The trade association will use funding from the USDA to engage and educate international stakeholders and help set global standards for animal food.

The American Feed Industry Association and National Grain and Feed Association are two of 61 trade groups urging Congress and US trade officials to remain in the global trade organization.

Constance Cullman and Mallory Gaines are among 25 new members to serve on one of seven agricultural trade-focused committees led by the USDA and USTR.

Recent improvements to registration and certification protocols are opening international markets to US pet food and treat exports.

After a long-winded process dating back to September 2018, the United States, Canada and Mexico have entered "into a new era of trade."

The country has recommitted to purchasing $36.5 billion in food and agricultural products from the United States by the end of 2020.

The brand, now owned by Better Choice Company, plans to capitalize on growing demand for small-breed dog foods and indoor cat foods.

The agency’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service has developed new guidelines to streamline United States pet food exports as part of the recent trade deal with China.

The association is prepared for an eventful 2020 to build on its 2019 successes.

Canada was the last of the three countries to ratify the trade agreement, which replaces NAFTA.