Private equity expands pet portfolio with Cosmic Pet acquisition 10.28.2021 By Jordan Tyler Platinum Equity has acquired the pet treat and accessory company and combined it with Petmate.Read More
Darling Ingredients taps leader for US specialty operations 10.27.2021 By Jordan Tyler Sandy Dudley has been promoted to manage the company’s nutrient production for wet pet food and various other markets, as well as its renewables business.Read More
ORIJEN launches high-protein dog treats 10.27.2021 By Jordan Tyler The Champion Petfoods brand has introduced four formulas each with 90% protein from animal ingredients.Read More
CIPS 2021 canceled due to ‘epidemic situation’ 10.27.2021 By Jordan Tyler Show organizers have rescheduled the event for 2022.Read More
Zooplus bidding war resolved 10.27.2021 By Jordan Tyler Hellman & Friedman and EQT Private Equity have partnered to jointly acquire the leading European pet products provider.Read More
Universal Pure to open new HPP facility in Dallas area 10.26.2021 By Jordan Tyler The company has purchased a 103,000-square-foot facility to support expanded capacity demands.Read More
Omega Plus names North American leader 10.26.2021 By Jordan Tyler Shortly following its stateside debut, the brand’s North American presence will now be led by Michael Fabbro.Read More
Lan Handling invites pet food processors for in-person event 10.26.2021 By Jordan Tyler The retort handling supplier will host a two-day event in The Netherlands geared specifically toward wet pet food manufacturers.Read More
Cargill appoints chief DEI officer 10.26.2021 By Eric Schroeder Gregory D. Jones will lead diversity, equity and inclusion efforts for the agricultural corporation. Read More
Fundamental and functional uses for fats and oils in pet nutrition 10.26.2021 By Lauren Semple Volume and value sales of these ingredients, as well as new products including plant- and marine-based oils, show this is a trend to watch.Read More