Growth is attributed to double-digit sales increases for dog and cat food, 25% sales growth for wet pet food and 40% growth for pet treats over the quarter.
The organization has partnered with NOVA Chemicals Corp to test recycled pet food packaging and identify additional uses for repurposing those materials.
The family-owned distributor will be the sole provider of the pet food and treat brand to more than 2,400 pet retailers in the Northeast United States.
The two companies will leverage each other’s capabilities to develop new products and tools to help manufacturers and retailers succeed in a changing marketplace.
Recapping several new facilities, technical centers and innovation hubs that were announced or opened in 2020 to drive animal nutrition research forward.