PFI introduces redesigned website 08.02.2024 By Kimberlie Clyma The new site offers a more modern, user-friendly design and contains a wealth of helpful information for pet parents.Read More
PFI introduces webinars on new pet food labeling guidelines 07.23.2024 By Nicole Kerwin The series will educate processors on upcoming changes under Pet Food Label Modernization. Read More
Pet food associations receive funding for export market development 05.24.2024 By Jordan Tyler The American Feed Industry Association and Pet Food Institute were among the 66 recipients of funding from the USDA RAPP.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
Pet Sustainability Coalition saves nearly 19 tons of CO2 05.21.2024 By Nicole Kerwin The organization has shared the success of its 2024 Earth Day Rally. Read More
Global economic pressures stunt US pet food exports in 2023 03.29.2024 By Jordan Tyler Exports of American-made dog and cat food products fell 3% year-over-year.Read More
New bill proposes streamlining regulation of pet food 02.23.2024 By Kimberlie Clyma Under the PURR Act, the FDA would have regulatory authority over labeling and ingredient review for pet food and treats.Read More
AAFCO Workgroup comes to contentious conclusion on copper claims 02.14.2024 By Jordan Tyler Proposed guidelines for “controlled copper” claims for dog food are not based in science, according to those who voted against.Read More
Proposed tinplate steel tariffs stopped in their tracks 02.09.2024 By Jordan Tyler and Nicole Kerwin The International Trade Commission has voted unanimously to reject proposed antidumping duties for tinplate steel imports.Read More
AFIA, PFI receive federal funding to expand US trade 01.15.2024 By Arvin Donley and Nicole Kerwin The associations will aim to support the animal feed and pet food industries with funds from the USDA FAS’s Market Access Program.Read More