Pet food automation delivers quality gains and labor cost savings

The pet food industry is experiencing a fundamental shift toward automation as manufacturers seek to improve product quality, reduce labor dependency, and meet increasingly stringent regulatory requirements. That is according to Caleb Townsend, vice president of sales with APEC, who said during a recent Ask the Petfood Pro that automation solutions are becoming essential for … Read more

31 laws and rules for pet food production in Europe

Pet food production in the European Union is governed by a complex and evolving framework of legislation designed to ensure safety, transparency and quality throughout the supply chain. On its website, the Fédération Européenne de l’Industrie des Aliments pour Animaux Familiers (FEDIAF, European Pet Food Industry Federation) lists the 31 laws and regulatory measures directly affect how … Read more

Report: 4 key trends shaping the pet food industry

The American Pet Products Association’s (APPA) newly released Dog and Cat Report 2025, which takes strategic insights from its national pet owners’ survey, unveiled four trends that are reshaping the pet food industry. Based on data collected in the fourth quarter of 2024, the report highlighted how evolving consumer behaviors and generational shifts are driving … Read more

Pet food companies step up as animal surrender rates spike

Today’s economic pressures are creating unprecedented demand for animal rescue support, and with pet food costs remaining 23% higher than pre-pandemic levels, shelters are reporting surges in both surrender rates and requests for assistance. According to John Hussey, founder and CEO of Cuddly, a platform connecting animal rescues with donors and corporate partners, the ripple … Read more

Pet food industry shows mixed mid-year performance amid economic pressures

As we reach the midpoint of 2025, the pet food industry continues to navigate an unpredictable economic landscape marked by shifting consumer behaviors, supply chain complexities and evolving market dynamics. A mid-year poll conducted by PetfoodIndustry.com reveals an industry in transition, with companies adapting their strategies while maintaining fundamental business viability. The poll ran on … Read more