Sustainability
Negotiations of new EU rules on sustainable packaging to kick off in 2024
The Council and the Parliament will start the legislative process to design regulations regarding the packaging and pack
Picart opens new production plant in Barcelona
The pet food manufacturer, which is celebrating its 70th anniversary, will triple capacity.
Arcaplanet: new digital features, more stores and sustainable targets
The biggest Italian pet retailer shares with GlobalPETS the achievements in 2023 and plans for the upcoming year.
Pet food brand recognized by the German Sustainability Award 2024
Green Petfood has been awarded for its holistic commitment to creating innovative and sustainable food concepts for dogs
Changes ahead in US labeling guidelines
From new nutrition facts to visual icons, what will the new rules mean for all pet food manufacturers operating in th
Pet Sustainability Coalition: helping businesses to reduce their environmental impact
With its wide range of resources, the Pet Sustainability Coalition has over 10 years of experience in supporting pet
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.
Key considerations in the direct-to-consumer shift
What are the opportunities and challenges for pet food companies when expanding their direct-to-consumer footprint?
Harnessing protein power: sardines and anchovies as superfoods
As consumers become increasingly focused on holistic pet care, superfoods are gaining more traction. Are protein supe
Building a pet company with global reach
Schulze Heimtierbedarf is a family business based in the small German town of Porta Westfalica. A sailing trip 40 yea
Europe softens organic qualification criteria for pet food labeling
Now that the rule has been changed from 100% to 95% organic agricultural ingredients, will this accelerate the pet fo
Australian food giant TasFoods moves into the pet food industry
The Sydney-based group will market a new range of premium pet treats nationwide.
These are the winners of the PIF 2023 awards
The UK’s Pet Industry Federation (PIF) recognized pet businesses in different categories.
The Pack becomes the EU’s first plant-based pet food firm to be B Corp certified
The British start-up shares its plans with GlobalPETS to expand its product portfolio and enter the EU.
What factors are influencing the online spending habits of pet owners in the UK?
Cost of delivery is the most important factor, with 6 out of 10 owners preferring free delivery purchases.
Introducing: Symrise Pet Food's recipe testing playground
There’s a new tool in the toolbox for pet food manufacturers looking to tweak and try new recipes.
Microalgae is the answer to more sustainable pet food
There’s a clear shift in how pet parents are approaching nutrition – they’re becoming more knowledgeable, empha
Pet food labeling and preservative use
‘No added preservatives!’ The varying water content in pet food affects the need for preservatives, and therefore
Navigating the global pet care landscape
In the increasingly competitive industry of pet care, where brands jostle for attention and trust, Spectrum Brands st
Legal alert: updated EU rules on organic pet food labeling to become a reality this year
Europe will remove the previously “excessive” criteria of 100% of agricultural ingredients to qualify for organic
