In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Kurt Rosentrater from Iowa State University takes a closer look at how pet food processing techniques have evolved and the sustainability challenges the industry faces today. He covers everything from the trade-offs between dry and wet food formats to groundbreaking innovations in packaging and lifecycle analysis. Join us as we explore ways to improve sustainability while balancing consumer demands for quality and efficiency. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Sustainable practices require balancing environmental impact, cost-effectiveness, and operational efficiency to meet industry and consumer needs."

Meet the guest: Dr. Kurt Rosentrater, a professor at Iowa State University, specializes in bioprocessing and sustainability, focusing on improving the processing and lifecycle of pet food products. With decades of experience, his work spans techno-economic analysis and environmental impacts. Dr. Rosentrater’s insights bridge cutting-edge research with practical applications.

What will you learn:

(00:00) Highlight
(01:16) Introduction
(03:23) Dry vs. wet food
(06:50) Lifecycle analysis
(09:24) Sustainable packaging
(14:05) Processing trends
(23:16) Sustainability social aspects
(26:44) Final Questions

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Dr. Kurt Rosentrater: Sustainability & Pet Food | Ep. 100