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 funding will benefit Pi Chi Omega and the National Pest Management Association Foundation.

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.

As the company nears its full capacity for pet food manufacturing, it is focused on high volume brands to meet increasing demand.

This means the animal food industry is advised to continue operations normally during the coronavirus outbreak in the United States.

Industry players are ensuring their supply chains are stronger than ever as the COVID-19 crisis causes food demand to skyrocket.

Stand-up pouches, flexible packaging and cartons offering sustainability and convenience features are giving processors and consumers additional options to the traditional canned format.