Tuesday, October 6, 2020

Pet Food Extrusion Market to Record Steady Growth by 2022

 The report "Pet Food Extrusion Market by Extruded Pet Food Products (Type (Complete Diets and Treats), Animal Type (Dogs, Cats, Fish, and Birds), and Ingredient), by Pet Food Extruder Equipment (Type (Single and Twin Screw)), and Region - Global Forecast to 2022", The global pet food extrusion market is estimated to be valued at USD 55.21 Billion in 2017, and expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.6% to reach USD 72.64 Billion by 2022. The market for pet food extrusion is showing significant growth with a rise in the popularity of pet adoption, pet humanization, and rapid urbanization in developing economies such as China, India, Argentina, and Mexico. The growing pet population across the globe is one of the leading factors that contribute to the demand for extruded pet food products, worldwide. The need to fulfil the growing demand for pet food is simultaneously fueling the growth of the pet food equipment manufacturing industry.

Objectives of the study are as follows:
  • To define, segment, and project the global extruded pet food products market size based on type, ingredient, animal type, and region
  • To define, segment, and project the global pet food extrusion equipment market size based on type, process, and region
  • To provide detailed information about the key factors influencing the growth of the market (drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges)
  • To analyze the opportunities in the market for stakeholders and provide the competitive landscape of the market leaders
  • To project the size of the market and its submarkets, in terms of value and volume, with respect to the regions (along with the key countries)
  • To strategically profile key players and comprehensively analyze their market position and core competencies
  • To analyze the competitive developments such as expansions, acquisitions, collaborations, rebranding, and new product developments in the pet food extrusion market

The increasing demand for extruded pet food has fueled the demand for pet food extrusion equipment as these equipment enhance the quality of pet food along with the shaping and sizing benefits, which helps meet the demand for premium and super premium food products for pets with a long shelf life and high bacterial safety. Thus, manufacturers are expanding their capabilities to meet the increasing demand for pet food. The type of extrusion equipment required depends on the extrusion process, type of pet food, ingredient type, amount, and cooking time in relation to the desired maximum capacity.

Based on type, the global market has been segmented into complete diets and treats and other complementary products. The complete diets segment dominated the global extruded pet food products market, and this trend is expected to continue through the forecast period. Complete diets include dry expanded and semi-moist extruded pet food products, which are highly consumed owing to the increase in the demand for premium and super premium pet food products.

Based on animal type, the pet food extrusion market has been segmented into dogs, cats, fish, birds, and others (rabbits and reptiles). The dog and cat segments dominated the global extruded pet food products market, with a majority of share. The dog segment is also projected to grow at the highest CAGR in terms of both, value and volume, during the forecast period. The growing pet adoption rate coupled with increasing disposable income of pet owners is expected to drive the demand for extruded pet food products.

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The South American market is projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period followed by Asia Pacific region in both the markets. Countries such as Argentina, India, and China are expected to be the major emerging markets for extruded pet food products as well as pet food extrusion equipment. The growth in the number of distribution channels such as e-commerce and rising demand for premium and super premium products coupled with the trend of pet humanization are expected to drive the market growth in these regions.

The market for pet food extrusion equipment is dominated by key players such as Andritz (Austria), Buhler (Switzerland), Clextral (France), Pavan (Italy), Diamond America (US), Lindquist Machine (US), The Bonnot (US), Kahl Group (Germany), Baker Perkins (UK), Coperion (Germany), Doering Systems (US), Brabender (Germany), and American Extrusion International (US) while the market for extruded pet food products is dominated by Mars (US), Nestle (Denmark), and The J.M. Smucker Company (US).

