The supplier has received the 2023 AmeriStar Award in the shelf-stable category for a sustainable packaging solution used by Purina.

Dog and cat food sales have been buoyed by inflation in recent years, and pet owners are beginning to make tradeoffs to stave off price pressures.

Brian Rich will support the company’s Private Brands division.

The company will embark on a significant project, adding four new pet food production lines.

The Craft Dog Soda line features three flavors of human-grade, uncarbonated beverages for dogs.

Independence Premium Foods will co-manufacture human-grade dog food products at the refurbished facility.

Calibra Veterinary Diet Snacks consists of six formulas targeting specific health conditions in dogs.

Planet A Pet Food’s meatless dog diet combines insect, plant-based and upcycled ingredients.

Rich Tannenbaum will lead the specialty retailer’s growth strategy.

The company’s shifts to renewable energy and its support of regenerative agriculture are key initiatives.