Nutrition

Safety & Quality
PROTEIN Act would expand alternative protein research, manufacturing
A bill introduced in the U.S. Senate aims to make a strategic federal investment in protein innovation through boosted support for research, workforce development and domestic manufacturing capacity.
Lab Grown Meat
Pet Food Ingredients
MiAlgae breaks ground on algal omega-3 facility in the UK
The biotech company will scale production of fish-free DHA oils for pet food manufacturers beginning in early 2026.
MiAlgae has broken ground on a new scale-up facility in Grangemouth, Scotland.
Pet Food Ingredients
Mycoprotein pet food ingredients market projected to reach $1.12B
Research Intelo forecasts 11.2% annual growth through 2033 driven by sustainability and protein demand.
Rising demand for sustainable, high-protein and allergen-friendly pet food alternatives is driving mycoprotein ingredient market growth.
Research Notes
Bioiberica study validates bioactive peptides in Palbio hydrolyzed protein
New research published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences confirms the ingredient contains bioactive peptides that support growth, gut integrity and immune function in animals.
Palbio is developed with porcine protein obtained through enzymatic hydrolysis as a co-product of active pharmaceutical ingredients.
Pet Food News
Bark Bistro expands retail footprint with nationwide Sprouts launch
The company's Buddy Budder line of natural peanut butter treats is now available at 464 Sprouts Farmers Market locations across the U.S.
The company noted this launch marks a major milestone in Bark Bistro’s evolution from a kitchen-based startup to a national pet treat brand for dog treats.
Business Strategy
Functional pet food trends require science, consumer education
As functional demands become stronger among pet parents, pet food companies are threading marketing with science and education to ensure pet health.
A combination of scientific education and marketing will be necessary for the functional pet ingredient trend to succeed.
Research Notes
Cat food label guidelines differ from predicted energy needs
Researchers surveyed feeding guidelines on 802 commercial cat foods across 11 retail locations in Canada.
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Ingredient Issues
Color my world
Artificial and natural food colorings in pet food have multiple arguments for and against their use.
As human food colors face scrutiny, pet food follows suit.
Pet Food Additives/Supplements
Republican lawmakers urge action on US vitamin supply chain
Congressional members cite concerns about China's dominance in vitamin and amino acid production critical to animal feed and pet food manufacturing.
Vitamins Concept
Research Notes
APC, University of Illinois study links plasma to canine gut health
Research shows spray-dried plasma inclusion in kibble improved fecal metabolites, microbiota and immune biomarkers in adult dogs.
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Something to Chew on
New model for cat nutrition research: Cat owner involvement
As cats continue to rise in popularity, and more cat food products are developed for them, research can help fill gaps. Enter an initiative involving cat owners.
Darwin’s Cats allows cat owners to share their pets’ DNA for research in a cat-friendly way.
Market Trends and Reports
Pet food and the evolving approach to behavioral health
Hiring in-house behaviorists and connecting practices to specialist care reflect growing focus on evidence-based stress management for dogs and cats.
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