Target Audience:
  • Extrusion machinery, technology, and equipment manufacturers and suppliers
  • Extruded pet food product manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors
  • Extrusion machinery spare part suppliers and distributors
  • Regulatory and research organizations
  • Food and agriculture organizations such as the FAO and USDA
  • Associations and industry bodies such as the Pet Food Manufacturers Association (PFMA), and The Europe Pet Food Industry (FEDIAF), The Brazilian Association of Pet Products Industry (ABINPET), The Pet Food Industry Association of Australia (PFIAA), The Pet Food Manufacturers Association (PFMA), Russia, and The Europe Pet Food Industry (FEDIAF)
  • Government agencies and NGOs
  • Food safety agencies

Factors Driving the Silage Additives Market


The report Silage Additives Market by Type (Inoculants, Organic Acids, Sugars, Absorbents, NPN Nutrients), Silage Crop (Corn, Alfalfa, Sorghum, Oats, Barley, Rye) Function (Stimulation, Inhibition), Form, and Region – Global Forecast to 2022″, The silage additives market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.40% from an estimated value of USD 1.62 Billion in 2017 to reach USD 2.00 Billion by 2022. The market is driven by factors such as the rise in demand for sustainable farming practices, growth in research on cost-effective silage preparation processes, and the impact of silage additives on silage quality and production costs.

On the basis of type, the inoculants segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR in the market from 2017 to 2022, due to the growth in demand for homofermentative inoculants among silage farmers and the advent of combination products in the market by key manufacturers.

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On the basis of silage crop, the corn segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period, as crop growers prefer the efficiency of corn silage over other crops in gaining better results, abundant production of corn silage in North American and European countries, enhanced productivity, and increase in application of corn silage in biofuel industry.

On the basis of form, the liquid segment accounted for the largest market share in 2016, due to the increased preference for liquid additives owing to their ease in handling, storage, and transport. Liquid concentrates are highly preferred for application, owing to the increased use of chemical additives in developing countries.

Rise in export quality requirements for agricultural products and increasing adoption of sustainable agriculture practices in countries such as China, Australia, New Zealand, India, Brazil, and Argentina are expected to drive the demand for silage additives among the silage growers in the Asia Pacific and South American regions during the forecast period. This would increase the inflow of various international manufacturers to set up their business units and distribution networks, thereby leading to a strong market competition.

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This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolio of leading companies. These companies include Lallemand (US), DuPont, Pioneer (US), Chr. Hansen (Denmark), Schaumann Bioenergy (Germany), and BASF (Germany), which are some of the well-established and financially stable players that have been operating in the industry for several years. Other players include Volac (UK), Trouw Nutrition (Netherlands), ADDCON (Germany), Micron Bio-Systems (US), Biomin (Germany), American Farm Products (US), and Josera (Germany).

Target Audience:
  • Silage manufacturers
  • Silage additive manufacturers
  • Silage additive importers and exporters
  • Silage traders/distributors/suppliers
  • Cattle farms and associations
  • Inoculants and chemical traders/distributors/suppliers
  • Government regulatory authorities and research organizations
  • Organic certification agencies
  • Crop producers and exporters
  • Raw material suppliers and technology providers to manufacturers

Latest Regulatory Trends Impacting the Bacteriological Testing Market

 The report Bacteriological Testing Market by Bacteria (Coliform, Salmonella, Campylobacter, Legionella, Listeria), Technology (Traditional, Rapid), End-use Industry (Food & Beverage, Water, Pharmaceutical, Cosmetics), Component, and Region – Global Forecast 2022″, The bacteriological testing market, by services, is estimated to be valued at USD 9.58 Billion in 2017, and is projected to reach USD 13.98 Billion by 2022, at a CAGR of 7.8%. The market is driven by a globally observed increase in outbreaks of foodborne illnesses, implementation of stringent food safety regulations in developed economies, and rise in incidences of microbial contamination in water reservoirs, due to increased urban & industrial waste. Lack of food control systems, technologies, infrastructure, and resources in developing countries and reluctance of municipal bodies to adopt new technologies are the main factors restraining the growth of this market.

