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Interview with Chairman of Plaček Group: “I foresee franchising our model to France, Belgium or Sweden in the near future”

Interview with Chairman of Plaček Group: “I foresee franchising our model to France, Belgium or Sweden in the near future”

The Czech firm Plaček Group wants to revolutionize pet retailing with an innovative in-store approach. Besides that,

Retail, Online & DTC
24 Nov 2023
BARF pet food: the story so far

BARF pet food: the story so far

The raw pet food sector is rapidly evolving, but there are some key challenges it needs to overcome.

Pet Food
24 Nov 2023
Consumer preferences in the booming grooming sector

Consumer preferences in the booming grooming sector

How frequently do owners take their dogs to the groomer? What do they value most when choosing a professional? How do

Global Pet Industry
24 Nov 2023
Artificial Intelligence in the pet start-up scene

Artificial Intelligence in the pet start-up scene

New technology is helping young companies to optimize their processes and their communications with customers. But to

Trends & Insights
24 Nov 2023
Alternative pet diets: who's trying them and why?

Alternative pet diets: who's trying them and why?

A new survey reveals the level of acceptance of nutrition trends like BARF and homemade pet food among pet parents in

Pet Food
17 Nov 2023
Pet Family acquires UK’s pet retailer Astrapet

Pet Family acquires UK’s pet retailer Astrapet

The company will incorporate Astrapet’s 4 shops into its existing portfolio.

Retail, Online & DTC
13 Oct 2023
A lower VAT rate to tackle price spikes?

A lower VAT rate to tackle price spikes?

The industry is calling for a temporary solution to inflationary pressure, while experts examine whether end consumer

Global Pet Industry
6 Oct 2023
Voff acquires Dutch pet food manufacturer Carnibest

Voff acquires Dutch pet food manufacturer Carnibest

The Swedish company wants to expand its natural premium pet food portfolio.

Pet Food
4 Oct 2023
Pets Corner: expanding wings in Europe and the US

Pets Corner: expanding wings in Europe and the US

The British retailer shares more details about its expansion strategy with GlobalPETS.

Retail, Online & DTC
18 Sep 2023
Butternut Box to build EU footprint with new £280 million investment

Butternut Box to build EU footprint with new £280 million investment

The London-based fresh dog food company is including a new manufacturing facility in its expansion plans.

Pet Food
6 Sep 2023
Pet parents’ habits when feeding their dog

Pet parents’ habits when feeding their dog

Most owners want to feed their dog the best quality food, but what other factors impact their final decision? Read th

Trends & Insights
1 Sep 2023
Esro to expand pet food ingredient business in Europe

Esro to expand pet food ingredient business in Europe

The Dutch firm announced a joint venture with New Zealand-based agribusiness group Scales.

Ingredients
17 Aug 2023
Belgian households with pets increased by 2% in the last year

Belgian households with pets increased by 2% in the last year

The Belgian Association of Pet Food Manufacturers (BEPEFA) releases fresh data about pet ownership

Trends & Insights
1 Jun 2023
Edgard & Cooper’s new TV ad defends junk-free pet food

Edgard & Cooper’s new TV ad defends junk-free pet food

The Belgian pet food company aims to inform pet parents what they feed their furry friends.

Pet Food
17 May 2023
Versele-Laga celebrates 90 years with a plant expansion

Versele-Laga celebrates 90 years with a plant expansion

The Belgian manufacturer opens a new production line for extruded plant-based pet food

News
9 May 2023
Pet entrepreneurs who made the Forbes 30 Under 30 list

Pet entrepreneurs who made the Forbes 30 Under 30 list

The founders of brands Mammaly, NutriPaw, and Just Russel have been recognized for leading Europe’s retail and e-co

News
31 Mar 2023
The impact of inflation on pet parents’ wallets

The impact of inflation on pet parents’ wallets

More owners now admit to experiencing challenges with paying the bills for their pets. We analyze the way higher pric

Trends & Insights
24 Mar 2023
Pet food maker Edgard & Cooper raises €20 million

Pet food maker Edgard & Cooper raises €20 million

The capital injection will allow the Belgian producer to boost product innovation and i

Pet Food
16 Feb 2023
United Petfood eyes Turkish market with investment in Lider Pet Food

United Petfood eyes Turkish market with investment in Lider Pet Food

The Belgian private-label producer hopes to use joint expertise to strengthen its opera

Pet Food
13 Feb 2023
United Petfood takes over 2 of Cargill’s plants in Eastern Europe

United Petfood takes over 2 of Cargill’s plants in Eastern Europe

The Belgian manufacturer bought the production facilities of the Ame

Pet Food
1 Dec 2022
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