Sustainability a challenge, innovation an opportunity in pet food packaging

Unsurprisingly, sustainability is still top-of-mind for the pet food packaging world, and innovation is a sought-after way of continuing to move forward.

September 25, 2024

Sustainability in packaging continues to be a top priority for the pet food industry.

Sustainability in packaging continues to be a top priority for the pet food industry.

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When asked what the single top challenge is in pet food packaging right now, the answer from packaging experts was unanimous: Sustainability.

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Mars launches recyclable pouches for WHISKAS in UK, Germany

Company introduces recyclable mono polypropylene packaging for its WHISKAS cat food brand, replacing traditional multi-material pouches.

The new 'designed to be recyclable’ mono polypropylene packaging format has been launched in the UK and Germany.

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The 2 AM Formula Crisis: Why Pet Food Professionals Are Burning Out

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What keeps pet food professionals up at 2 AM? It’s not just Salmonella, ingredient shortages, or missed deliveries. It’s the rising pressure from a new generation of pet owners who expect perfection and demand it fast.

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PACK EXPO Las Vegas showcases packaging innovations

The biennial packaging and processing trade show has grown to feature 2,300 exhibitors and specialized zones.

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American Packaging expands pouching capacity

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Flexible packaging manufacturer invests in new pouching equipment at the Center of Excellence in Story City, Iowa, U.S., targeting completion by September 2026.

American Packaging's Story City, Iowa, Center of Excellence will undergo a major expansion beginning in October 2025 to add pouching capacity and equipment, with completion expected by September 2026.

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ProAmpac reports progress on circular packaging initiatives, carbon reduction goals

Flexible packaging manufacturer marks a decade of sustainability efforts in its latest report.

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Pet food packaging focuses on customer communication

These recent packaging revamps have brand education top of mind.

ProAmpac partners with university to develop fiber-based packaging

Collaboration with Western Michigan University supports curbside recyclable and compostable packaging innovations.

ProAmpac highlights employee-led sustainability and safety efforts

The flexible packaging company honors global sites for workplace safety, environmental stewardship and community outreach during its annual environmental health and safety initiative.

Aligned with Earth Day and the World Day for Safety and Health at Work, EHS Week featured impactful local initiatives, from tree plantings to student outreach, all driven by a shared commitment to sustainability and care.

Saga Nutrition adopts recyclable pet food packaging with Mondi

French pet food maker partners with Mondi to launch mono-material dry pet food bags aligned with circular economy goals.

Mondi's packaging features secure sealing for easy storage and handling, ensuring convenience for pet owners. Its durability also provides reliable protection during shipping and handling, making it practical and long-lasting, the company said.

Multivac USA graduates first class of technical apprentices

Six new field service professionals join Multivac’s team after completing a two-year training program focused on packaging and processing equipment.

Multivac said it is building a skilled technical workforce through its U.S. Apprenticeship Program.

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The legal landscape of pet food packaging

The key issues and developments in an evolving segment of the pet space.

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ProAmpac wins sustainability award for recyclable bag

RadTech honors ProAmpac’s PRO-EVO recyclable SOS bag, developed for pet and human food applications, for its sustainable use of UV/EB technology.

The PRO-EVO Recyclable SOS Bags have been award with a 2025 RadTech Sustainability Award.

ProMach acquires DJS Systems to expand automation in packaging

The acquisition strengthens ProMach’s capabilities in disposable food packaging automation, particularly in precision counting, bagging and thermoforming systems.

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