- In June 2024, Malaysian startup Notti Pet Food secured a seed investment of USD 500,000 from 500 Global and First Move. Known for pioneering Southeast Asia’s first slow-baked, super-premium pet kibbles, Notti plans to use the funding to launch new product lines and expand its presence into the Singapore and Philippines markets. This strategic move reflects the company’s commitment to elevating pet nutrition standards through innovative formulations, including new extruded dog food options. The investment also supports Notti’s broader mission to treat pets as cherished family members and provide them with high-quality, human-grade nutrition
- In April 2024, Allana’s Bowlers brand launched Nutrimax, a groundbreaking line of dog food designed to deliver premium nutrition at an accessible price. Introduced during the WSAVA conference in Kochi, Nutrimax aims to meet the rising demand for high-quality, affordable pet food in India. The product line features human-grade ingredients and is manufactured using advanced extruded formulations at Allana’s state-of-the-art facility in Telangana—Asia’s largest pet food plant. Nutrimax targets pet owners seeking complete, nutrient-rich meals for their dogs, bridging the gap between premium and budget segments in the rapidly growing pet care market
- In March 2024, Royal Canin launched its Fresh Health Nutrition line, marking its entry into the rapidly growing fresh pet food segment. This new range features gently cooked meals tailored to dogs at different life stages—puppy, adult, and senior—and is designed to support immune health, digestion, and overall wellness. While the term “fresh” often suggests non-extruded food, Royal Canin’s history of leveraging extrusion technology in its premium and specialized diets suggests that certain components may still benefit from extrusion for enhanced nutrient delivery and palatability
- In January 2024, ANDRITZ Feed & Biofuel spotlighted its latest twin-screw extruders, specifically engineered for high-meat pet food formulations. These advanced machines, including the ExTS 616 and 718 models, are designed to handle the complexities of processing fresh meat with high moisture and fat content—challenges that traditional extruders often struggle with. By ensuring complete starch utilization, efficient material discharge, and rapid recipe transitions, ANDRITZ’s technology supports the growing demand for high-protein, premium extruded dog foods. Their innovation reflects a broader industry shift toward nutrient-dense, meat-rich pet nutrition
- In July 2023, Duravant LLC, a global provider of engineered equipment and automation solutions, announced its acquisition of PPM Technologies from Stonehenge Partners. PPM, known for its expertise in conveying, coating, and thermal processing equipment, serves a wide range of food sectors—including pet food. This acquisition strengthens Duravant’s portfolio by integrating PPM’s capabilities with those of Key Technology, enabling more comprehensive, turnkey solutions. For the pet food extrusion market, this consolidation such asly enhances innovation and efficiency, particularly in high-performance processing lines that demand precision and adaptability
