The global pet food processing and packaging equipment sector is expected to reach $6.78 billion by 2028, according to a recent trends report by MarketsandMarkets.

Nutritional efficacy, quality and sustainability continue to drive pet food purchasing decisions, even when budgets are tight.

The company has purchased POS Biosciences Corp. to accelerate the production of value-added ingredients for human and pet nutrition.

Proposed guidelines for “controlled copper” claims for dog food are not based in science, according to those who voted against.

The additional square footage will triple the plant’s freeze-drying capacity and add 75 employees.

Mintel’s Lynn Dornblaser highlighted trends in personalization, naturalization and sustainability shaking up the industry.

The New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co. delivers high quality ingredients in freeze-dried and air-dried formulations.

The brand just opened its first store in Ontario and has five other locations set for Toronto.

Nugape Pet Food’s new Danna Pet Food brand will offer formulas specific to each pet’s unique needs.

Hosted by the AFIA, the event will allow those in the industry to learn about ingredients, processes and regulations used in the animal feed and pet food industries.