The objectives of the report:
  • To define, segment, and project the global market size for bacteriological testing
  • To define, segment, and forecast the size of the bacteriological testing market with respect to bacteria, end-use industry, technology, component, and region
  • To analyze the market structure by identifying various subsegments of the global bacteriological testing market
  • To provide detailed information about the crucial factors that are influencing the growth of the market (drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges)
  • To analyze the opportunities in the market for stakeholders and provide details of a competitive landscape for market leaders
  • To forecast the size of the global bacteriological testing market and its various submarkets with respect to four main regions, namely, North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World (RoW), along with their respective key countries
  • To strategically profile the key players and comprehensively analyze their core competencies
  • To analyze the competitive developments such as mergers & acquisitions, expansions & investments, and new service & product launches in the bacteriological testing market

The bacteriological testing services market, based on bacteria, has been segmented into Coliforms, Salmonella, Campylobacter, Legionella, Listeria, and others. The market for testing for Salmonella dominated in 2016, and is also projected to be fastest-growing segment during the forecast period. The severity of infection by this pathogen is generating demand for Salmonella testing in food and water samples, which in turn is driving the market for bacteriological testing.

The bacteriological testing services market, by technology, has been segmented into traditional and rapid. The rapid technology segment dominated the market in 2016, and is projected to grow at a higher CAGR by 2022. This is due to low turnaround time, higher accuracy, sensitivity, and ability to test a wide range of bacteria in comparison to traditional technological methods.

The bacteriological testing market, by end-use industry, has been segmented into food & beverage, water, pharmaceutical, and cosmetics. Testing for bacterial contamination in food & beverages is conducted for monitoring and assessment of food quality, and validation of food safety, in order to eliminate the risk of bacterial contamination. Bacteriological testing is performed across the food & beverage industry due to the rising incidence of food spoilage, foodborne illnesses, or food-related intoxication for the detection of various bacterial contaminations. The pharmaceutical segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR in the overall bacteriological testing market during the study period. This is attributed to key factors such as the presence of well-established & globally accepted regulations that govern the evaluation of bacterial contamination during pharmaceutical manufacturing and raw material sourcing (coupled with the increasing volume of pharmaceutical drugs sold every year), increase in safety concerns related to pharmaceutical manufacturing in emerging countries, rise in market demand for safer drugs for disease treatment, and expansion of the drug development pipeline of key pharmaceutical manufacturers.

The bacteriological testing equipment market, by component, has been segmented into instruments, test kits, and consumables & reagents. This market was dominated by the instruments segment in 2016. The dominance of instruments is attributable to the introduction of sophisticated & improved technologies, increased effectiveness of instruments, and high price of such instruments compared to other components. The market for consumables & reagents is projected to be the fastest-growing during the forecast period. Consumables & reagents are vital components to be used to follow the set compliances of equipment. Therefore, increasing technical and regulatory complexity and their wide use in different instruments is driving this market.


The market in the Asia Pacific region is driven by the growing consumer awareness and increasing health consciousness, coupled with growing investments by testing companies in the region. Also, countries such as China, Australia, and those in Southeast Asia are becoming more aware of food safety and are implementing regulations for their testing, consequently driving the market in the region.

This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies, along with the services & product portfolios of leading companies. It includes the profiles of leading service companies such as SGS (Switzerland), Bureau Veritas (France), Intertek (UK), Eurofins (Luxembourg), TÜV SÜD (Germany), and ALS Limited (Australia). It also includes profiles of leading equipment providing companies such as 3M (US), Thermo Fisher (US), Merck (Germany), Agilent Technologies (US), Bio-Rad (US), and Romer Labs (Austria).

Monday, October 5, 2020

Factors Driving the Trace Minerals (Chelated) in Feed Market

The chelated feed trace minerals market is estimated at USD 431.2 Million in 2017 and is projected to reach USD 570.8 Million by 2022, at a CAGR of 5.8 % from 2017. In terms of volume, the market is projected to reach 128.0 KT by 2022. Chelated trace minerals play an important role in the growth and performance of the animals. Chelated trace minerals are required in small quantities but have a significant impact on the performance of the livestock. This increasing awareness about the benefits of chelated trace minerals among growers increases their usage in animal nutrition, particularly in the developed countries. The shift in dietary preferences towards a protein-rich diet, owing to health awareness and a rise in income levels among the population, drive the consumption of meat and other animal-based products. This has resulted in an increased demand for animal-based products, subsequently driving the production of livestock, which in turn, is fed using novel methods and products, ensuring an optimum nutrition level and feed conversion ratio. These factors are expected to boost the demand for chelated feed trace minerals.Increasing awareness about the precision nutrition techniques and the growth of the organized livestock sector in developing countries are other factors driving the growth of this market.



