PFMA
This coverage focuses on the Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association (PFMA) and its role in representing the UK pet food industry. Pet Gazette reports on PFMA’s market data, policy updates, nutritional research, and industry guidance, as well as its advocacy on behalf of manufacturers, suppliers, and the wider petcare sector. Our coverage provides pet trade professionals with insights into regulatory developments, consumer trends, and best practices promoted by the PFMA to support industry growth and compliance.
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May- 2025 -14 MayManufacturers
Cotswold Raw gains UK Pet Food approval
Cotswold Raw has announced that it has officially achieved approval under UK Pet Food’s Raw Standard Scheme. The scheme was developed by UK Pet Food and KIWA alongside the government regulatory bodies DEFRA and the FSA. The UK Pet Food Raw Standard encompasses all aspects of hygiene and feed safety.…
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Sep- 2024 -3 SeptemberFeatures
The TikTok opportunity – the growth formula for pet care brands?
The pet supplies industry is growing rapidly with the market valued at £7.2 bn and rising. Apart from the rampant demand for pet products of all kinds – from organic dog food and sustainable cat litter to hand-crafted hamster nests and Halloween costumes for guinea pigs – social media is…
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Apr- 2023 -3 AprilFeatures
Bursting the bubble: the decline in the pet sector
“I think breeders are cautious. Given everything you read in the news about the cost of living crisis, etc and for breeders the worst situation is when you can’t find buyers for all of the puppies in the litter,” says Axel Lagercrantz, CEO of Pet Media Group, which owns Pets4Homes.…
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Nov- 2022 -8 NovemberTrade Organisations
PFMA rebrands as UK Pet Food
The Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association (PFMA) has unveiled its new identity, UK Pet Food, to “better” reflect the remit of the organisation. The trade association has over 100 members and represents 90% of UK manufacturers. The UK Pet Food branding focuses on a strong yellow core logo, which the association…
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Aug- 2022 -10 AugustTrade Organisations
PFMA to hold parrot symposium
The PFMA is holding a Parrot Symposium on 21 September to provide a “unique” learning and networking opportunity for parrot experts and enthusiasts. Held at Chester Zoo, the event aims to: Deliver the latest knowledge on parrot nutrition and welfare Provide an opportunity for all attendees to take part in…
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Jun- 2022 -6 JunePet Owners
Pet food subscriptions more than double since 2018, says Yodel
Pet food deliveries have more than doubled in four years according to the latest figures from independent parcel carrier Yodel. Yodel said UK consumers turn to online deliveries as a “more convenient way to care for pets”, with the biggest rise coming from London, where pet food deliveries were up…
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May- 2022 -27 MayFeatures
How to deliver the best pet subscription delivery experience
The pandemic hasn’t just been a boom time for pet ownership. Sales of subscription boxes also surged, making them more popular than ever. What started out over a decade ago with people buying themselves food, beauty and well-being boxes for home delivery is now a market on its way to…
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Apr- 2022 -25 AprilIndustry News
PFMA names Nestle Purina communications director as chair
The Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association (PFMA) has welcomed Claire Robinson-Davies, Nestlé Purina corporate communications director, as its new chair. The appointment was announced at its recent AGM at the end of March. Robinson-Davies has previously been a representative on the PFMA executive committee and chair of the sustainability committee. Sustainability…
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Mar- 2022 -17 MarchFeatures
Animal welfare technology in the pet industry
“Demand for pets has soared. Enquiries increased by more than 253% during lockdown and over 20,000 people contacted pet charity Wood Green about getting a new pet – more than half of which were for dogs,” says Linda Cantle, director of pet and owner support services at Wood Green. The…
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Nov- 2021 -16 NovemberIndustry News
Pets at Home selects Blue Yonder to upgrade warehouse capabilities
Pets at Home has announced it has upgraded its warehouse capabilities and selected Blue Yonder’s Warehouse Management System (WMS) to help meet the increase in consumer demand for pet care products and services. The brand is currently underway with a wider digital transformation programme that covers all areas of its…
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