Russia

Analysis: key trends and challenges in the Russian pet market
With pet food production skyrocketing, the local industry is living through unprecedented times. How is the future lo

Insect pet food: an update
The rapidly growing number of start-ups and technological developments are helping advance this sector.

The post-Black Sea grain era
Players are seeking alternative transport routes, but fearing a price increase in the near future.

EU funds algae product development applicable to pet food
The co-founded initiative is expected to lead to sustainable solutions in the Baltic and North Sea regions.

Analysis: European pet population grew by 11% in 2022
Nearly half of the households in the region have at least 1 pet. We take a look at what’s happening in each country

Russia terminates Black Sea grain deal
Wheat prices increase after the Kremlin halts support for the safe grain corridor from Ukrainian ports.

Analysis: Black Sea grain deal is on the verge of collapse days before its extension deadline
Non-renewal would have direct implications in sourcing raw materials for pet food.

Black Sea grain deal extended for at least 60 days
The pet industry ensures easier access to grain from Ukraine, a critical raw material i

The clock is ticking: deadline for Black Sea grain deal renewal approaches
The safe corridor to facilitate grain export from Ukraine to many industries, including pet food, expires on 18 March

The uncertain future of the Black Sea grain deal: how it affects the pet food industry
An initiative to establish safe grain exports from Ukraine should be renewed next week, but Moscow

Humanization in pet beds, crates and cushions
As the well-being of cats and dogs is increasingly important for pet owners, the market for pet bedding products is g

Ukrainian players see relocation and international sales as safeguard against war
Companies are trying to relocate their operations to the safest places in the country and abroad while im

Russia compromises to ease imports after SOS call from local pet industry
Official figures presented during a recent industry meeting sh

Russian pet food industry fears stock shortages and price hikes after war in Ukraine
International pet food brands have announced the suspension of their operations in the country while the

Polish dog treat producer Maced is acquired
Assisi Pet Care invested in the company to

Russian pet industry 2021
The Russian pet market has significantly changed within the last year, alike pet markets in many other countries. How

Mars expands production in Siberia, Russia
Mars has opened a third wet pet food production line at its Novosibirsk factory.

Pet food supplies from Spain to Russia are suspended
By a letter dated March 12th, Rosselkhoznadzor (RSN) reported that due to the detection of undeclared unregistered GM

Half of vet clinics in Russia to be closed
According to Zooinform, The Federal Service for Surveillance on Consumer Rights Protection and Human Wellbeing (Rospo

COVID-19 shapes the Russian pet food market
The coronavirus pandemic has been a real game-changer in Russia, driving online sales to record heights and bringing