C&D Foods, part of ABP Food Group, recently participated in Interzoo 2026, the world’s leading international trade fair for pet supplies. The event brought together industry leaders, partners and innovators from across the global pet food sector, providing a valuable platform to share expertise and explore the future of pet nutrition.
Operating at the heart of ABP Food Group’s integrated agri-food model, C&D Foods is focused on delivering high-quality, innovative pet food solutions while maximising the value of resources and supporting a sustainable supply chain. Interzoo offered an opportunity to demonstrate these capabilities while strengthening relationships with customers and partners.
The C&D Foods stand welcomed a wide range of visitors across the three-day event, creating space for meaningful conversations around product development, category growth and emerging consumer expectations. It also provided an opportunity to highlight the strength of the Group’s vertically integrated approach, from sourcing to production and innovation.
Alongside showcasing our offering, the team reviewed developments across the market. A consistent theme throughout Interzoo 2026 was the continued evolution of pet food in line with human food trends, supported by strong demand for quality, transparency and functionality.
Key developments observed at the event included the growing importance of functional nutrition, with benefits such as gut health, calming and immunity increasingly expected in everyday products. There was also clear momentum behind premium wet formats, including broths, toppers and gently cooked recipes, many of which align well with existing manufacturing capabilities.
Format innovation continues to play a central role in category growth. Dual-texture products, smaller pack sizes and more convenient formats reflect changing consumer behaviours and the increasing importance of both quality and experience at the point of feeding.
Protein transparency also remains a key focus, with mono-protein and high-protein formulations gaining traction across European markets as retailers respond to evolving dietary needs and preferences.
These insights reinforce the importance of continuous innovation and responsible development. At C&D Foods, we are committed to working closely with our partners to translate market trends into practical, scalable solutions that deliver value across the supply chain.
Interzoo 2026 provided a timely reminder of the pace of change within the pet food sector, as well as the opportunities that exist for businesses able to combine innovation, technical expertise and collaboration. As part of ABP Food Group, C&D Foods remains focused on supporting customers with high-quality solutions that meet the needs of both today’s market and the future.