Webinar: How Formulation Drives Sustainability in Pet Food Production

Sustainability is a growing priority in the pet food industry, and it starts with smarter formulation. Every ingredient choice impacts environmental footprint, resource efficiency, and long-term product viability. Join Ian Mealey, product marketing director for formulation at Format Solutions, for an exclusive webinar on how formulation software and new ingredient strategies can enhance sustainability in pet food manufacturing. Learn how data-driven formulation can reduce waste, optimize resources, and support sustainability goals — while maintaining nutritional excellence.

This webinar will broadcast at 10:00 AM CDT (Chicago) / 3:00 PM GMT (London) / 10:00 PM CST (Beijing).

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:

1. Optimize pet food formulation to reduce environmental impact and improve sustainability metrics
2. Use formulation software to make informed decisions on ingredient sourcing and eco-friendly product design
3. Explore innovative formulation techniques that support sustainable pet food production
4. Gain insights into future trends in pet food formulation and sustainability

This webinar is sponsored by Format Solutions and presented by Petfood Industry.

Speaker Information:

Ian Mealey, Product Marketing Director for Formulation at Format Solutions

Ian Mealey, Product Marketing Director for Formulation at Format Solutions, boasts over 30 years of experience with formulation software. His career began after earning a degree in Agriculture and joining a large UK cooperative’s graduate program, where he acquired extensive experience in feed business operations. Ian’s journey progressed from Formulator to Formulations Manager, where he gained crucial hands-on experience. After a decade as a formulator, Ian transitioned to Format International (now Format Solutions), starting as a Support Specialist. He has since excelled in various roles, including implementation, software product design, and consultation. With over 25 years at Format Solutions, Ian has collaborated with a global clientele across diverse sectors such as feed, pet food, aqua, premix, and food & beverage. He is passionate about helping customers to optimizing business processes, improve ingredient purchasing strategies, and enhance product quality.