All about Pet Food
The PFMA is the leading trade body for the UK pet food industry and our 85 members account for over 90% of the market. (read more)
How Pet Food is Made
Feeding the birds provides a lifeline during winter
Posted Jan 21, 2019 |The winter months provide a challenge for birds, as frosts, winds and snow can make it hard to find natural food supplies. Some smaller birds need to eat 30-40% of their body weight to survive the winter and supplementary feeding can provide a lifeline.
Feeding commercial raw pet foods safely and responsibly
Posted Jan 15, 2019 |Following the recent Daily Mail article PFMA provides advice and information to pet owners feeding a commercial raw pet food to their cats and dogs.
EU and member states endorse new FEDIAF Code of Good Pet Food Labelling
Posted Jan 09, 2019 |FEDIAF launches new Pet Food Labelling Code following approval from the EU Standing Committee for Animal Nutrition.
PFMA Welcomes Four New Companies in to Membership
Posted Oct 18, 2018 |This month the Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association (PFMA) has welcomed four new diverse pet food companies in to membership.
FEDIAF presents new Nutritional Guidelines at European Vet Congress
Posted Sep 27, 2018 |FEDIAF, the European Pet Food Industry Federation, has just released the 2018 edition of its scientifically reviewed Nutritional Guidelines for Cat and Dog Food. The updated version was presented earlier this month at the 22nd European Society of Veterinary and Comparative Nutrition (ESVCN) Congress in Munich.
OTC - January 2019 - The Credible Voice of a Responsible Pet Food Industry
Michael Bellingham and Nicole Paley talk to Simon King about PFMA's work, the continuity of staff, the three year vision with 2018's focus on animal welfare plus APGAW and Brexit work in addition to highlighting role of members.
Pet Gazette - December 2018 - Festive Feeding Watch Outs
Nicole Paley gives advice on festive foods that can be harmful to pets and highlights the importance of maintaining usual feeding and exercise routine during the holidays.
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Codes Of Practice
The latest news on guidelines for the manufacture of raw pet food in the UK.
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Brexit & PFMA
PFMA published the Brexit Manifesto at its AGM on 30th March, the day after the Prime Minister's Article 50 letter was delivered to Brussels.
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