each of the petfood recipes for food for flavor, aroma and color.

Lucy Postins, founder of the The Honest Kitchen, taste tests the ingredients in her company's dog food.

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Mycotoxins in petfoods with plant-derived proteins

Petfood protein is changing, as traditional sources, such as fish and meat byproducts, are replaced with plant-derived proteins. These proteins are more accessible and affordable, but they may be accompanied by harmful toxins called mycotoxins.

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Alternative protein sources for petfood: are insects the answer?

Increasing humanization of pets around the world -- even in China, a small (but rapidly growing) pet market, 90% of pet owners say their pets are part of the family, according to Mars Petcare China -- means rising numbers of pet owners who want and expect to feed their pets products similar to the types of food products they're seeking for themselves. When it comes to protein sources, that translates to seeking "human grade" meats, poultry or fish and shunning any ingredients perceived as lesser quality, such as meat or poultry by-products or meals. Petfood manufacturers have understandably responded to these consumer demands. So everyone should be happy, right?

FIAAP, VICTAM to organize pavilion at Animal Farming Ukraine 2013

Victam will organize a FIAAP/VICTAM Pavilion within the Animal Farming Ukraine 2013 exhibition. Victam says it chose to support Animal Farming Ukraine again as the show presents the entire range of products in the field of animal farming and directly related businesses.

Petfood Forum China brings knowledge, networking to Chinese petfood industry

More than 100 petfood professionals from China and other countries networked and learned from industry experts during Petfood Forum China 2013, held August 23 in Shanghai. It was the second edition of this exclusive conference for the Chinese petfood industry, held in conjunction with Pet Fair Asia.

Petfoods with plant-derived proteins may contain more mycotoxins, researcher says

Petfoods with plant-derived proteins may also contain more harmful toxins than petfoods with traditional fish and meat proteins, according to new research from the University of Guelph. "A shift in petfood ingredients is on," says animal and poultry science professor, Trevor Smith, who has spent 35 years researching mycotoxins at Guelph.

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Palatability: The latest research, products and updates in the petfood industry

Palatability is a major player in the petfood industry-if the product you're selling isn't appealing to pets, your customers will soon go elsewhere. Staying on top of the latest research and products, as well as expanding to fit the needs of the industry, are key to ensuring that pets, and their pet parents, are satisfied.

Opertech Bio's microtiter operant gustometer, or MOG, for use by cats (based on the company's existing MOG for rats currently in use) is currently in the prototype stage. A cat would choose taste samples out of individual wells in the floor of the apparatus. A system of two levers and a laser would allow the cat to indicate both what the sample tastes like and a taste preference.

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Exhibitor registration opens for Petfood Forum 2014

Exhibitor registration for Petfood Forum 2014 is now open. The premier, exclusive conference for the global petfood industry, Petfood Forum gives supplier companies the opportunity to see and be seen by industry buyers and influencers.

Petfood Forum is the show that puts industry suppliers in front of petfood manufacturing business leaders without interruption.

New natural petfood line infused with extra virgin olive oil

Pyramid Pet Products has a new line of petfood that not only includes natural protein sources with added super foods, such as blueberries, kelp, sweet potatoes and probiotics, but is also infused with extra virgin olive oil. The new brand, Tuscan Natural Pet Food Products, includes nearly a standard, full-size bottle of olive oil in a 30-pound bag, or the equivalent of a tablespoon per serving.

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