Dog, Cat Food Ingredient Research: PetfoodIndustry

Are cultivated proteins the future of pet food?

September 16, 2021

Among the many alternative proteins becoming available for pet food and human food, cell-based ones are quickly gaining attention and investment.

Pet food inflation not soaring in Mexico in 2021

A national index shows low pet food inflation, but the index represents only about 60% of brands on the market.

September 13, 2021

Iván Franco

According to the national pet food inflation index, price surges are relatively low, but the index represents only about 60% of the Mexican pet food market.

Premium trends in new small-mammal, bird pet foods 2021

The same forces shape many aspects of the pet food industry. Bird, small mammal and even backyard poultry are no exception.

September 9, 2021

Tim Wall

Among foods and treats for small mammals and birds, including backyard hen feed, humanization and premiumization trends manifested themselves in various ways.

2 freeze-dried pet food ingredient trends: raw, upcycled

As pet owners continue to focus on health and nutrition aspects of their animals’ foods, freeze-dried ingredients may help pet food companies provide shelf-stable, minimally processed options.

September 7, 2021

Tim Wall

Demand for freeze-dried meats, fruits and vegetables continues to grow, as pet food makers look for ways to differentiate their products while preserving ingredients’ nutrients.

Plants in 2020 pet food products driven by health

Pet owners’ concerns for their own health, and that of family including pets, may drive continued growth in functional ingredients, including fruits, vegetables and other plant-based ingredients.

September 3, 2021

Tim Wall

Pet owners’ concerns for their own health, and that of family including pets, may drive continued growth in functional ingredients, including fruits, vegetables and other plant-based ingredients.

AI finds regional differences in pet food flavors

Differences may exist across the U.S. in pet owners’ preferences for their pets’ foods.

September 2, 2021

Tim Wall

Differences may exist across the U.S. in pet owners’ preferences for their pets’ foods.

From trends to bowls, unique insights to maximize pet food performance

Market analysis, insightful tips on palatability, health and nutrition… all you need to improve pet's well-being and owners' satisfaction. Sponsored by Diana Pet Food.

September 1, 2021

Brand Insights From Diana Pet Food

Market analysis, insightful tips on palatability, health and nutrition… all you need to improve pet's well-being and owners' satisfaction. Sponsored by Diana Pet Food.

Global shipping, supply disruptions affecting pet food

August 31, 2021

Debbie Phillips-Donaldson

Like most industries, pet food has faced shortages and delays due to the ongoing shipping and supply problems, which may not disappear for another year.

Vet diet restrictions reshape Russian pet food market

Restrictions on pet food imports from some European countries, though lessened, are roiling the market.

August 27, 2021

Vladislav Vorotnikov

Russia has withdrawn some veterinary diet restrictions on pet food imports from the Netherlands, Germany and Spain, but the local market remains turbulent.