Bucking tradition, a handful of companies are searching far and wide for proteins that support both pets and the planet.

Mark Livingston has been appointed to operations administrator.

The acquisition of Freeze Dried Foods NZ LTD and its subsidiary, Kiwigarden, are expected to fuel growth for the air-dried pet food company.

Gourmate is the first pet food company to be certified in New Zealand.

Taranaki Bio Extracts has introduced a new pet food ingredient brand: Bonefide Gold.

The new facility in New Zealand will co-manufacture premium kibble.

NOOD recently partnered to bring its premium pet food formulas to Tesco shelves.

The New Zealand company has teamed up with Catalyst Retail Solutions to identify sales, marketing and retail distribution opportunities.

Shortly following its stateside debut, the brand’s North American presence will now be led by Michael Fabbro.

Natural Pet Food Group is now packing its wet Feline Natural diets in pouches, and offering a lactose-free milk supplement for dogs and cats.