The ingredient, NexPro®, is derived from co-products of the ethanol production process and will compete with corn gluten meal, fishmeal, soy and corn protein concentrates as a new high-protein, plant-based ingredient for pet food and feed production.

The ingredient supplier purchased Dakota Dry Bean, Inc.'s barley business and related production assets for an undisclosed amount.

The sustainable ingredient can offer increased levels of EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids in dog foods.

The company’s Zephyr horizontal conveyor addresses key needs of modern food processors.

The two equipment solutions providers aim to expand their capabilities and services for food processing sectors in Europe, the Americas and Asia Pacific regions, including pet food processing.

Healthy Food Ingredients has added two specialty mills, one in North Dakota and the other in South Dakota.

The company has debuted its latest pet food solution, PurePal, that can increase overall appeal of a dry dog food product aroma among both pets and pet parents.

The company promoted Paul Krechel to sales director of the company’s US and international divisions, and Elie Mechaalany to sales director for its Canada, Europe and United Kingdom businesses.

Robert Pointz joins the company as vice president of business development, where he will lead strategic development initiatives.

Jeff Rowen joins the company to lead and develop its strategic sales partnerships.