The distributor will now carry all of Tucker’s products for distribution to independent pet stores nationwide.

Danielle Rios will assume the role, fueling the company’s expansion in the independent pet retail channel.

Michael Woods will oversee all operations and supply chain functions for the Green Bay-based company.

Though this category represents a mere fraction of the overall market, consumer demand is pushing the category to the next level.

Some products tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes during an FDA facility inspection.

The company, and its Vital Essentials pet food brand, has introduced several new sustainability initiatives. 

According to data from NielsenIQ, fresh/frozen and freeze-dried formats are bucking the trend dragging down the rest of the industry.

The UK-based supplier’s ice packs are designed to provide lasting temperature control for fresh and frozen pet food products during transportation.

According to CoBank’s latest report, fresh formats, humanized products and those targeting pet health will continue to fuel the pet food industry.

The frozen and freeze-dried pet food brand has partnered with delivery company Yelloh.