Mars Petcare
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Mars Petcare selects three startups for pet food programme
The cohort brings together insect biotechnology, fermentation and side-stream valorisation as alternative routes to proteins, fats and other pet nutrition ingredients.
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Mars commits US$3M to Thailand rabies elimination
The three-year programme will target hard-to-reach dog populations, strengthen rabies surveillance and expand veterinary training to support Thailand’s national elimination efforts.
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PEDIGREE upgrades adult dog food with Vitamin GoodBites to boost nutrition
The launch comes as Mars Incorporated marks 115 years.
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Mars appoints Christina Ruggiero to lead North America pet nutrition business
Ruggiero brings deep expertise in consumer behaviour, nutrition and scaling brands in North America and across dynamic global markets.
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Mars recalls diverted Pedigree dog food after contamination risk discovered
This has happened after a fraudulently diverted product containing metal and plastic pieces reached store shelves.
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Royal Canin Shanghai becomes first pet food plant named WEF Global Lighthouse
The distinction makes Royal Canin’s Shanghai plant the first Mars facility and first pet food plant worldwide to receive the recognition.
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Mars reaches 100% renewable electricity milestone in U.S.
In 2025, Mars expanded its climate-smart agriculture portfolio to 77 projects across 26 countries and 12 crops.
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Mars appoints Managing Director to lead India’s pet nutrition business
Manish brings over two decades of leadership experience, having held senior sales leadership roles.
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Mars Petcare, Big Idea Ventures launch 2026 accelerator for sustainable pet food ingredients
The initiative is being run in collaboration with AAK, Bühler, Givaudan and Ingredion.
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Mars invests US$73M in AI-enabled pet food expansion at Wodonga factory
The company aims to accelerate automation, AI-driven production, and low-carbon manufacturing to counter rising supply chain and energy costs.
