USDA reports HPAI strategy progress 07.01.2025 By Ryan McCarthy The association reported drops in egg prices, continued monitoring and ongoing funding for research and vaccine development. Read More
US keeps defenses up against ASF outbreak 05.27.2025 By Arvin Donley The USDA and industry officials are going to great lengths to keep African swine fever outside US borders.Read More
Industry associations back SAFE Act 05.05.2025 By Nicole Kerwin According to the AFIA and NARA, the legislation would protect the trade of US agricultural products, including pet food and rendered ingredients, in the event of animal disease outbreaks.Read More
Global pet food production increases 4.5% in 2024 05.01.2025 By Arvin Donley and Nicole Kerwin Alltech released its annual Agri-Food Outlook, sharing the continued growth of the animal feed and pet food industries. Read More
Protecting pets 04.15.2025 By Kimberlie Clyma The threat of animal disease is hitting closer to home with companion animals facing increased risks.Read More
Legislators concerned about HPAI response plan 04.10.2025 By Ryan McCarthy An oversight committee sent a letter to the HHS, questioning how it will address the animal disease.Read More
APHIS seeks comments on indemnity program for HPAI 03.18.2025 By Ryan McCarthy The agency will allow a 30-day comment period for the interim final rule.Read More
Savage Pet recalls chicken cat food 03.18.2025 By Nicole Kerwin To date, two cats have contracted highly pathogenic avian influenza after consuming the food.Read More
Wild Coast Raw cat food recalled due to HPAI 03.04.2025 By Nicole Kerwin The company has expanded its recall to include additional lots of its Boneless Free Range Chicken Formula raw cat food.Read More
USDA shares $1 billion plan to tackle HPAI 03.03.2025 By Ryan McCarthy and Nicole Kerwin The Pet Food Institute expressed its support in the plan. Read More