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Join us in Brussels on 22 & 23 June for FEDIAF's Congress and Annual General Meeting
25 March 2022FEDIAF 2022 Congress & AGM
FEDIAF has officially announced the general programme and opened registration for its Congress and Annual General Meeting that will take place in Brussels in June 2022.
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FEDIAF’s latest actions to foster environmental sustainability
15 March 2022PRESS RELEASE
Brussels, 15 March 2022 - In the past couple of months, FEDIAF has been actively promoting its commitment to environmental sustainability by signing the EU Code of Conduct as well as releasing a position paper on the revision of the renewable energy directive.
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FEDIAF signed a cross-industry position paper of flexible packaging value chain
01 December 2021PRESS RELEASE
Brussels, 1 December 2021 - Last month, FEDIAF co-signed a cross-industry paper of flexible packaging value chain: "Progress in Packaging Circularity only possible with forward-looking and progressive Policies".
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FEDIAF introduces the latest Nutritional Guidelines for Pet Food for Cats and Dogs
15 October 2021PRESS RELEASE
Brussels, 15 October 2021 - The European Pet Food Federation, FEDIAF, is pleased to announce the latest version of the Nutritional Guidelines for Pet Food for Cats and Dogs.
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The #PetPower event: Can Pets Power Health in Europe?
29 September 2021PRESS RELEASE
Brussels, 29 September 2021 - In an online event organised with Parliament Magazine, the newly formed Pet Alliance Europe discussed human-animal bond research, how it can be applied in health care policies, and whether Europeans recognise the many benefits that assistance animals can provide.
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FEDIAF and AnimalhealthEurope announce the line-up for their online EU Pet Alliance #PetPower event
10 September 2021PRESS RELEASE
Brussels, 10 September 2021 - Today, AnimalhealthEurope and FEDIAF announce the line-up for their online EU Pet Alliance #PetPower event: Can Pets Power Health in Europe?
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New FEDIAF Data confirms European Pet Ownership strong with 88 million households benefitting from pet ownership
21 June 2021PRESS RELEASE
Brussels, 21 June 2021 - Today, the European Pet Food Federation (FEDIAF) releases its annual overview of the pet population and pet market in Europe. A staggering 88 million households (38%) benefit from pet ownership and the pet food industry has grown 2.8% and is now worth 21.8 billion.
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FEDIAF focuses on the future at its Annual Congress: A new three-year strategy is unveiled and expert speakers highlight FEDIAF’s commitment to the sustainable global trade of nutritious pet food
16 June 2021PRESS RELEASE
Brussels, 17 June 2021 - Today, the European Pet Food Industry, FEDIAF, held its second virtual AGM & Congress with over 150 attendees from 21 countries. Members and guests all share a passion for the future of the pet food industry. In addition to unveiling the FEDIAF 2021 Annual Report and a new 2022 – 2025 strategy, FEDIAF welcomed expert speakers on core areas of focus such as sustainability and global trade.
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European Pet Food Industry CEOs discuss implications of EU Green Deal
04 February 2021PRESS RELEASE
Brussels, 4 February 2020 - At its CEO Forum this week, FEDIAF, representing the European Pet Food Industry, brought together industry leaders to discuss the implications of the EU Green Deal and how to work collaboratively under the umbrella of FEDIAF. The virtual event was attended by 20 business leaders from 11 European countries.
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FEDIAF welcomes new Secretary General
27 October 2020PRESS RELEASE
Brussels, October 2020 - FEDIAF, The European Pet Food Federation is delighted to announce the appointment of Raquel Izquierdo de Santiago as the new Secretary General of the association. Raquel succeeds Thomas Meyer who has been directing the organisation for over 20 years, successfully navigating the industry through a complete revamping of all EU legislation affecting pet food following the BSE and dioxin crisis.
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EU Influencers gather to discuss #PetPower and raise profile of pets on EU agenda
01 October 2020JOINT PRESS RELEASE
Brussels, 1 October 2020 - The European animal health and pet food industry associations, AnimalhealthEurope and FEDIAF came together ahead of World Animal Day with a virtual event -#PetPower to highlight the important role that pets have played during COVID-19 lockdowns and to call for greater attention at EU level for pet-focused policies.
