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One of my strategic thought partners works at a pet food company. Why? Pet food often follows human food trends. We share supply chains. And most importantly, agricultural practices spread across the globe from farmer to farmer. While the skeptics sometimes flinch at the "big names" getting into #regenerativeag, these types of collaborations move the industry forward and done right, support farmer livelihood. https://lnkd.in/gMHV8fKF

Europe gives a nod to cultivated meat! 🚀 | The UK has approved the world's first cultivated meat for pets — a major win for Meatly and a gamechanger for the global pet food landscape 🐶 Research suggests that the pet food industry has a massive climate impact, comparable to entire countries like the Philippines! Although this initial approval caters to our furry friends, this milestone could pave the way for wider regulation and acceptance of cultivated meat for human consumption across Europe. 👀 As the European continent begins to embrace cultivated meat, the ripple effects will be felt worldwide, inspiring countries to explore sustainable protein alternatives and paving the way for a more resilient food system. 👉🏽 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gZCUBgpC #petfood #cultivatedmeat #futureoffood Good Food Institute Europe

Big news for sustainable pet owners! 🌱 Hungarian insect producer Agroloop is taking a giant leap towards eco-friendly pet food. Their new €20 million facility, set to open near Budapest Airport in autumn 2024, will harness the power of black soldier fly larvae to create a protein-rich alternative to traditional animal feed. Why this matters: - Water Wise 💧 Uses 40x less water than traditional livestock farming. - Land Steward 🌍 Requires 30x less land per unit weight of protein. - Energy Efficient ⚡ Produces feed with reduced energy consumption. - Climate Champion 🌿 Generates 40x fewer carbon emissions per unit weight. Plus, their circular economy model upcycles over 20,000 tonnes of food byproducts annually, transforming waste into a valuable nutrient source for insect production. Have you considered insect-based pet food for your furry friend? (this is not a paid endorsement - I just have a very strong interest in insect foodstuffs) #InsectProtein #EcoFriendlyPets #Sustainability https://lnkd.in/eCk2JrCP

The UK has become a pioneer in the lab-grown meat industry by granting the first-ever regulatory approval for its sale - but not for human consumption. This innovative product uses cultured chicken cells grown in a lab setting to feed pets. This approval represents a significant step towards more sustainable and potentially ethical pet food options. Lab-grown meat avoids the substantial environmental impact associated with traditional meat production and has the potential to eliminate the need for raising animals specifically for pet food. Check out the full story on the BBC website. Another major media outlet looking at the matter. Thanks for following! https://lnkd.in/dfmJ2Tbu #LabGrownMeat #PetFoodInnovation #SustainableFood #FutureOfFood #CultivatedMeat #UKFirst #LabGrownChicken #EthicalPetFood #LondonStartup #Meatly #EnvironmentalImpact #PetFoodSustainability #FutureOfPets #FoodTech #BreakingNews #BBCNews

Tackling #sustainability can feel like a Herculean task, especially for #petfood processors just getting started on this journey. But starting small and individualizing your approach based on your specific company needs and values is a great place to start. “Sometimes getting started can mean surveying what your company is already doing and building on it,” said Lara Moody, executive director at the Institute for Feed Education and Research. Read more about current approaches, resources and inspiration for operational sustainability in the #petfoodindustry: https://ow.ly/bt8y50QzNxC

🐶Pet food brands can support ethical agriculture through sustainable sourcing practices by prioritizing traceability and transparency in their supply chains. They should ensure responsible farming practices and verify the absence of harmful substances. 🌿Supporting organic and regenerative farming methods can minimize environmental pollution and promote soil health. Collaborating with fair trade organizations ensures farmers receive fair wages and work under safe conditions. Pet food brands can also minimize food waste by utilizing by-products and surplus ingredients from the human food industry. Investing in research and development enables exploration of alternative protein sources and sustainable packaging solutions. By embracing these practices, pet food brands can meet consumer expectations while positively impacting the environment and animal welfare. 💪 Let's work together towards a more sustainable and ethical world for our pets' meals. #Sustainability #EthicalAgriculture #SustainableSourcing #PetFoodIndustry #AnimalWelfare #EnvironmentalImpact #petfood #Peptido

The U.K. poised to lead the alt protein market? Despite regulatory push-back in Italy and France, the U.K. government has approved cultivated chicken cells for sale in pet food. Meatly will be the first company to take this technology to market here. Interestingly, the article states "a study by the University of Winchester found that 50 per cent of surveyed pet owners would feed their pets cultivated meat and 32 per cent would eat it themselves." Would you feed this to your dog? Would you eat it yourself? My view is this sets a precedent for future approvals and shifts us closer to these technologies being accessible as a tool for more sustainable food systems. Next up, approval for human consumption?