Objectives of the Report:
  • To provide detailed information about the major factors influencing the growth of the market (drivers, restraints, opportunities, and industry-specific challenges)
  • To analyze the opportunities in the market for stakeholders and provide details of the competitive landscape for market leaders
  • To analyze the competitive environment of the chelated feed trace minerals market
  • To provide the analysis of the research & development spending and funding activities in the chelated feed trace minerals market
  • To project the size of the market, in terms of value (USD million) in the key regions, namely, North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and the Rest of the World (RoW)
  • To strategically profile the key players and comprehensively analyze their core competencies
  • To analyze the competitive developments mergers, acquisitions, agreements/joint ventures, expansions, and new product launches in the chelated feed trace minerals market

The zinc segment is projected to grow at the highest rate during the forecast period.

In 2016, on the basis of type, the zinc segment accounted for the largest share of the chelated feed trace minerals market in terms of value and volume. Zinc is widely used because of its high applicability for different feed products. Zinc, when added to feed, increases growth in early nursery phase, improves the poor health status of the animals, and it also helps alleviate stress challenges which help in the overall growth of animals.

Poultry: The fastest growing livestock in the trace minerals (chelated) in feed market

In 2016, the poultry segment accounted for the largest share of the chelated feed trace minerals market in terms of value and is projected to grow at the highest CAGR from 2017 to 2022. Chelated trace minerals provide optimum mineral nutrition to poultry birds while including fewer minerals in the formulation. These minerals help reduce the overall cost of feed as they offer maximum benefits to the birds, in lower amounts compared to the other mineral sources.

North America is projected to be the fastest-growing regional market for trace minerals (chelated) in feed

North America is one of the largest producers of livestock and animal-based products in the world, with the US being a major producer. Growing productions, as well as consumption of livestock and livestock-based products in this region, have enabled livestock producers to utilize feed with chelated trace minerals, as they are highly effective in promoting the healthier growth of animals and in improving the fertility rate. The US was the largest market for chelated feed trace minerals in North America in 2016. Furthermore, the presence of leading chelated trace minerals companies such as Cargill, ADM, DSM, BASF, and Nutreco in North America, and their continuous efforts for promoting their business in the chelated trace minerals segment through various strategies such as acquisitions and expansions are expected to drive the market for chelated feed trace minerals in this region.

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This report studies marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of leading companies such as Cargill (US), ADM (US), BASF (Germany), DSM (Netherlands), Nutreco (Netherlands), DLG Group (Denmark), InVivo (France), Bluestar Adisseo (China), Alltech (US), Phibro (US), Kemin (US), Zinpro (US), and Novus (US).

Target Audience:
  • Associations and industry bodies
  • Commercial research & development (R&D) institutions
  • Chelated feed trace minerals manufacturers and suppliers
  • Raw material suppliers and distributors
  • Traders, distributors, and retailers
  • Agricultural institutes, associations, and government agencies
  • Commercial growers
  • Animal nutrition industry players
  • Researchers
  • Industry experts

Agricultural Sprayers Market: Growth Opportunities and Recent Developments

The agricultural sprayers market is estimated to reach USD 1.86 Billion by 2017, and it is projected to reach USD 2.63 Billion by 2022, at a CAGR of 7.12% from 2017. In terms of volume, the market is projected to reach 306.9 thousand units by 2022. The agricultural sprayers market is driven by extensive changes in farming and spraying technologies. Moreover, increasing focus on farm efficiency and productivity, rising production of cereals & grains in Asian countries, and government support towards modern agricultural techniques are some of the major drivers driving the growth of the agricultural sprayers market. The major restraining factor for this market is the high initial investment. The types such as self-propelled and aerial sprayers need high initial investments, efficient farming tools, and skilled & knowledgeable farmers or growers.



