The pet food producer has acquired Dagsmark Petfood to expand its wet pet food production in Finland.

The company aims to “lead a new era of bio-solutions” for more than 30 industries.

Whiskas Pouch Reset by Mars Petcare Europe and Butcher’s Nourishing Food for Dogs Healthy Heart Tins by Butcher’s Pet Care have been recognized by the Product of the Year 2024 awards.

The deal was first announced in November 2022.

The two companies will begin formulating test diets for regulatory and market evaluation.

The VICAM™ Fumo-V™ ONE Strip Test can test for mycotoxins in finished product in less than 10 minutes.

The company will invest up to $100 million in fiscal 2024 to support the new business segment.

The event covered emerging trends, sustainability, packaging, trade, ingredients and more in the industry.

The emerging retailer aims to “redefine the pet supply experience.”

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