Pet Food Processing surveyed United States pet food and treat manufacturers for insight on the pandemic’s effect on production, supply chains, sales channels and business in general.
The fresh pet food company opened its newest kitchen in Delaware last week, adding production shifts at locations across the United States and implementing safety precautions for pick-ups and deliveries.
Emphasizing the health of the supply chain, the US Food and Drug Administration provided broad-ranging guidance to the animal food industry in response to the pandemic.
The company’s pet food manufacturing facility in New Jersey was not in compliance with some sanitation and cGMP standards, and some finished product tested positive for pathogens.
The company is increasing procurement, testing and manufacturing of its VeriGEN vitamin premix to continue serving pet food processors during the COVID-19 crisis.
These essential activities include food safety and animal inspection services that, if stopped, could impact food safety, animal welfare and public health.
The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development’s report report expects the outbreak and subsequent ramifications to create a critical impact on China and world economy.
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