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Kormotech reports $163M revenue, plans expansion in Eastern Europe

The pet food manufacturer said it boosted sales and market share and is now setting its sights on becoming a top 30 global producer.

Kormotech said its top five markets for pet food sales are Romania, Bulgaria, Lithuania, Latvia and Moldova.

Brand Insights

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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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Nutriment acquires Puromenu, enters Spanish pet food market

Swedish-based Nutriment has added Puromenu, a raw pet-food producer, to its roster of European pet brands.

The Nutriment Company (TNC) has acquired Puromenu, a raw pet-food producer based in Cabanillas Del Campo, Spain.

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.

Sustainable Dog and Cat Food

Meatly launches cultivated pet treats in the UK

Produced in collaboration with plant-based dog food brand The Pack, a limited-release of Chick Bites are on sale at Pets at Home Brentford, London.

Chick Bites combine plant-based ingredients with Meatly Chicken, to provide a nutritious and sustainable alternative to traditional dog treats.

Market Trends and Reports

Report: Independent pet shops see growing loyalty to store-brand pet food

UK pet parents increasingly favor private-label food options and personalized advice from local pet shops.

A recent survey found 91% of pet owners are open to switching their pet’s dry food to a healthier option based on recommendations from their local pet shop.

Pet Food Insights

2024 in review: Key pet food trends that defined the year and their impact on 2025

Global top trends in the pet food space are slated to continue affecting the market in the coming months.

The global pet food market’s 2024 trends will have clear influence on the trends shaping 2025.

AlphaPet acquires JR Pet Products premium dog treat brand

The company said the move strengthens AlphaPet's position in the European premium pet food market.

This acquisition of JR Pet Products is AlphaPet’s fourth acquisition since 2020.

Inspired Pet Nutrition diverts 100% of food waste through sustainability partnership

The pet food manufacturer teamed up with Waste Mission to achieve a major milestone in eco-friendly waste management.

This milestone marks a critical step in IPN's ongoing commitment to environmental responsibility and innovation in waste management.

Naturaw Pet Food secures funding to expand UK production

Based in Yorkshire, England, the company secured a six-figure funding deal to outfit its 15,000-square-foot production facility.

Nutriment expands its UK raw pet food market with Dog's Butcher acquisition

Swedish-based Nutriment now has over 10 brands that stretch across the European continent.

Nutriment Acquires The Dogs Butcher

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