BSF in the news: "Insect protein is a key solution to a sustainable pet food industry" "On June 12, the White House introduced a plan to meet its goal of reducing food loss and waste in the U.S. by 50% by 2030. The National Strategy for Reducing Food Loss and Waste and Recycling Organics, a collaborative effort between USDA, FDA and EPA, included multiple mentions of insects as part of the solution to this problem, noted Aaron Hobbs, executive director of the North American Coalition for Insect Agriculture (NACIA). “Just this week, the Biden Administration published its plan," said Hobbs. “Insects can -- and are -- playing a growing role in the prevention of food waste and food loss in multiple ways.” Full story: https://lnkd.in/d2UGaBh3 #insects #petfood #insectfarming #insectos #insectes #moscasoldadonegro #insecten #insectfarm #petfoodinnovation #petfoodindustry #blacksoldierfly #petfoodingredients #sustainability #alternativeproteins #pets

😀🌞 “Black soldier flies (Hermetia illucens) are powerful upcyclers,” said Jorge Martínez , president, pet nutrition, ADM, “They efficiently turn low-quality feedstock into premium ingredients, potentially making them a more sustainable alternative source of protein and oil for pet nutrition.” 🐾 Fully agree- That is Why we 💚🪰🐛🌍💪 🟢 just started my day - checking LI- Reading a repost article written by Jordan Tyler of PetFoodProcessing.net Inc And need to share that good article with my almost 9,000 followera ~>please Read it yourself! 🟢 With so true statements - and its happening NOW and at large scale; fly with us; gamechangers; for Pet; People and Planet! #Bettertogether as we say and practice Protix YOU are NOT Alone!! 🟢”The more stakeholders a company can get on board, the easier it will be to strategize and execute around sustainable operations. This includes establishing partnerships with likeminded players in the pet food manufacturing space, as well as consultancies and associations that can lend valuable perspectives to the plan.” Pet Sustainability Coalition (PSC) An increased emphasis on industry sustainability has given way to a plethora of third-party consultants, certification bodies and support systems available to processors looking to slash their environmental impacts. 🟢 PSC is one such organization. The coalition has been supporting the industry since 2013 in key performance areas, including integrated strategy, building and climate efficiency, and supply chain sustainability to name a few. PSC also offers hands-on project support to help companies measure and strategize their environmental efforts, as well as a third-party certification tool to help brands determine which route is best for them. #BetterTogether Protix 💚🌍🐶🐱~> Wish to hear more on our global database With exciting insights; contact me 1:1! 🟢If You do not ask #Thequestion; You Will never know what #Theanswer was……😉 🇺🇸Jordan Tyler see You soon In Orlando at Global Pet Expo 🙏🏻THNX to Lara Moody for reposting; made my day starting with a🌞

Curious about how the pet food and aquaculture industries performed in 2023? According to Alltech’s Agri-Food Outlook for 2024, global feed production held steady with a slight decrease of 0.2% to 1.29 billion metric tons due to various factors. In terms of pet food production, the industry experienced a slowdown in growth, reaching 34.7 million metric tons in 2023. North America led the way with 11.3 million metric tons, while Latin America saw a 3.85% increase in ingredient usage for pet food. Asia Pacific also experienced growth, attributed to the rise in pet-owning households. However, Europe was the only region to see a decline in pet food production, totaling 10.9 million tons in 2023. Supply-chain disruptions and inflationary pressures were key factors contributing to this downturn. For more insights on the pet food industry in 2023, check out this article from Pets International magazine: https://hubs.ly/Q02wRjjQ0 #PetFoodIndustry #FeedProduction #PetFoodTrends #IndustryInsights