Mars, the USA-based multinational food and pet care manufacturer, is proposing to close its pet food production facility in Minden, Germany, as part of a strategic review of its operations. The proposal affects approximately 110 employees at the Minden site, which manufactures dry pet food brands including Pedigree, Crave, and Perfect Fit for more than 20 countries. Production is expected to end by late 2026, with volumes transferred to other …
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United Petfood, the Belgian private label pet food manufacturer, has announced its entry into the Canadian market through the acquisition of a production facility in Drummondville, Quebec. The site, which focuses on the manufacture of dry pet food, was acquired from Legault Group as part of an asset deal for an undisclosed sum. The move marks United Petfood’s first manufacturing presence in North America. United Petfood, which has an annual …
United Petfood, the Belgian pet food manufacturer, and Lider Petfood, the Turkish pet food producer, have announced the acquisition of a dry pet food production facility in Kırklareli, Turkey. The companies have purchased the site from Maya Family, a Turkish pet food business. Located near Istanbul, the plant is intended to serve demand in both domestic and international markets. According to Lider Petfood, the facility’s equipment will allow for an …
Gama spoke to Prof. Keeley Crockett, Professor in Computational Intelligence at Manchester Metropolitan University. Read this Industry Insight in the next issue of Gama News. You’ve often said that AI is currently facing a ‘trust’ test similar to the one physical brands face. Why is that the starting point for this conversation? It’s fundamental. The consumer has to trust your products, and it’s exactly the same with AI. When …
Nestle Purina, the pet care division of the Swiss food and drink giant, has inaugurated its largest-ever investment in Brazil with the opening of a new wet pet food factory in Vargeao, Santa Catarina. The BRL 2.5 billion ($470 million) facility is designed to significantly expand the company’s production of wet food for cats and dogs, nearly doubling its local capacity in the category. Equipped with next-generation production lines, the …
Pure Treats, the Montreal-based pet food business, has announced the acquisition of Primal Pet Foods from private equity firm Kinderhook Industries. The transaction, which includes manufacturing sites in Texas and Colorado, was supported by Fredericks Michael & Co., who acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Pure Treats. Pure Treats, the owner of the PureBites and PureSnacks brands, described the deal as a “transformational moment” for the company. Based in …
Nasta Pet Food, the French-based pet nutrition group, has announced the acquisition of FirstMate Pet Foods, an independent Canadian pet food manufacturer. Based in British Columbia, FirstMate is a family-owned business founded in 1989 that operates a fully integrated manufacturing model, including its own kibble facility and cannery. The deal, which also involves parent company Taplow Ventures, marks a significant milestone in Nasta Pet Food’s expansion into North America, the …
J.M. Smucker, the US food and pet products manufacturer, has announced a $20.5 million investment to expand its manufacturing facility in Topeka, Kansas. The project involves a $17.8 million capital investment in real property and $2.7 million for new equipment to support modernization and operational growth. According to the company, the expansion will add 28,000 sq ft of new space and renovate a further 32,000 sq ft. The Topeka site, …
Agrolimen, the Spanish food and pet care group, has announced the acquisition of Ollie, a New York-based fresh, human-grade dog food brand. Although financial terms were not officially disclosed, sources familiar with the transaction suggested the deal values the brand at over $600 million. Founded in 2016, Ollie operates a direct-to-consumer subscription model, utilizing national cold-chain distribution infrastructure to deliver veterinary-backed nutrition, including fresh food, treats and supplements, tailored to …
Wellness Pet Company, the US-based natural pet food manufacturer, has expanded its product portfolio with the introduction of Wellness Protein Bowls for dogs. The new range consists of wet dog food recipes designed to be served as either a complete, balanced meal or a bowl topper. According to the company, each bowl contains 38g of high-quality protein and is formulated without corn, wheat, soy or artificial colours, flavours and preservatives. …
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