Animal By-products

Dec 5, 2024 | internationalpetfood.com | Christopher Dev Jose |Animal By-products |Shannon Parsons |Niamh Cassidy

Loopworm, an Indian insect protein producer, has secured ISO 22000, GMP+, and HACCP certifications for its LoopFactory unit in Bengaluru, India. The facility, which has a production capacity of 6,000 tonnes per year, now meets rigorous safety and quality standards required for insect-derived protein in petfood and animal feed. The ISO 22000 certification ensures that Loopworm’s products meet strict food safety standards, produced in a controlled environment to prevent contamination.

Dec 5, 2024 | internationalpetfood.com | Christopher Dev Jose |Animal By-products |Shannon Parsons |Niamh Cassidy

Royal Canin has donated 2500 bags of petfood to VCA Charities in recognition of Giving Tuesday. The donation will support VCA Charities’ Fighting Hometown Hunger grant program, which provides meals to petfood pantries and shelters across the U.S.The donation honours graduates of the Royal Canin Pet Nutrition Advisor Program (PNAP), which aims to educate veterinary professionals.

Dec 4, 2024 | internationalpetfood.com | Animal By-products |Niamh Cassidy |Christopher Dev Jose |Shannon Parsons

The use of animal by-products (ABPs) in petfood has long been an industry standard, providing a cost-effective source of protein and nutrients for pets. These by-products often include organ meats such as liver, kidneys, and spleen, which would otherwise go to waste. However, as concerns over sustainability and environmental impact grow, the petfood industry finds itself under increasing pressure to ensure that its sourcing practices are both ethical and responsible.

Nov 28, 2024 | gov.uk | Animal By-products

A review is underway of the current fees that APHA charge for statutory services From: Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs and Animal and Plant Health Agency Published 28 November 2024 In 2018 the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) committed to working towards achieving full cost recovery (FCR) for the statutory services it provides. As a result APHA are conducting a review of the current fees that it charges.

May 7, 2024 | seafoodnews.com | Animal By-products

A Deep Dive Into Mother’s Day: Seafood Wins With Special Brunch Menus Mother’s Day is this Sunday and the National Retail Federation reports that spending in 2024 is expected to reach $33.5 billion. While greetings cards and flowers are always at the top of the list for gift purchases, special outings round out the top three in gift categories for mom.