Lonnie Shoff will lead the company in developing and commercializing its veterinary diagnostic tools.

Other segments of the pet industry, including non-medical services, veterinary and non-food sales, are expected to see double-digit declines in 2020.

Pet Food Institute, the Pet Food Association of Canada and the Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association in the United Kingdom have published web resources to answer questions and reassure consumers.

The company’s PetCare business made up 15% of its annual revenue and accounted for 28.3% of net sales in North and South America alone.

Amy Tesinsky will oversee product development and production for the company, which expects to open its $50 million freeze-dried protein ingredient facility this fall.

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 association is prepared for an eventful 2020 to build on its 2019 successes.

The funding will benefit Pi Chi Omega and the National Pest Management Association Foundation.