A 36% increase in dog ownership since 2009 is one factor driving proliferation in the dog food, treat and product market, according to Packaged Facts.

The company aims to remove twice as much plastic waste than it uses in its own packaging through the partnership.

The company’s new solutions are optimized to reduce fines buildup, improve sanitation and maximize powder transfer.

The pet food and treat manufacturer has appointed Caryn Reinthaler to manage sales and distribution of Vital Essentials and Vital Cat brands in the mid-Atlantic United States.

Ikdeep Singh joins the company as president of Mars Pet Nutrition North America, effective Aug. 31.

Three industry experts will weigh in on food safety standards, what has changed and what will become the “new normal” for pet food processors.

The company issued a voluntary recall after one bag of the formula tested positive for Salmonella.

The company reported an 11% increase in overall net sales for its first quarter of 2020, with pet food and snack sales up 3% from year-ago revenue.

The rural lifestyle retailer has added a variety of Mid America Pet Food’s VICTOR formulas to its stores.

The association cited COVID-19 complications for canceling its 2020 program, and plans to take this opportunity to improve the program.