Aligning interests: How distributor partnerships support pet food businesses 09.24.2024 By Jennifer Barnett Fox Solid partnerships require an alliance, combining the strengths of the brand and distributor to enhance profitability.Read More
Evolving pet ownership leads to shift in consumer purchasing behaviors 06.18.2024 By Jennifer Barnett Fox The persona of the ‘pet parent’ continues to change, shaped in part by expanding omnichannel options.Read More
Transportation challenges causing a ripple effect in the pet food supply chain 05.21.2024 By Jennifer Barnett Fox A driver shortage, port congestion, labor and trade disputes, and other distribution snags all eventually lead to increased costs for consumers.Read More
Wet packaging evolves alongside consumer demand for convenience, sustainability 03.26.2024 By Jennifer Barnett Fox Cans, cups, chubs and pouches are serving multiple purposes for wet formulations, from humanization to eco-friendliness to food safety.Read More
M&A trends, opportunities in the pet nutrition space 12.05.2023 By Jennifer Barnett Fox M&A activity in the pet food and treat industry continues to show strength despite slowing from 2021 and 2022 levels.Read More
What it takes to be recall-ready 09.05.2023 By Jennifer Barnett Fox A strong food safety culture that includes mock recalls can improve product safety and strengthen brand value.Read More
Trends, challenges and opportunities in the fresh pet food space 07.18.2023 By Jennifer Barnett Fox Consumers are increasingly seeking out pet foods and treats that mirror their own nutritional wants and needs.Read More
What to consider when calculating equipment ROI 04.25.2023 By Jennifer Barnett Fox People, processes, future needs and aspirations should all be a part of the ROI equation.Read More
Making the case for carbohydrates 03.23.2023 By Jennifer Barnett Fox Misconceptions about the nutritional needs of pets can lead to villainization of carbohydrates in pet foods.Read More
Creating form, structure with binders 11.17.2022 By Jennifer Barnett Fox Binders can help create a desired texture, structure and stability in wet and dry pet food and treat formulations.Read More