South America

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

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

ADM establishes Mexico as its production hub for Central America
The agribusiness giant plans to double monthly tonnage through a new production line in its Guadalajara facility.

Symrise reaffirms growth targets driven by pet segment performance
The firm’s pet portfolio recorded double-digit growth in Latin America and Europe, Africa, and the Middle East in t

Debunking the rumors: is Petco really at risk of bankruptcy?
The American pet retailer is reportedly at an elevated risk this year. GlobalPETS learns more.

Deflation in the pet category (Part 2): US
Deflation in the US pet category began in June, but is this trend likely to continue for the rest of the year?

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.

Performance of aquatic portfolio softens Spectrum Brands’ revenue
The Wisconsin-based pet care company posted 6.2% less sales in the last quarter.

Mexican vet startup secures $10 million investment
Vetalia aims to expand its services to Chile and Colombia after an investment round.

i-Tail’s pet treat sales drop by over half
We dive into the details of why the Bangkok-based manufacturer posted a drop of 40% in revenue in Q2 2023.

Ourofino’s pet health portfolio plunges 12.9% in Q1
High interest rates and changes in consumer behavior trends were to blame.

What’s behind Ÿnsect’s recent rebranding?
GobalPETS learned that the French insect ingredient producer plans to accelerate operations in Mexico, the US, and Eu

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

Where did US pet food exports go in 2022?
American cat and dog food exports surged by 20% in 2022, hitting almost $2.5 billion in value.

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.

Purina PetCare leads Nestlé’s growth in 2022
The company’s overall sales hit Swiss Franc (CHF) 94.4 billion in the year, up 8.4% f

Survey reveals 1 in 3 US pet parents worry about pet expenses
Research from the American Pet Products Association (APPA) finds that younger generatio