Nicole Kerwin

Kansas, Kansas City, United States

Digital Media Associate Editor at Pet Food Processing

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ADM postbiotic shown to support canine metabolic health

1 week ago | petfoodprocessing.net | Nicole Kerwin

CHICAGO — ADM has released a new clinical trial on its PRIOME Metabolic Health (MH), demonstrating its ability to reduce blood sugar levels in adult dogs. According to the company, the trial supports the role of postbiotics in pet health and paves the way for more innovations in functional pet nutrition. The company conducted a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study on 45 healthy adult dogs.
Wenger, Extru-Tech introduce AI extrusion software

1 week ago | petfoodprocessing.net | Nicole Kerwin

SABETHA, KAN. — Extrusion processing technology suppliers Wenger® and Extru-Tech launched their new advanced extrusion process optimization software: EXPRO AI. The software uses artificial intelligence (AI) to help transform extrusion operations by predicting outcomes, optimizing setpoints, and enhancing product quality and operational efficiency. Powered by TwinThread, EXPRO AI uses a sophisticated AI predictive model to analyze historical and real-time process and quality data.
NaturVet launches life-stage supplement line

1 week ago | petfoodprocessing.net | Nicole Kerwin

TEMECULA, CALIF. — NaturVet launched its new All-In-One Daily Care soft chew supplement line for dogs on May 28. The line is specifically designed to provide dogs with targeted health and wellness support at every stage of life. The new All-In-One line includes: Puppy Daily Care, designed to support the needs of growing puppies by targeting skeletal support, brain development, digestive and immune health.
Meatly creates method to reduce cost of cultivated meat

1 week ago | meatpoultry.com | Nicole Kerwin

LONDON — Meatly announced a series of achievements in its scientific production process, allowing the company to further scale its production of cultivated meat and reach price parity with traditionally reared chicken. The company has concluded the commissioning and first cell growth run in its new pilot-scale 320-liter, low-cost bioreactor.
Meatly reduces cost of cultivated meat

1 week ago | petfoodprocessing.net | Nicole Kerwin

LONDON — Meatly announced a series of achievements in its scientific production process, allowing the company to further scale its production of cultivated meat and reach price parity with traditionally reared chicken. The company has concluded the commissioning and first cell growth run in its new pilot-scale 320-liter, low-cost bioreactor.
ABM introduces new pet food mill

1 week ago | petfoodprocessing.net | Nicole Kerwin

VANCOUVER, WASH. — ABM Equipment, a bulk systems supplier for many pet food facilities, released its new mill design, made specifically to address challenges associated with popular dust-tight roller mills. The new mill is designed to reduce the particle size of grains for feed and ingredients used in processed pet foods. The 9x9 mill features 9-inch rollers that can handle up to 66.5 lbs per minute, complementing existing 9x6 and 9x12 options.
Volare to develop ‘world’s most efficient’ insect protein plant

1 week ago | petfoodprocessing.net | Nicole Kerwin

PORI and HELSINKI, FINLAND — Finnish biotechnology company Volare announced May 27 that it has closed a €26 million ($29 million USD) funding round to help build its new insect protein facility: Volare 01. According to the company, the facility is set to be the most efficient protein production plant in the world, serving the aquafeed, animal feed and pet food markets.
Nestlé invests in Indian pet food brand

1 week ago | petfoodprocessing.net | Nicole Kerwin

VEVEY, SWITZERLAND — Food giant Nestlé announced May 26 it has acquired a minority stake in Drools Pet Food Private Limited, an Indian pet food brand. According to Nestlé, Drools will continue to remain operationally independent through the investment. Established in 2010, Drools is India’s first “home-grown” pet food brand, according to the brand.
USDA: Humanization, premiumization offer opportunities in Saudi Arabian pet food market

2 weeks ago | petfoodprocessing.net | Nicole Kerwin

RIYADH, SAUDIA ARABIA — Pet ownership in Saudi Arabia is rising as social norms shift and disposable income increases. This has led to a growing pet industry in the country, with the humanization of pets also leading to a rapidly expanding pet food market, according to the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS). All this provides US pet food processors with opportunities to expand their international footprints.
Dog wellness franchise names new COO

2 weeks ago | petfoodprocessing.net | Nicole Kerwin

JUPITER, FLA. — Scenthound, a dog wellness franchise, recently named Josh Lyon as its chief operating officer. Lyon will leverage his experience to scale the franchise’s operational excellence and success. Lyon has more than 15 years of senior administration and operations management experience with a background in the fitness industry. He has held several leadership roles with TITLE Boxing Club and has served as an advisor to emerging concepts at Franworth.