The fresh pet food company opened its newest kitchen in Delaware last week, adding production shifts at locations across the United States and implementing safety precautions for pick-ups and deliveries.
Emphasizing the health of the supply chain, the US Food and Drug Administration provided broad-ranging guidance to the animal food industry in response to the pandemic.
The decision was made as the worsening COVID-19 pandemic causes increased restrictions on travel and business/social gatherings, which is expected to extend well into the year.
The company is increasing procurement, testing and manufacturing of its VeriGEN vitamin premix to continue serving pet food processors during the COVID-19 crisis.
The pet retail chain will remain open and offer curbside pickup in the 34 states it operates in, as well as delivery services at select locations in 17 states.
These essential activities include food safety and animal inspection services that, if stopped, could impact food safety, animal welfare and public health.
The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development’s report report expects the outbreak and subsequent ramifications to create a critical impact on China and world economy.
