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SAN DIEGO , Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Petco Health and Wellness CompanyInc. (Nasdaq: WOOF) today announced that Brian LaRose, Chief Financial Officer, will join the UBS Global Consumer and Retail Conference in March 14, 2024. LaRose will participate in a fireside chat at approximately 11:00 am Eastern Time. A webcast of the event will be available through the Company’s investor relations page at ir.petco.com. A replay of the webcast will be archived on the Company’s investor relations page via March 28, 2024. About Petco, The Health + Wellness Co.:Founded in 1965, