Nestlé organic growth up but sales down
Nestlé surprises with stronger-than-expected growth, but a sales dip and leadership shake-up hint at deeper challenges
Pet food
General Mills profits slide but bets on pets for 2026 win
The FMCG major has a positive outlook despite a negative end to the year
Meatly edges towards price parity after major cost cuts
The cultivated pet food company believes its product will soon reach price parity with chicken
Nestlé expands pet food division
Food and beverage giant sets sights on Indian market
Insect protein bolsters antioxidant defences for dogs
Black soldier fly protein can help improve dogs’ skin barrier and strengthen antioxidant defences
Nestlé pet food a purrfect growth sector
Animal ownership is rising fast, creating major diversification opportunities for food manufacturers, and Nestlé is leading the way
New developments in nutrition: Updates from Beneo, IFF, Novus, and Resilient Biotics
Swine, poultry and pet food innovation
Feline frenzy: The inside track on China’s pet food market
Growing preference for cats over dogs in China
Regen ag gains momentum in the US pet food supply chain
Collaborative efforts to advance sustainable farming
Pet food market round-up
Deals, partnerships, and R&D in the global pet food sector
We track deal making, new distribution partnerships and R&D developments in the global pet food sector
Global investments and technology advances in insect protein: Spotlight on Tebrio, Entosystem, Entocycle and EnviroFlight
This week we report on investor action in the insect protein sector and on the increasing reliance on advanced technology for scalable production in that industry.
Regulatory update: ASC certification, EFSA call on trace minerals and FDA guidance
We round-up regulatory developments including ASF certification for BioMar facilities, US ingredient review challenges and an EFSA call for data on copper, cobalt and other trace elements.
Feature: Protein innovation
Green Plains and Houdek look to unlock potential of fermented protein
Fermented plant-based proteins are emerging as a promising ingredient category in feed, with two US-based companies at the forefront of this innovation: Green Plains, headquartered in Nebraska, and Houdek, based in South Dakota.
Spotlight on Brazil: Pet owners prioritize health despite challenging economics
Natural nutrition is trending in the Brazilian pet food market as owners invest in pet health, contributing to double digit growth against a backdrop of tough economic conditions.
Pet food companies drive value despite challenges, says investment bank
Macro-economic headwinds have induced caution in the pet food space, but opportunities still abound in high-growth segments for those companies who target the right subthemes, according to Houlihan Lokey.
Aker BioMarine plans $590m divestment of krill feed business to new joint venture
Aker BioMarine has finalized an agreement to divest its feed ingredients business to a newly formed entity, established by American Industrial Partners (AIP) and Aker Capital (Aker), for an enterprise valuation of $590m.
FEDIAF annual congress: Prioritizing pet food in EU regulations
The Federation of European Pet Food Manufacturers' Associations (FEDIAF) held its annual congress in Poland last month, focusing on the complexities of the authorization process for additives used in animal nutrition.
Extrusion enhances amino acid digestibility in grain-free pet food
A study examining the effects of single and twin thermal screw extrusion on the protein quality of grain-free pet foods including animal- or plant-based protein ingredients found that amino acid digestibility increases after extrusion compared to raw...
AAFCO rejects voluntary copper claim for dog food after review
The AAFCO pet food committee has voted against establishing a voluntary ‘controlled copper’ claim for dog food.
Protein innovator Enifer secures €36m in funding, new factory build on the horizon
Enifer has announced the completion of a funding package worth €36m (US$39m) that enables it to start building a food-grade mycoprotein factory in Finland, with the initial output set to be feed grade.
Calysta novel protein secures European pet food market entry
Interzoo in May marked the debut of a pet food product featuring a novel protein from Calysta.
New tie-up aimed at expanding access to sustainable pet food ingredients
Wilbur-Ellis Nutrition and precision fermentation technology innovator, Bond Pet Foods, are partnering to develop tailored ingredients for pet food applications.
General Mills snaps up premium Belgian pet food brand
General Mills has acquired Edgard & Cooper, a prominent independent premium European pet food brand.
MicroHarvest and VEGDOG collaborate on alt protein dog treat
Biomass fermentation player, MicroHarvest, has teamed up with vegan pet food producer, VEGDOG, on a microbial protein-based treat for dogs.
Beneo sees no let-up in demand for plant-based ingredients in pet food
Beneo highlights its vegetal proteins, derived from fava bean, wheat, or rice, as valuable assets in pet food producers’ toolboxes. Launched in June 2023, the range has seen robust performance, according to Dr Maygane Ronsmans, product manager of animal...
From hurdles to heights: Maltento's journey in insect biotechnology
What are some of the challenges that South Africa’s Maltento has encountered on its journey from a small-scale operation to a serious player in insect biotechnology?
Insect protein for companion animals: Hill’s Pet Nutrition sees great potential
Leading US pet food manufacturer Hill’s Pet Nutrition highlights insects as a valuable, sustainable protein and fiber source for dogs.
Cargill and Nestlé align to slash Purina pet food carbon footprint
Nestlé and Cargill are building on their joint efforts in regenerative agriculture in a new project.
Helping pet food brands make protein sourcing decisions
Why is optimal protein utilization crucial for maximizing the potential to enhance the environmental footprint associated with pet food?
Petsource by Scoular expands to cater for growing pet food demand in US
Petsource by Scoular, the US-based manufacturer, is expanding its operations to cater for the growing demand for freeze-dried pet food in North America.
Lab-grown meat startups target the pet food sector
The pet food market is becoming a target for cultivated meat; a small number of lab meat producers are targeting the sector, attracted by its volume growth, and commercial potential.
Reports from IPPE 2024
NARA advocates for rendering's crucial role in circular economy, challenges exclusion from US food waste strategy
NARA urges the EPA, USDA, and FDA to recognize the pivotal role played by the US rendering industry in curbing food loss, waste, and minimizing the overall ecological footprint of food production.
Precision fermentation technology company, Bond, unveils partnership with pet food major
A collaborative partnership is propelling Bond Pet Foods, which produces animal proteins through precision fermentation, onto the next stage of its growth journey.
How has the pet food industry’s understanding of the microbiome in companion animals evolved in recent years?
That is one of the questions our session on the pet microbiome, as part of FeedNavigator’s inaugural Pet Food Digital Summit, will try and answer.
Australian dog food company set for expansion
The Pet Butcher, an Adelaide-based dog food company, is looking to expand its concept across Australia and diversify into the feline food market, founder and director Nick Martin tells us.
FeedNavigator unveils inaugural Pet Food Digital Summit 2024
The pioneering event will feature expert sessions, dynamic presentations, and influential speakers in pet nutrition.
Ÿnsect eyes US pet nutrition market as it gets the nod to commercialize mealworm proteins in dog food
The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO), following two years of evaluation, has granted Ÿnsect the first authorization for the commercialization of defatted mealworm proteins in the US.
Danish dog food startup unveils super-premium insect-based brand
Danish pet food and treat startup, Globe Buddy, says it has taken a further step towards environmentally friendly pet nutrition by introducing a super-premium dog food, Globe Buddy Brown, incorporating insect-derived protein.
Arch Pet Food: a new player in the game, unveiling BSF dog food and Copi-based treats
Arch Pet Food is a relatively new entrant to the pet food industry based in the US. Established around two years ago, the startup is exploring the use of alternative ingredients in cat and dog diets.
Vegan dog brand Omni inks deal with European pet retailing giant
UK-based vegan dog food company, Omni, has formed a strategic partnership with Fressnapf, a major German pet retailer boasting over 1,400 stores across Europe.
WOAH: Use of antimicrobials for growth promotion must be completely phased out globally
The World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH) is calling on its member states to restrict the use of antimicrobials solely to veterinary medical use and to achieve a total ban on their use as growth promoters, starting with drugs that are critically...
From struggle to strength: First half of 2024 to see return to normality for feed additive market
The results of an industry survey show ongoing profitability pressure in the pharma API and the feed and food additive space.
Bulk of EU soybeans sourced from regions with low-deforestation risk, says crusher organization
EU crushing companies are singing the same tune. Once again they report being unable to sell soybeans they purchased at their real value as most customers are not willing to buy soy products certified sustainable, including no-deforestation criteria, if...
Evonik sees low amino acid prices but records good third quarter performance
Beating market expectations, the amino acids producer increased its adjusted EBITDA by 8% to €485m (US$571m) in Q3 2023 versus Q2.
Expanded Cargill soy crushing plant in Ohio is now operational
Cargill reports that it has completed an expansion and modernization project at its integrated soybean crush and refined oils facility in Sidney, Ohio.
Bunge reveals value of CJ Selecta acquisition
Bunge disclosed the value of the CJ Selecta deal during its call with analysts following the company’s Q3 2023 earnings release last week. It is paying out around US$600m to acquire the Brazilian manufacturer and exporter of soy protein concentrate (SPC).
Feed market expansion is strategic priority for Benson Hill in shift to asset-light business model
Benson Hill has transferred ownership of its Seymour, Indiana crushing facility, which it had operated since 2021, to White River Soy Processing for about $36m in gross proceeds, subject to working capital and other adjustments.
ADM boosts capacity in Mexico, aims to expand its pet food coverage in Central America and Colombia
ADM has invested $33m to build and open a new pet food production line at its existing facility in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico.
Protix secures strategic investment from Tyson Foods, set to build US facility
Tyson Foods has reached an agreement for a two-fold investment with Dutch insect ingredients producer, Protix.
Feed mills globally now have access to biosecurity audit tool
US feed pathogen control specialist, Anitox, has launched a free app to collect and present feed mill biosecurity audit records for all geographies and regulatory bodies.