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FEDIAF introduces latest Nutritional Guidelines and new Scientific Advisory Board members at virtual ESVCN Veterinary Congress
18 September 2020PRESS RELEASE
Brussels, September 2020 - FEDIAF, the European Pet Food Federation, is delighted to unveil the new version of its highly regarded Nutritional Guidelines for Cats and Dogs and introduce two new members of its Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) at the 24th European Society of Veterinary and Comparative Nutrition (ESVCN) 2020 Virtual Congress. The Nutritional Guidelines are updated by the SAB, which comprises independent and renowned scientists from Europe.
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FEDIAF launches e-Learning Guide focused on pet food communication
28 July 2020PRESS RELEASE
Brussels, July 2020 - The European Pet Food Federation (FEDIAF) has launched an e-learning guide to improve understanding and implementation of pet food legislation and voluntary rules concerning on-pack and off-pack communication. The free training module is designed to accompany FEDIAF’s Code of Good Labelling Practice for Pet Food; both resources are available at http://www.fediaf.org/self-regulation/labelling.html.
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New FEDIAF data confirms the strength of pet ownership in Europe with 85 million households benefitting from pet-ownership
26 June 2020PRESS RELEASE
Brussels, June 2020 - Today, the European Pet Food Federation (FEDIAF) releases its annual overview of the pet population and pet market in Europe. With the number of pet-owning households reaching 85 million and the turnover of pet food products at €21 billion, Europeans remain committed to their pets.
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The European Pet Food Industry - FEDIAF – united at first virtual AGM and welcomes new President, Annet Palamba
19 June 2020PRESS RELEASE
The European Pet Food Federation (FEDIAF) held its first virtual AGM with 135 attendees from industry, authorities, academia and partners from the Global Alliance of Pet Food Associations. With its theme: ‘Supporting Pets in Society, Today and Tomorrow’, the event included presentations by regulatory, packaging and behaviour experts.
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Companion animals and the new coronavirus
16 March 2020PRESS RELEASE
Brussels, March 2020 – As a pet owner, you may have questions about COVID-19, or the new coronavirus.
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New dietetic pet food Regulation: a key milestone for the nutrition of pets with metabolic issues
PARNUTs dossiers 06 March 2020PRESS RELEASE
FEDIAF, the European Pet Food Industry Federation, welcomes the publication of the new dietetic pet food regulation (PARNUTs) in the Official Journal of the EU. This concludes a review process that has mobilized the pet food industry scientific experts for more than seven years in constructive cooperation with EU and national authorities.
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FEDIAF launches NEW myth-busting Carbohydrates Factsheet
24 January 2020PRESS RELEASE
In response to controversy around the role of carbohydrates, FEDIAF has worked with nutrition experts on its Scientific Advisory Board to develop a new factsheet about carbohydrates in dog and cat food. FEDIAF’s range of highly regarded factsheets now totals 20 and is available to download at fediaf.org.
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FEDIAF and ASSALCO present industry self-regulations and new carbohydrate expert review at veterinary congress in Turin
24 September 2019PRESS RELEASE
FEDIAF, the European Pet Food Industry Federation, and its Italian member association, ASSALCO, took part at the 23rd European Society of Veterinary and Comparative Nutrition (ESVCN) Congress in Turin.
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European pet food industry CEOs discuss future trends
24 June 2019PRESS RELEASE
At its June 2019 Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Prague, the European Pet Food Federation (FEDIAF) held an inaugural meeting of its CEO Forum bringing together industry leaders to discuss and agree priorities with the aim of future proofing the industry. The session was moderated by Andreas Steinle of the German Future Institute.
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The European Pet Food Federation’s latest statistics: High level of pet ownership and healthy growth rate of 2.5% in value
17 June 2019PRESS RELEASE
Brussels, June 2019 – At its Annual General Meeting in Prague, FEDIAF released its yearly data on the European pet market. The 2018 “FEDIAF Facts & Figures” confirm that pets continue to play an important role in society.
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Free expert advice on pet nutrition
28 January 2019PRESS RELEASE
Do you know the difference between complete and complementary pet food? What animal-based ingredients are permitted in pet food? Is it safe to feed my cat or dog a vegetarian diet? These questions and many more are covered in different factsheets that FEDIAF makes available for free on the FEDIAF website.
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EU and Member States endorse the revised FEDIAF Code of Good Labelling Practice for Pet Food
FEDIAF Labelling Code 09 November 2018PRESS RELEASE
With the assessment of the FEDIAF Code of Good Labelling Practice for Pet Food by the EU Standing Committee for Animal Nutrition, the FEDIAF Code receives official recognition as a practical tool for industry and authorities for guidance on how to label pet food products – for the benefit of pet owners, for a level playing field within industry and for control authorities.
