October 9-11, 2018

Petfood R&D Showcase: "Treats, Toppers and Inclusion"

This was the second annual event, and covered market trends and research regarding pet treat formulations influenced by human food trends. The event also included interactive sessions showing how to make treats using both novel and traditional ingredients.

Presentations

• Dr. Randy Phebus, Interim Director and Professor of Food Safety and Defense, Kansas State University Food Science Institute
  • "Validation of key control technologies in the modern production environment"
• Dr. Kadri Koppel, Assistant Professor, Food Nutrition Dietetics & Health, Kansas State University
  • "Palatability and preference of treats, toppers and inclusions"
• Dr. Yonghui Li, Assistant Professor, Grain Science & Industry, Kansas State University
  • "Natural antioxidants from cereal grains and their byproducts"
• Lynn Dornblaser, Director of Innovation & Insight, Mintel
  • "What human food trends mean for pet treats and toppers"