Objectives of the Report:
  • To provide detailed information about the major factors influencing the growth of the market (drivers, restraints, opportunities, and industry-specific challenges)
  • To analyze the opportunities in the market for stakeholders and provide details of the competitive landscape for market leaders
  • To analyze the competitive environment of the agricultural sprayers market
  • To provide the analysis of the research & development spending and funding activities in the agricultural sprayers market
  • To project the size of the market, in terms of value (USD million) in the key regions, namely, North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and the Rest of the World (RoW)
  • To strategically profile the key players and comprehensively analyze their core competencies

Significant growth expected in the fuel-based sprayers segment

In 2016, the fuel-based segment accounted for the largest share, by power source, in the agricultural sprayers market in terms of value and volume. Owing to technological advancements, the popularity of fuel-based sprayers on large and medium farms and growing demand for large capacity from farmers with large farms are driving the growth for fuel-based sprayers, globally.

Turf, ornamentals, and others: The fastest growing crop type in the agricultural sprayers market

The others segment includes turf & ornamentals, floriculture crops, permanent crops, pastures, grasslands, and other cultivations. This segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR from 2017 to 2022, growing population at a faster pace act as a major driving factor for agricultural sprayers as it drives the demand for food which aggressively is demanding for high-efficiency equipment. This is expected to help grow the agricultural sprayers market in the next five years. Growing application of plant regulators and herbicides in turf and ornamentals is a major reason for the growth of agricultural sprayers in the others segment.

High HP self-propelled sprayer is projected to be the fastest growing segment in the agricultural sprayers market in 2022

The demand for high HP self-propelled sprayers is increasing around the globe, especially in developing countries such as China, India, and Brazil. In this report, the self-propelled segment is further subsegmented on the basis of horsepower (HP) such as low HP, medium HP, and high HP. High HP is projected to be the fastest growing segment for agricultural sprayers in the self-propelled sprayers segment in 2022.


Asia Pacific is projected to be the fastest-growing regional market for agricultural sprayers

The Asia Pacific region is projected to be the fastest-growing market for agricultural sprayers, owing to increase in agricultural practices and use of advanced technological farm equipment and the rapidly growing consumer markets of China, India, Australia, and Japan.

In this region, countries such as India, China, and Japan have embraced various agricultural techniques and hold a major share of the agriculture sprayers market. India is one of the fastest growing markets for agricultural sprayers in the Asia Pacific region. The adoption rate of agricultural equipment in India is developing considerably. The population is also increasing rapidly, which creates a need for food in the Indian markets, which drives the market for agricultural sprayers.

This report studies marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of leading companies such as John Deere (US), CNH Industrial (UK), and Kubota (Japan). Other companies include Mahindra & Mahindra (India), STIHL (Germany), AGCO Corporation (US), Yamaha (Japan), and EXEL Industries (France).

Thursday, October 1, 2020

Rapid Test Market Projected to Garner Significant Revenues by 2022

The report Rapid Test Market (Services) by Technology (PCR, Immunoassay, HPLC, GC-MS, LC-MS/MS), Contaminant (Pathogens, Meat speciation, GMO, Allergens, Pesticides, Mycotoxin, Heavy Metals), Food Tested (Processed, Crops), and Region – Global Forecast to 2022″, The rapid test market, in terms of value, was valued at USD 10.14 Billion in 2016. It is projected to reach USD 15.71 Billion by 2022, at a CAGR of 7.7% from 2017. The market is driven by factors such as an increase in the requirement for a rapid test results to enhance productivity, increase in product recalls due to stringent regulations, growing incidences of foodborne illness, and globalization of food trade. Growing consumer awareness for food safety and increasing involvement of government & non-government bodies to deliver safe food products to consumers provides new growth opportunities for market players.

The objectives of the study are:
  • To define, segment, and forecast the size of the rapid test market with respect to contaminant, technology, food tested, and region
  • To analyze the market structure by identifying various subsegments of the rapid test market
  • To forecast the size of the market and its various submarkets with respect to four main regions, namely, North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, and the Rest of the World (RoW)
  • To provide detailed information about crucial factors that are influencing the growth of the market (drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges)
  • To analyze opportunities in the market for stakeholders and provide details of the competitive landscape for market leaders
  • To strategically profile key players and comprehensively analyze their market share and core competencies
  • To analyze competitive developments such as expansions & investments, acquisitions, new product/service & technology launches, agreements, collaborations, and partnerships in the rapid test market

PCR-based segment projected to grow at the highest CAGR, by technology, from 2017 to 2022

PCR is the dominant rapid test technology applied in food testing; the market for the same is projected to grow at a significant rate in the next five years. The market for PCR-based technology in rapid test is growing due to the automated, faster, and accurate results with low level of detection.