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Nordic Pet Food Seminar - FEDIAF presents work to European Pet Food Industry in Prague
FEDIAF Labelling Code, Update of Nutritional Guidelines, FEDIAF Safety Guide 12 October 2018PRESS RELEASE
At the Nordic Pet Food Seminar in Prague, the Deputy Secretary General of the European Pet Food Federation (FEDIAF) spoke about the three pillars of self- and co-regulation underpinning the industry and their role in harmonizing the enforcement of EU regulations to ensure safe and nutritious pet food.
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FEDIAF presents new Nutritional Guidelines at Vet Congress
Update of Nutritional Guidelines 26 September 2018PRESS RELEASE
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.
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Panellist Discussion on International Trade
31 July 2018At the FEDIAF AGM in Rotterdam in June 2018, an expert panel discussion was held to discuss the importance of free trade, how to overcome zoonoses as trade barriers, how to achieve that the EU is seen as one trading block and how the pet food industry remains united despite the Brexit.
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More than 140 million cats and dogs in the EU
29 June 2018The latest annual figures from the European Pet Food Federation (FEDIAF) show that pet ownership across Europe remains at a high level, with an estimated 80 million European households owning at least one pet.
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Mechthild Exner-Herforth new FEDIAF President
13 June 2018At the Annual General Meeting of FEDIAF, the European Pet Food Industry Federation, Mechthild Exner-Herforth was elected new President for 2018-2020. Mechthild follows Marinus Pannevis, who served as President since June 2016.
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Environmental Impact of Pet Food
Responsible Pet Ownership 14 May 2018An official EU methodology to calculate the environmental footprint of products endorsed for cat and dog food
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Safe and healthy pet food
15 April 2018Read moreFEDIAF’s updated safety guide endorsed by EU
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How to feed a senior dog
Responsible Pet Ownership 10 April 2018Read moreIn its commitment to safe and healthy pet food, FEDIAF, the European pet food industry federation, has published a new expert paper with key information about the nutritional needs of older dogs.
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Europeans continue to seek company of cats and dogs
30 June 2017The European Pet Food Industry Federation has presented new facts and figures for Europe: The popularity of cats, dogs, ornamental birds and small mammals remains very high.
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European pet food industry approves new safety and nutrition standards
30 June 2017An improved FEDIAF safety guide and updated FEDIAF dog and cat nutritional guidelines were presented and agreed at the European Pet Food Industry Federation’s annual meeting in Manchester.
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Donation to Belgian Assistance Dogs Association
20 December 2016Fediaf, the European Pet Food Industry Federation, discontinued sending Christmas cards several years ago. Instead, a donation is made annually to Dyadis, the Belgian charity that trains and hands over assistance dogs to people with disabilities.
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Newly designed Fediaf Nutritional Guidelines Cats and Dogs
20 July 2016Promoting good nutrition and weight management
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The European Pet Food Industry selected for the EU Product Environmental Footprint (PEF) Pilot
31 July 2014Commitment for corporate social responsibility
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Informal Global Alliance of Pet Food Associations meets in Vancouver for exchange of views
GAPFA Communications 16 January 2013Vancouver (Canada), Fall 2012,
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Pet food associations representing the industry from 32 countries met in Vancouver end 2012 for an exchange of views on issues of mutual interest related to fulfilling the industry's role of producing nutritious food products to support long, healthy lives for pet animals. The organizations met as the Global Alliance of Pet Food Associations (GAPFA), an informal umbrella that was established following the first international meeting of pet food associations in September, 2010. Nutrition, product safety and international trade were identified as subjects of common interest. -
Pet owners live healthier lifes
16 October 2012New study in the Netherlands
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Updated Nutritional Guidelines Cats and Dogs
13 July 20122012 version available for free download
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FEDIAF: Safe levels of vitamin A for puppies
09 May 2012Collaborative research team identifies safe upper level for vitamin A consumption for puppies
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Ten Years EFSA
20 April 2012FEDIAF acknowledges the Importance of ten Years Work of the European Food Safety Authority for Pet Food Safety
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European Pet Night
01 March 2012Fediaf underlines its committment to responsible pet ownership
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Top level delegation from European Petfood Federation takes part in sixth "European Pet Night" in Brussels -
Summer resort instead of fish tank
11 May 2010Moving fishes from the aquarium to the garden pond
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Dog etiquette
11 May 2010No need for a rapturous welcome
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Kitchen-Catiquette
11 May 2010For cats, kitchenette and table are tempting
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