July 17, 2024
Have a tail-wagging time at KibbleCon 2024, K-State's premier pet food event
Submitted by Julia Guazzelli Pezzali
KibbleCon 2024 is just four months away and registration is now open. KibbleCon is a premier pet food event hosted by the pet food program at Kansas State University, scheduled for Oct. 23-24 in Manhattan.
"K-State has been hosting this hallmark event for the past few years, and 2024 will provide a terrific and compelling agenda for the industry and university supporters," said Julia Guazzelli Pezzali, K-State assistant professor and pet food program director.
The conference agenda is shaping up to include talks from industry experts, new research presentations by faculty and graduate students, inspiring keynote speakers, brainstorming, insightful panel discussion sessions and many networking opportunities with industry partners and friends.
"KibbleCon is a forum where those dedicated to the pet food industry come together to share thoughts, discuss challenges and develop relationships to solve common issues facing the industry," said Kathy Gross, K-State adjunct professor and retired worldwide director at Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc.
"The K-State pet food program features a diverse and cross-disciplinary team of experts committed to working with the pet food industry to drive innovation and address complex interdisciplinary problems,"said Pezzali. "Hosting KibbleCon is another initiative where we unite academia and industry to support this mission and help drive the sustainable growth of this dynamic industry."
If you are involved with the pet food industry or interested in deepening your knowledge and understanding, you are encouraged to attend. Sponsorship opportunities are still available. View the event itinerary, plan your trip and register online at kibblecon.com/.