Analysts point to potential trade, regulatory policies under the Trump administration.

The pet food and treat market keeps expanding as the industry sets its sights on record sales by 2030. 

AFIA expresses concerns of long-term economic consequences from the strike at East and Gulf Coast ports. 

The association is focused on several initiatives all aimed to nurture the industry’s resiliency.  

The association plans to support the animal feed and pet food industries by focusing on regulatory practices, supply chain challenges, trade, sustainability and more.

AFIA’s Mallory Gaines shares insights on the growth potential for US pet food exports.

The association is urging for more research into sustainable ingredients, improvements in trade relations and more to help the industry flourish. 

According to data from the USDA’s FAS, the countries offer US pet food processors opportunities for international expansion. 

The American Feed Industry Association and Pet Food Institute were among the 66 recipients of funding from the USDA RAPP.

Exports of American-made dog and cat food products fell 3% year-over-year.