The APAC advises the agriculture secretary and USTR on trade policies.

According to the USDA FAS, new regulations offer opportunities for more applications of rendered products in animal nutrition. 

AFIA’s Mallory Gaines shares insights on the growth potential for US pet food exports.

The association is urging for more research into sustainable ingredients, improvements in trade relations and more to help the industry flourish. 

According to data from the USDA’s FAS, the countries offer US pet food processors opportunities for international expansion. 

The American Feed Industry Association and Pet Food Institute were among the 66 recipients of funding from the USDA RAPP.

A driver shortage, port congestion, labor and trade disputes, and other distribution snags all eventually lead to increased costs for consumers.

US exports of dog and cat foods to Colombia totaled $46.6 million in 2023, and are set to rise.

More specifically, it aims to address the American animal food industry’s dependence on vitamin and animo acid imports from China.

Exports of American-made dog and cat food products fell 3% year-over-year.