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Delivering holistic health benefits to our beloved pets, sustainably: dsm-firmenich spotlights the future of pet nutrition at Fi Europe

At Fi Europe 2024, dsm-firmenich will be among the first cohort of pet nutrition companies contributing to the event’s first ever Petfood Suppliers Hub. At the show, the company will showcase Veramaris® Pets, the world’s most potent source of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) for our furry companions.

EPA and DHA are two essential omega-3 fatty acids bringing a wide range of benefits to our pets, including brain, eye, heart, immune and joint health. While these nutrients are traditionally derived from fish oil and meal, the dsm-firmenich team has developed an innovative approach that enables production of these omega-3s from marine microalgae, grown in closed fermentation tanks on land. The result is a potent, natural and reliable product, delivering 60% EPA and DHA content without impacting marine ecosystems.

For each tonne of Veramaris® Pets produced, we save approximately 66 tonnes of wild-caught fish – equivalent to around 1.2 million anchovies. By cultivating EPA and DHA this way, Veramaris® Pets appeals to the 70% of global pet owners who say they are “worried about climate change” and “trying to have a positive impact on the environment” through their everyday actions.

Veramaris® Pets is not only sustainable but also offers high bioavailability, meaning pets can easily absorb and benefit from the omega-3s. Suitable for cats and dogs at all life stages, the product is also free from ocean-born contaminants such as heavy metals, and the all-important final purification step removes any unpleasant sensory notes, meaning it can be easily incorporated into pet food formulations without impacting taste.

dsm-firmenich’s commitment to sustainable innovation in pet nutrition has earned Veramaris® Pets a nomination for the Fi Europe Innovation Awards in the pet food category. This nomination reflects the company’s vision for the future of pet nutrition: solutions that meet the specific health needs of pets through a science-driven, environmentally conscious approach.

By developing omega-3 alternatives like Veramaris® Pets, dsm-firmenich is leading the way in creating pet food ingredients that respect the planet’s resources while supporting the health of animal companions. To learn more about how to meet the growing demand for sustainable, scientifically backed pet nutrition, visit the team at booth 3.1F62 or at the Petfood Suppliers Hub in Hall 4.2. Or if you can’t make it, visit our website to find out how we’re ensuring the world’s access to omega-3s, sustainably.

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