Kimberlie Clyma

Kansas City

Editor at Pet Food Processing

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EATS announces pet food production line roster

1 week ago | petfoodprocessing.net | Kimberlie Clyma

CHICAGO — Live production lines will return to this year’s Equipment, Automation and Technology Show for Food and Beverage (EATS), formerly Process Expo. The biennial show, scheduled for Oct. 28 to 30 at McCormick Place in Chicago, is co-hosted by the Food Production Solutions Association (FPSA) and Messe Frankfurt Inc. The on-site production lines, which have been a feature at the show since 2017, will feature three live production lines — pet food, meat and bakery.
Q&A: How alternative proteins are the future of pet food

2 weeks ago | petfoodprocessing.net | Kimberlie Clyma

KANSAS CITY, MO. — With increasing concerns about the long-term availability and sustainability of animal-based proteins for use in pet nutrition, more pet food companies are seeking alternatives to traditional protein ingredients.
Good Boy Goodies gets inventive with its distribution

4 weeks ago | petfoodprocessing.net | Kimberlie Clyma

MACON, GA. — Flexibility and creativity have been the keys to success for ArrKeicha Danzie ever since she started her natural, human-grade dog treats brand, Good Boy Goodies, in 2019. The brand was born out of her quest to find healthy treats to feed her Great Pyrenees/Poodle mix Mr. Chubb. After she couldn’t find the clean, filler-free treats she was looking for, she was forced to get creative and started making her own.
Mettler-Toledo Test Before You Invest program for processors

4 weeks ago | meatpoultry.com | Kimberlie Clyma

LUTZ, FLA. — With increasing operational costs and industry economic pressures on the rise, pet food manufacturers need to ensure they are getting the most from their capital investments. To help alleviate these pressures, Mettler-Toledo Production Inspection introduced its Test Before You Invest program. The program provides manufacturers with hands-on testing, real performance data and expert support in order to make informed product inspection systems choices.
Mettler-Toledo offers processors chance to ‘test before you invest’

1 month ago | petfoodprocessing.net | Kimberlie Clyma

LUTZ, FLA. — With increasing operational costs and industry economic pressures on the rise, pet food manufacturers need to ensure they are getting the most from their capital investments. To help alleviate these pressures, Mettler-Toledo Production Inspection introduced its Test Before You Invest program. The program provides manufacturers with hands-on testing, real performance data and expert support in order to make informed product inspection systems choices.
Accredo Packaging earns minority supplier certification

1 month ago | petfoodprocessing.net | Kimberlie Clyma

SUGAR LAND, TEXAS — Accredo Packaging, Inc., a sustainable flexible packaging manufacturer, has been certified as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) by the Southwest Minority Supplier Development Council (SMSDC) and recertified by the Houston Minority Supplier Development Council (HMSDC), solidifying the company’s long-standing commitment to inclusive and responsible business practices.
Q&A: How to start on the quest for sustainability

1 month ago | petfoodprocessing.net | Kimberlie Clyma

KANSAS CITY, MO. — The Pet Sustainability Coalition (PSC) is not just a non-profit organization working to create a “positive impact for the communities and environments where we do business.” The coalition is a collaborative, impact driven, action oriented, solutions focused and inclusive association that has been helping guide the pet industry through its collective sustainability journey since its inception.
Kemin acquires Bactana

1 month ago | petfoodprocessing.net | Kimberlie Clyma

DES MOINES, IOWA — Ingredient manufacturer Kemin Industries announced the acquisition of Bactana®, a research-driven company specializing in advancements in intestinal health and fermentation technology. The investment by Kemin’s pet food ingredient business unit — Kemin Nutrisurance: Pet Food and Rendering Technologies — showcases the company’s commitment to furthering its innovation and expertise in gut health. Bactana Corp.
Milk-Bone introduces limited-edition SUPERMAN box

1 month ago | petfoodprocessing.net | Kimberlie Clyma

ORRVILLE, OHIO — Just in time for the release of DC Studios’ SUPERMAN movie this summer, which will feature Superman’s four-legged sidekick, Krypto the Superdog, J.M. Smucker Company is launching its Milk-Bone® limited-edition Milk-Bone® SUPERMAN™ Box. The 24-oz box will feature iconic Superman artwork on the package.
Brian Burke promoted to senior VP of operations at Simmons Pet Food

1 month ago | petfoodprocessing.net | Kimberlie Clyma

SILOAM SPRINGS, ARK. — Simmons Pet Food has promoted Brian Burke to the role of senior vice president of operations, effective immediately. Burke, who previously served as vice president of operations, will replace Derek Baucom, who is assuming the role of president for Simmons Animal Nutrition. “We are thrilled to announce Brian Burke as our new senior vice president of operations,” said Scott Salmon, president of Simmons Pet Food.