The omnichannel platform has acquired Ark Naturals.

The certification formalizes the company’s dedication to pets, people and the planet.

Ashley Brinkman has been appointed to director of government affairs at the organization.

The company has made several changes to its leadership within its production, quality, engineering, logistics and finance operations.

The company has donated nearly 65,000 lbs of pet food from its Halo Pets brand to Greater Good Charities.

The acquisition of Freeze Dried Foods NZ LTD and its subsidiary, Kiwigarden, are expected to fuel growth for the air-dried pet food company.

The company is experiencing softness for discretionary pet product purchases in the face of industry-wide inflation and economic uncertainty.

Ned M. Bassil has been appointed to chief executive officer, following former CEO Pierre Khattar’s transition to the board of directors.

The company is constructing a new, sustainable facility to integrate all manufacturing capabilities under one roof.

Alejandro “Alex” Cedeno has been appointed to senior vice president of R&D at Mars Pet Nutrition North America.