Manufacturers

The PFMA forms a special group for raw commercial producers

The Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association (PFMA) has announced the creation of a new ‘Raws Group’. It will focus on issues of interest to commercial raw producers. Seven companies within the sector will be joining the group, including long-standing PFMA member, Natures Menu, and six new members. The Raws Group includes: Benyfit…

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Planning permission granted for Natures Menu production plant

Earlier this week, raw pet food manufacturer Natures Menu received planning permission for the development of a new purpose-built production facility. The Norfolk-based company will use the site to keep up with the growing demand for their raw complete pet foods. Natures Menu has seen sales increase by over 30 percent…

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Animology reaches 100,000 likes on Facebook

Award-winning grooming brand, Animology, has surpassed 100,000 likes on its Facebook page. The company’s grooming products are now available in over 40 countries worldwide, and have gained Facebook fans from across from the globe. Since the fourth quarter of 2015 the account has seen a dramatic rise of over 70,000, as awareness of the brand, which…

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Bob Martin acquires Care business from Nestlé Purina in Europe

Family-run pet healthcare business, Bob Martin, has reached an agreement with Nestlé Purina. Bob Martin purchased the Nestlé Purina PetCare business, which manufactures and sells a range of small animal pet food and pet accessories. The sale was completed on January 1 2016. Bob Martin acquires manufacturing, distribution and salesforce capabilities…

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R & E Bamfords recruits a new account manager

North West-based manufacturer and wholesaler, R & E Bamfords has recruited Christian Romeril as its new account manager. Christian has over 20 years’ experience within the pet industry. Firstly managing pet shops and then progressing to field sales with Royal Canin and Agria Pet Insurance. Tony Neve, head of sales said: “As…

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New appointment at Berry Feed Ingredients

Berry Feed Ingredients has strengthened its team with the addition of a new member. Lynette Willoughby has a background in customer service, logistics and account management and will assist company’s continued growth. To find out more about Berry Feed Ingredients go to  www.berryfeedingredients.co.uk.

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Trilanco spends £7m on new facility

Trilanco, the animal health and equestrian products wholesaler, has begun the construction of a new purpose-built facility. The seven million pound project was officially launched on December 11 2015. Trilanco’s new facility will be located at Mill Farm in Kirkham, which is around six miles from its current base. The new six…

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New key account manager for Pooch & Mutt

South London-based dog food and treat manufacturer, Pooch & Mutt, has announced a new addition to its team. Hannah King joins the company as a key account manager with responsibility for increasing sales and managing e-commerce and pet store chains throughout the UK. She will also support the head of sales with…

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Forthglade will partner with Guide Dogs for 2016

Natural pet food company, Forthglade, has named its leading charity for 2016. The Devon-based business will partner with Guide Dogs and aims to launch a ‘Name a Puppy’ campaign commencing in January. Forthglade will raise funds for the charity by adding a Just Giving page to its website and aims…

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InformPet promotes oral health on TV screens

Inform Pet has launched its first ever TV advertising campaign in partnership with Guerillascope. With the support of ProDen PlaqueOff Animal – for which Inform Pet is the UK and Ireland’s sole distributor – the campaign will be shown on various channels such as Pick, Sky Living, Food Network, Home,…

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