Export Opportunities

Furr Boost launches four new smoothie drinks

Furr Boost has announced that it is launching four new varieties of its smoothie drink at PATS Telford. The new varieties will include venison, butternut squash and cranberry; salmon, sweet potato and blueberry; a vegan plant based version, and a special christmas-themed turkey, cranberry and parsnip. The venison, butternut squash…

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86% UK pet retailers claim exporting boosts business

Some 86% of pet retailers have claimed that exporting has increased their revenue and made their businesses stronger, according to new research released from the Alibaba Group UK. The study of more than 3,000 pet businesses across the UK in partnership with the Institute of Export and International Trade found…

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Furr Boost signs distribution deal with Pedigree Wholesale

Hydration smoothie drink creator Furr Boost has announced a distribution deal with Pedigree Wholesale to trade its products. The business said it is also receiving a high level of international enquiries for the drinks and is currently exploring export opportunities. The smoothie drinks were created by Louise Toal, a former…

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MPM Products reports sales boom in Japan

MPM Products has reported a 400% sales growth in Japan this year, following a “hunger for high-quality pet food” in the country.  The Manchester business sold £1m worth of products in the country this year, and predicts a 500% increase in sales over the next five years, with sales reaching…

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Government launches new ‘bounce back’ plan for retailers

A new series of measures has been announced by the UK Government to support businesses in the consumer and retail industries during the Covid-19 pandemic.  The plans, announced by Minister for exports Graham Stuart, will offer immediate support to businesses by ensuring specialists provide advice on online retail and international…

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PetQuip welcomes support measures for UK trade

PetQuip has welcomed a series of new government measures to help boost exports as UK businesses look to recover from the pandemic. The measures were announced yesterday (8 September) by exports minister, Graham Stuart MP, and are set to offer immediate support to companies by ensuring specialists provide advice on…

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PFMA launches two new trade events in London

Pet Food Manufacturing Association (PFMA) has launched two new trade events in London, which are open to member and non-member companies. Across 30-31 January, PFMA is hosting two events focusing on international trade and helping the pet food industry to maximise export opportunities. Day one of the event, ‘Way2Trade Chinese…

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New pet zone in China offers opportunities to PIF members

An agreement between the Pet Industry Federation’s (PIF) Chinese export partner, Best for Pets Supply Chain Co. Ltd, and the Chinese provincial government of Jilin, is expected to open exclusive export opportunities for PIF members who are looking to introduce their brand to the Chinese pet market. The agreement, signed…

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Sativa hires director of regulatory affairs to launch CBD vet services

Sativa Investments, UK-based medicinal cannabis investment vehicle, has appointed Dr Nick Horniman BVSc MRCVS as its director of regulatory affairs with immediate effect. In his new senior management role, Horniman has been appointed to coordinate the company’s overall regulatory strategy and ongoing relationships with regulators. He will also implement the…

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What will Brexit mean for the pet industry?

Contradictory claims and political turmoil. There’s no doubt that the recent EU Referendum left much of the UK scratching their heads and asking ‘what’s going to happen next?’ The pet trade is no exception. Following a vote on June 23, 51.9 percent of voters within the UK chose to leave the European Union.…

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