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Insect-based Cat and Dog Food

Insect protein is a key solution to a sustainable pet food industry

Government interest and funding are increasing for using insects to help meet climate goals.

In addition to a friendly carbon footprint, using insect protein in pet food can enhance pets' health and well-being by improving their gut microbiome, skin and dental health.

Evermore Pet Food meets Better Chicken standards, earns GAP Step 4 certification

Human-grade pet food producer said it has made the first commercially prepared food — for pets or humans — to meet all Better Chicken Commitment (BCC) standards.

Trending: Pet Food Podcast

EPISODE 62: Where do microbial ingredients fit in the future of pet food formulation?

An engrossing conversation with host Lindsay Beaton and Katelijne Bekers from MicroHarvest ranges from what biomass fermentation is, why the time is right for microbial ingredients, and where this trend is heading.

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Ingredient Issues

The importance of a balanced diet — without mineral excesses

The possible undesired results of unbalanced minerals in pet food formulations bear further examination.

Trace mineral concentrations in pet food formulations can impact the nutritional balance and value of the final product.

Adventures in Pet Food

What feeds the bugs creating insect protein for pet food?

Each of the most common insects used in pet food — black soldier fly larvae, mealworms and crickets — require specific feed-grade diets that ensure growth.

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EPISODE 36: What role do functional protein ingredients currently play in pet food formulation?

Host Lindsay Beaton and Dr. Nathan Fastinger, president of Dr. Fast Pet Food Consulting, explore the types of functional proteins in the pet food space and what consumers expect from these ingredients.

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Pet Food Ingredients

No AAFCO ‘Controlled Copper’ claim for pet food

AFFCO members voted not to establish a voluntary “Controlled Copper” claim for dog food following a group of veterinarians’ 2021 proposal.

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Pet Food Additives/Supplements

Postbiotics are dead, but help dogs live healthier

Being an ex-bacteria confers advantages. Postbiotics are stable under harsh processing conditions, making them easier to incorporate into various pet products.

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BioCraft's cultivated mouse meat reaches price parity with premium pet food

Company said it reimagined the use of growth media to both cut costs and boost the nutritional profile of its mouse meat.

Indian agritech start-up uses silkworms to create sustainable feed protein

Loopworm offers several sustainable insect protein products designed for animal and pet nutrition.

Loopworm uses silkworms to produce high-quality ingredients and supplements for the pet food and animal feed industries.

DNA barcoding reveals pet food mislabeling in Taiwan

Of the 138 canned cat food products, 40 were mislabeled.

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Pet Food Ingredients

Freeze-dried green lipped mussel supports animal health

Green Source Organics' Extracted Green Lipped Mussel Powder is designed for pets and livestock.

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