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Pet Food Market

ADM expands in Mexico with first wet pet food plant

ADM’s new $39 million facility in Yecapixtla strengthens its local production strategy, aiming to meet half of Mexico’s wet pet food demand by the end of 2025.

ADM has officially opened its first wet pet food manufacturing plant in Mexico.

J.M. Smucker to invest $52M to upgrade Milk-Bones production facility

Facility in Buffalo will be upgraded to meet growing demand for Milk-Bone's Soft ’N Chewy treats.

J.M. Smucker Co. is planning to invest $52.6 million in upgrading its Buffalo, New York, production plant.

Pet Food Processing

Study: HPP preserves nutrients, extends shelf life

Research from JBT Marel finds high-pressure processing maintains antioxidants and flavor while improving food safety.

The JBT Marel study concluded that high-pressure processing did not affect the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory bioactive compounds during different HPP treatment conditions.

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High-moisture extrusion unlocks new possibilities for wet pet food innovation

During Petfood Forum next month, Jenni Harrington with Bühler Group will explore how this advanced processing technology can enhance texture, nutrition and sustainability.

With its ability to improve texture, optimize ingredient use, and expand raw material options, high-moisture extrusion is set to play a crucial role in shaping the future of wet pet food manufacturing.

Pet Food Processing

CPM unveils pet food processing equipment at VIV Asia 2025

CPM introduces a comprehensive lineup of processing solutions for pet food manufacturers.

CPM’s pet food processing equipment line includes twin-screw extruders, advanced dryers, precision coating systems, hammermills and more.

Petfood Forum News

Latest product innovations take center stage at Petfood Forum

Explore cutting-edge products and trends at the Petfood Tech Talk stage with dedicated sessions bringing together insights and inspiration.

Discover emerging technologies and future trends shaping the pet food landscape at the Petfood Tech Talk stage.

Polish pet food maker invests in production capabilities

The company hopes to advance plans to add new products to its growing range.

French pet food brand to launch new production facility

The company is looking to invest to expand its manufacturing capabilities and product range.

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U.S. and Canada

Deportations may challenge pet food labor and supply chain

Along with ripple effects from the agricultural sector, the pet food industry may be affected by reduced numbers of immigrant workers.

Deportation flight for undocumented immigrants

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Take a deep dive into pet food sustainability at Petfood Essentials

Sustainability is becoming increasingly essential to pet food business success.

Petfood Essentials, an interactive, informal education preconference seminar held during Petfood Forum, will tackle the topic of sustainability in 2025.

Kormotech breaks ground on €60 million pet food plant in Lithuania

When the Kėdainiai facility is fully operational, it will account for 61% of Kormotech’s total wet food production.

The official groundbreaking ceremony in Kėdainiai included the placement of a symbolic time capsule containing a letter from Rostyslav Vovk, chairman of the board and co-owner of the Kormotech Group of Companies.

Pet Food Processing

Hiperbaric opens HPP pilot plant in Shanghai

High-pressure processing (HPP) technology is a non-thermal food preservation technique that uses ultra-high pressure, pure cold water to inactivate harmful pathogens and spoilage microorganisms in packaged foods.

Pictured left to right: Cassie Yu, office clerk; Guangqi Zheng, sales area manager China; and Cloris Lei, HPP Food Applications specialist, at the HPP Incubator Shanghai.

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