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
Pet food trends driving growth for global processing, packaging equipment markets 02.16.2024 By Jordan Tyler The global pet food processing and packaging equipment sector is expected to reach $6.78 billion by 2028, according to a recent trends report by MarketsandMarkets.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
NASDA backs AAFCO pet food label regulations 02.09.2024 By Nicole Kerwin The association encourages state feed regulatory programs to swiftly adopt AAFCO’s new regulations.Read More
EU adopts new labeling rules for organic pet foods 12.15.2023 By Nicole Kerwin Under Regulation 2023/2419, 95% of a formula’s ingredients must be organic in order to be sold as organic pet food.Read More
AAFCO to host pet food labeling workshop ahead of Midyear Meeting 12.08.2023 By Jordan Tyler The half-day workshop will inform pet food regulators and industry members about upcoming changes to dog and cat food label guidelines.Read More
Podcast: Challenges ahead for pet food label regulation 10.18.2023 By Jordan Tyler A disjointed state-by-state registration system is expected to put bumps in the road to pet food label modernization.Read More
ProMach acquires Lofton Label & Packaging 10.10.2023 By Nicole Kerwin The company will join ProMach’s Labeling & Coding line, significantly expanding its offerings.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
AFIA details animal food industry challenges, reiterates commitment to finding solutions 09.05.2023 By Nicole Kerwin The association has detailed several hurdles for processors and how it will continue to support pet food and animal feed manufacturers.Read More