Pet

Purina completes expansion project in Dunkirk, New York, increasing production for innovative new cat treat. $19 million investment supports launch of Fancy Feast Savory Cravings.

Orkla announced it invested in biotechnology company "Because Animals" that producing cultured meat based pet food.

Scoular announced the name for its new sustainable and innovative barley-based protein source for aquaculture and pet food: Emerge™. Emerge, both traceable and non-GMO, is the only barley-based protein for feed customers.

Tyson Foods, Inc. announced that it has sold its successful pet treats business to General Mills, Inc. for approximately $1.2 billion. Transaction includes Nudges®, True Chews® and Top Chews® brands.

Dr. Tony Day and Dr. Mike Arbige, biotechnology industry veterans join Bond Pet Foods to accelerate the development of its animal-free meat proteins produced through precision fermentation.

KKR acquired Natural Pet Food Group, a New Zealand-based premium pet food company. The investment will support Natural Pet Food’s growth in New Zealand and worldwide.

TOMRA Food offers a safe and fault-free production by optical sorting technologies for pet food producers.

Kemin Nutrisurance launches TEGRAVIA™, a functional fiber for pet food in South America. Natural cassava fiber product is a multifunctional option for pet food producers in Brazil.

New ADM survey reveals unforeseen challenges of ‘Pandemic Puppy’ boom. Study finds two in five dog owners have struggled with their pup’s nutrition over the past year.

The pet food market is influenced by economic growth for a country and its love for pets. Chinese per capita income keeps on increasing every year which lead to an increase in disposable income. This leads to many Chinese to add pets as a new member in their families.