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SUMMARY:Petfood Forum 2026
DESCRIPTION:About Petfood Forum\n\n\n\n\nFour reasons why the pet food manufacturing industry depends on Petfood Forum \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSmart Investment\nPetfood Forum 2026 is scheduled for April 27-29 at the Kansas City Convention Center in Kansas City\, Missouri\, USA.\nIf you are a member of the pet food manufacturing industry\, Petfood Forum is the most important conference of the year to invest your time and resources to attend\, and here are a few of the many reasons why: \nValue\n\nPetfood Forum helps the pet food industry adapt and thrive in an ever-changing market. Consumer demands are shifting\, and innovation is vital for success. We bridge that gap by providing pet food professionals across the globe with education\, research and business opportunities. \n\nStay Ahead of the Curve: Gain access to the latest research and insights on pet nutrition\, market trends\, processing technologies\, food safety and emerging challenges.\nOptimize Your Operations: Learn from industry experts how to improve your efficiency\, meet safety standards\, and increase overall production capabilities.\nUnlock New Revenue Streams: Discover innovative technologies\, ingredients and marketing strategies to differentiate your brand and capture new market opportunities.\n\nPetfood Forum expands beyond a traditional conference and exhibition. Each year important associations co-locate their events with Petfood Forum to bring more opportunities for education and networking. In 2025\, the Pet Food Alliance annual meeting\, Pet Food Ingredient Buyer’s Mission and AAFCO pet food seminar will be returning to Kansas City. \nCommunity\n\nPetfood Forum fosters a community where you can connect with like-minded professionals. \n\nCollaborate with Peers: Network with leading manufacturers\, suppliers\, researchers and academics from around the world.\nShare Best Practices: Learn from the experiences of others and contribute your own expertise to advance the industry as a whole.\nBuild Lasting Relationships: Make connections that can turn into strategic partnerships and lifelong friendships.\n\nOur supporting events\, Petfood Forum Europe and Petfood Forum Asia\, allow brands to understand specific regional markets\, expand business and network with global peers. \nWomen in Petfood Leadership empowers women working in pet food by offering events\, mentorship and networking opportunities designed to inspire and encourage women to grow professionally throughout the pet food industry. \nAsk the Petfood Pro connects professionals with industry experts to answer your direct questions\, discuss the key elements within a given situation or topic\, and provide insights into addressing it. \nNetworking\n\nPetfood Forum isn’t just about learning – it’s about building bridges. We provide a dedicated platform for creating meaningful connections that can propel your business forward. \n\nTargeted Networking Events: Participate in exclusive socials designed to connect you with individuals who share your interests and goals.\nConnect with suppliers: The industry’s top supplier companies are all in one place at Petfood Forum\, helping you create quality pet food and treats. With 400 companies on the expo floor\, you’ll find the resources needed to keep your business proficient and profitable.\nExpand Your Reach: Make valuable connections that can lead to collaboration and potential business deals. Petfood Forum 2025 hosted 3\,600 pet food professionals from 50 countries.\n\nEducation\n\nAt Petfood Forum\, education is at the heart of everything we do. Our immersive learning experience empowers you with the knowledge and expertise you need to succeed. \n\nWorld-Class Speakers: Gain insights from renowned industry experts\, thought leaders and academic researchers.\nEducation for all skill sets: Deepen your understanding of critical topics through concurrent session tracks\, Tech Talk presentations\, student research and insightful panel discussions.\nStay Informed: Access the latest scientific advancements\, regulatory updates and industry best practices to make informed decisions.
URL:https://kcconvention.com/event/petfood-forum-2026/
LOCATION:Bartle Hall
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