This freeze-dried pet food and treat pioneer describes itself as “a meat shop for dogs and cats.”
From January to June 2023, new product launches revolved around pet humanization and increased consumer awareness toward pet health and wellness.
The new Phelps pet treat plant in Janesville, Wis., has the capability to produce shaped jerky treats — a new offering for the company.
As well as offering equipment testing, the center provides processors with engineering and product R&D expertise.
As the largest private-label and contract manufacturer of wet pet food in North America, Simmons Pet Food has set out on a $500 million strategic capacity growth plan.
From functional supplements and life-stage specific formulas to freeze-dried raw formats and collagen chews, the show floor was bursting with innovation.
Many on the list tout functional formulations to address key need states among dogs and cats.
Including a cell-cultured meat broth, superfood toppers, upcycled ingredients, insect-based treats and much more.
Supporting mobility, anxiety relief, gut health, skin and coat health, and other in-demand need states.
Take a look at the company’s supplement production at its Via and Remington plants.