Tim Batterson has been promoted from chief operating officer to president and chief executive officer of the major pet food and supply distributor.

Organizers of the International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) will make a decision about whether or not to host the 2021 trade show by Oct. 22.

Marco Azzaretti, who worked for Key Technology from 2012 to 2019, has rejoined the company as global director of marketing.

The company released its first quarter fiscal 2021 earnings on Sept. 23, reporting overall net sales growth of 9%.

Cat Fages will manage sales and distribution of the company’s Vital Essentials and Vital Cat brands in the Mountain and lower Midwest regions of the United States.

The company voluntarily recalled one lot of its Billy+Margot Wild Kangaroo recipe for possible contamination.

The companies teamed up to develop the new complete-and-balanced dog diets designed for active hunting dogs.

Lil’ Zesties Squares target allergies, environmental stress, as well as gastrointestinal and mobility issues in dogs.

The online conference will take place from Nov. 10 to 12 and feature discussions on business basics, pet industry-specific business lessons, and growth strategies.

Honest Paws will be distributed by the company to independent retailers across the state.