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“ We have also partnered with Greenfield Robotics , a startup that ’ s eliminating chemical use in the farming sector with robots . They are currently expanding their operations to commercialize their technology , which effectively addresses the use of herbicides without tillage , precision fertilizer dosing , and automated soil testing . Earlier in 2023 , we implemented the inclusion of their crops , and we ’ re looking forward to seeing the partnership grow into 2024 .
“ Following our recent merger with Natural Balance ( NB ),” he continues , “ we ’ re looking forward to the continued expansion of our Brownwood location in Texas , along with additional capital investments that will drive product improvements across both brands . The integration of NB ’ s range into the facility will mean more ingredients , which will require new storage and batching capabilities , as well as an additional packaging line that will be installed this coming summer . Overall the plant will be able to deliver large and small-sized retail packages with greater efficiency and flexibility .”
Canidae has an extensive supplier approval process , for which it requires ongoing audits to ensure consistently high levels of quality in its ethically sourced ingredients . As part of this , its vendors must hold accreditations from the Global Food Safety Initiative , so that they can serve as third party auditors over food safety and workplace ethics . Moreover , the organization has a fully operational lab that is dedicated to testing the nutrient levels of each of its inbound shipments , as a further inhouse quality assurance step .
“ Over the past few years ,” Jacopo concludes , “ the premium pet food category has seen a tremendous amount of innovation among its product offerings . Customers can now choose from grain-free and natural options , along with products that feature regenerative or organic ingredients , or that suit specific diets , health concerns , or stages of their pets ’ lives . Available technological advancements now allow for further tangents , such as raw or freeze-dried ingredients .
“ This growth has complemented the evolution of pet owners , who are becoming more concerned with the transparency and sustainability of pet food manufacturers , and
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