JBT Marel: Transforming The Future of Pet Food Production

Hosted by JBT Marel, and powered by the expertise of Wenger, Extru-Tech®, and Source Technology, this exclusive two-day event showcases how integrated solutions bring emerging formats to life, without sacrificing efficiency, safety, or scale. 
 

Pet Food Demo+ Days 2025: Emerging Trends in Action 

On September 24–25, 2025, JBT Marel will host Pet Food Demo+ Days at its Customer Center in Des Moines, Iowa, with additional live-streamed sessions from Sabetha, Kansas. This exclusive two-day event, Emerging Trends & Next-Level Pet Food Processing Solutions, is designed to showcase how alternative and minimal processing methods are revolutionizing pet food production. 
 

Participants will discover how integrated solutions bring emerging formats such as fresh-style meals, shreds, toppers, and air-dried treats to life, while maintaining efficiency, safety, and scalability. 

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Live Demos and technology in action 

The event will feature live demonstrations of cutting-edge systems for meat preparation, mixing, emulsification, hot cooking, forming, extrusion, and drying. Attendees will also witness how connected solutions help producers: 
 

• Gain greater control and consistency 
• Reduce waste and improve yields 
• Meet sustainability and efficiency goals 
   

These demos will highlight the combined expertise of JBT Marel, Wenger, Extru-Tech®, Source Technology, and 1Solution Group, underscoring how collaborative innovation drives the industry forward. 

Real success stories and practical insights 

Beyond technology, Pet Food Demo+ Days will present real-world case studies, such as Especially Pet Food, which showcase how processors are already scaling up, reducing waste, and improving efficiency with JBT Marel's integrated solutions. Attendees will also have direct access to specialists who understand the daily challenges of pet food manufacturing, from labor and cost pressures to sustainability targets, and will walk away with actionable strategies. 

A glimpse into the agenda 

Day 1 (September 24): Innovation and trends in pet food, meat preparation presentations and demos, HPP technology, forming sessions, and a product review. 
 

Day 2 (September 25): Overview of extrusion-based and alternatively processed pet food products, Power Heater demos, and discussions on potential applications to close the event. 

Why it matters 

The shift toward alternative processing reflects a broader transformation of the pet food industry. Consumers increasingly demand nutrient-rich, minimally processed, purpose-driven foods for their pets. JBT Marel's vision is to enable producers to meet these expectations with confidence, through equipment, technology, and expertise that work seamlessly together. 
 

As JBT Marel continues to power the future of pet food, Pet Food Demo+ Days 2025 stands as a testament to its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and collaboration with industry partners worldwide. 
 

For more information and book your place, visit https://cloud.go.marel.com/transform-the-future-of-pet-food-production-2025  


Source: All Pet Food