A Smarter Pet Food Industry Event for Manufacturers: 6 Reasons to Prioritize Petfood Forum 2026

With tighter travel budgets and more scrutiny on professional development spending, selecting the right pet food industry event matters more than ever. For manufacturers, it’s not just about networking, it’s about measurable value: technical education your teams can apply, supplier access that improves decision-making and a location that supports cost-effective travel.

That’s why Petfood Forum 2026, happening April 27–29, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri, is designed as a strategic investment for pet food manufacturers focused on efficiency, innovation and results.

Early registration is open with $200 savings per ticket, plus additional group discounts for teams of 3 or more.

5 reasons Petfood Forum deserves priority on your 2026 calendar

Petfood Forum is built specifically for pet food manufacturers, bringing together technical education, supplier services and practical takeaways in one focused event.

1. A manufacturing-first event

Petfood Forum is the only show where the expo floor and technical education are entirely dedicated to producing pet food and treats. That focus makes every session and every supplier conversation more relevant to your business.

2. Suppliers that support production

The expo floor is designed for manufacturing decision-makers and technical teams. You’ll find suppliers that support:

• ingredients and formulations
• equipment and processing solutions
• packaging
• testing services
• manufacturing support technologies

This enables your team to evaluate solutions in one place — saving time, reducing vendor research cycles and improving confidence in purchasing decisions.

3. Clear differentiation from other industry events

Many industry events offer broad content. Petfood Forum stands out by delivering technical, scientific and operational education specifically geared toward:

• R&D
• QA and food safety
• processing and production
• leadership and operations

The result is learning that can be applied immediately without filtering through unrelated tracks or general-purpose programming.

Plus, Petfood Forum also qualifies for ARPAS CEUs.

4. A cost-effective destination for travel budgets

Kansas City sits in the heart of the Animal Health Corridor, one of the world’s largest concentrations of animal health and nutrition expertise. That environment fuels stronger participation and a high-quality professional audience, which is ideal for manufacturers seeking real solutions and expert insight.

Kansas City helps stretch travel dollars further with:

• competitive hotel rates
• affordable dining
• easy air access

For teams watching costs, it’s a smart choice that supports attendance without overspending.

5. High-impact learning and industry insights

Petfood Forum 2026 features new keynote speakers Kevin Ryan and Ryan Estis, alongside:

• technical sessions
• 24 Tech Talks
• 400+ supplier engagement opportunities

It’s the kind of learning environment that supports smarter decision-making across your organization, from strategy to plant-level execution.

The bottom line: Focused education + supplier access = real ROI

Petfood Forum offers a clear return: focused education, meaningful supplier access and a practical way to invest in your team without overspending.
If you’re planning your 2026 calendar, this is an event built for manufacturers who want to maximize value, reduce wasted time and drive results.

Register early and save $200 (plus group discounts)

Early registration savings and group discounts make now the ideal time to commit. Hurry! Sign up before March 1 to save.

➡️ Register for Petfood Forum 2026: https://www.petfoodforumevents.com/register/
👥 Group discounts available for teams of 3+
📩 Questions about group pricing? Email: PFFevents@wattglobal.com