PFMA latest news and blogs
FREE Obesity Prevention Training on Pet Obesity Awareness Day from PFMA and The Webinar Vet
Posted Sep 23, 2021 |PFMA is delighted to announce a superb line up of speakers at its FREE virtual ‘Obesity Prevention Training’ CPD event. The training will take place on Wednesday 13th October, Obesity Awareness Day, from 09:30 – 17:00 in association with The Webinar Vet and you can register here.
Pets at Home becomes PFMA’s first Associate Member
Posted Sep 14, 2021 |The Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association (PFMA) recently launched a new Associate Member category for those who work closely with the pet food industry.
The Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association and The Webinar Vet present: Pet Obesity Awareness Day – Virtual Event
Posted Sep 07, 2021 |Taking place online on Wednesday 13th October 2021
PFMA Updated Statement on Feline Pancytopenia 26 August 2021
Posted Aug 27, 2021 |On 26 August, the FSA issued an updated statement, which highlighted that following extensive wide scale laboratory testing, no causative link between the recalled cat food and feline pancytopenia has been established.
Canine DCM and Pet Food
Posted Aug 09, 2021 |PFMA continues monitoring investigations into Canine DCM (Dilated Cardiomyopathy) in the US, and urges pet owners to feed their pets with a complete and balanced diet, made by reputable manufactures.
The Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association (PFMA) Launches an Associate Membership Offering
Posted Aug 04, 2021 |For the first time in fifty years, those working closely with the pet food sector can now apply to become an Associate Member.
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Updated statement on feline pancytopenia from the Food Standards Agency (FSA) 16 July 2021
Posted Aug 09, 2021 |The FSA published an updated statement on 16 July.
PFMA provides guidance on raw feeding in light of raw food study
Posted Jul 12, 2021 |PFMA is aware of recent research from the University of Porto focusing on a potential link with raw meat diets for dogs and drug resistant bacteria in dogs.
Information for pet owners concerned about pancytopenia
Posted Jul 01, 2021 |Feline Pancytopenia Q&As for pet owners
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RVC investigation into pancytopenia in cats
Posted Jun 21, 2021 |The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) are currently investigating a spike in cats presenting with the symptoms of pancytopenia. This is a condition which causes a deficiency in all types of blood cells. Symptoms can include fever, pale gums, blood in the urine and faeces and bleeding from the nose.
SPS Certification Working Group: Urgent call for new veterinary agreement as restrictions cause sharp drop in British exports to the EU and threatens the viability of UK business
Posted Jun 10, 2021 |PFMA, alongside other organisations making up the SPS Certification Working Group, which includes food and feed trade associations, hauliers, farmers and veterinary and environmental health professional organisations have joined together to propose in a new report an urgent new veterinary agreement and streamlined processes to resolve crippling restrictions to exports to the EU, Britain’s largest trading partner.
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PFMA releases latest Pet Population Data
Posted Mar 22, 2021 |3.2m UK homes have a pandemic pet with 38% admitting it’s just like having a new baby
PFMA reassures the nation there is a good supply of pet food
Posted Mar 09, 2021 |PFMA is aware that some retailers are currently experiencing shortages of pet food pouches due to unprecedented demand. However, we would like to reassure pet owners there is a good supply of pet food in all other formats across the brands.
UK pet food industry struggling to export to the EU
Posted Feb 23, 2021 |PFMA, the representative body for the UK pet food industry, has raised alarm bells over the severe challenges faced by pet food businesses exporting to the EU.
PFMA comments on Exeter University study looking at cat predation
Posted Feb 12, 2021 |PFMA is aware of the recent study from Exeter University that focuses on cat predation and the role of specific interventions including play and diet in limiting this natural behaviour. As an organisation committed to the well-being of all animals, including the wildlife population and biodiversity, we welcome research in this area.
PFMA Launching World Leading Programme for Best Practice Raw Pet Food production
Posted Jan 14, 2021 |"The scheme coordinated by independent providers – KIWA, is designed to be an extra tool to support the safe production of raw pet food."
BREXIT & PFMA
The pet food industry: Playing a part in sustainability and reducing carbon emissions
The pet food industry is very mindful of the role it plays in the responsible use of resources, including minimising wherever possible the environmental impact of pet food production. Pets are part of the family and bring numerous benefits to society. Pets instil responsibility,
encourage social awareness, and contribute to wellbeing. As an industry, we have a responsibility to balance the needs of the population (pets and people) with protecting the environment for future generations.
The pet food industry: Preparing for Brexit since the referendum
With previous experience from a number of trade associations, including some time in Brussels, Michael Bellingham, chief executive
of the Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association, is perfectly placed to lead the industry through these challenging times. Here he discusses
the impact and implications of the UK’s exit from the EU.