Meat & seafood products segment projected to grow at the highest CAGR, by food tested, from 2017 to 2022

Meat & seafood products are tested by means of rapid test technologies for various contaminants. Meat speciation testing, in its different forms, is a routine practice conducted to safeguard consumer interest and health, especially against malpractices such as adulterations. This segment is expected to grow at a high rate primarily due to increasing stringency of regulations for meat products along with increasing cases of contaminated meat.


Significant growth for rapid test is observed in the Asia-Pacific region

The requirement for rapid test has grown in the region in recent years, owing to an increase in consumer awareness in the Asia-Pacific region regarding the safety of food products. The growth in this market is fueled by the economic development in countries such as China and India. Food safety procedure compliance in Europe (a major importer) is severe, and in order to hold the food trade, Chinese food producers have to comply with the food standards and regulations. China is a potential market for rapid test due to various factors such as unhygienic food practices, human negligence, regulatory violations, and fraudulent practices growing incidences of foodborne illness due to contaminated food.

This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of leading companies. More than 240 developments were tracked for the 25 companies in the market. It includes the profiles of leading companies such as SGS (Switzerland), Bureau Veritas (France), Intertek (UK), Eurofins (Luxembourg), and TUV SUD (Germany).

Food Extrusion Market to Record Steady Growth by 2022

The report Food Extrusion Market by Extruder (Single Screw, Twin Screw, and Contra Twin Screw), Process (Cold and Hot), Food Product (Savory Snacks, Breakfast Cereals, Bread, Flours & Starches, and Textured Protein), and Region – Global Forecast to 2022″, The food extrusion market, by food product and equipment, is projected to reach a value of USD 68.38 Billion and USD 7.11 Billion by 2022, at CAGRs of 4.26% and 2.41% from 2017 to 2022, respectively. The market is driven by factors such as the growth of the processed food industry, which in turn drives the extruded products industry. The innovations in the food extrusion industry, for example, by designing extrusion equipment that offers increased productivity and reducing the production cost, also drive the food extrusion market.


On the basis of extruder, the global market was led by twin screw extruder, followed by single screw extruder, in 2016. Ease of functionality, low cost of production, better control of process parameters, high level of process flexibility, and remarkable mixing capability are the key features of twin screw extruders.


The food extrusion market, on the basis of process, is segmented into hot and cold extrusion. The hot extrusion segment accounted for a larger market share in 2016. Rapid high energy transfer into the mass with high-temperature short-time advantages is the key factor for the increasing preference for hot extrusion operations.

On the basis of food product, the savory snacks segment accounted for the largest market share in 2016, followed by breakfast cereals. Extrusion technology gave a phenomenal boost to the snack food industry by increasing the possibility of new shapes and sizes and textures using various raw materials.

The European region was the largest market for the food extrusion equipment market in 2016. This can be attributed to the increase in demand for various extruded food products in the European region. The robust growth of the food industry of Europe is supported by the increased demand for ready-to-eat snacks and other extruded food products. Moreover, many key players have their production plants of extrusion machinery established in this region.


This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of the leading companies. It includes profiles of leading companies such as Baker Perkins (UK), Coperion (Germany), Bühler (Switzerland), AKRON TOOL & DIE (US), Groupe Legris Industries (Belgium), Pavan SpA (Italy), Flexicon (US), Triott Group (Netherlands), The Bonnot Company (US), and AMERICAN EXTRUSION INTERNATIONAL (US).

This report is targeted at the existing players in the industry, which include the following:
  • Regulatory and research organizations
  • Raw material producers, suppliers, and distributors
  • Food extruder equipment manufacturer, traders, distributors, and dealers
  • Extruded food manufacturers, traders, distributors, and dealers