Brazil
Brazilian bill increasing taxes on non-essential products excludes pet food
A proposal in the state of Minas Gerais intended to increase the tax on different products, including pet supplies, by 2
What can we expect from Black Friday?
Nearly 3 out of 10 shoppers are expected to purchase pet supplies in tomorrow’s discount festivity. GlobalPETS lear
E-commerce accounts for 40% of Petz’s business
The Brazilian pet retailer increased its revenue by 6.8% in the third quarter of 2023.
Final decision: BRF keeps its pet food business
The Brazilian food giant considered selling its pet portfolio earlier in the year. Why has it suddenly changed its mi
Symrise opens new production facilities in France and Brazil
The German company strengthens its presence in Latin America and opens a dry pet food pilot production site in Europe
The versatility of yeast-based ingredients: from protein source to immune support
Yeasts are single-cell microorganisms known and used by humans for over 5,000 years. What are the benefits of these v
Promising markets in the world of wet pet food
Although the wet pet food category has suffered from the trading-down trend among consumers, it still has potential.
Petz: Mixed feelings in the second quarter of 2023
The Brazilian pet retailer reported sales worth R$944.8 M (€176.1M/$193.1M), but less income.
Brazilian pet food producer joins Pet Sustainability Coalition
Natoo displays strength as a climate action leader and reinforces its commitment to sustainability.
Is BRF closer to selling its pet portfolio?
The Brazilian food giant has been receiving a number of bids since last year.
Ourofino’s pet health portfolio plunges 12.9% in Q1
High interest rates and changes in consumer behavior trends were to blame.
Brazil’s pet market revenue jumps 16.4%
The growth rate is declining overall, while online sales spiked in 2022.
Petz Group expands its digital and physical footprint
More than half of the Brazilian pet retailer’s stores are now located outside São Paulo state.
Purina announces new investment in Southern Brazil
The construction of a new pet food plant from Nestlé’s subsidiary in Vargeão will cost $440 million.
Online entertainment for pets
The humanization of pets is leading to a boost in pet entertainment. Time to check out what’s happening, as excitin
Brazilian food giant BRF to sell its pet food portfolio
The company wants to raise cash in a challenging financial situation.
Petz digital business jumped 62.6% in 2022
Up to 70% of the Brazilian pet retailer's online revenue comes from its app.
Brazilian pet food manufacturer invests $1.6 million in new distribution center
Special Dog Company aims to make its products available to more than 40,000 outlets.
The environmental footprint of pet diets
A study evaluating Brazilian pet diets raises the question if replacing real meat or reducing the excess of nutrients
These are the investments that boosted the pet industry in 2022
Even with increased inflation and recession scares, the sector has witnessed several noteworthy inv
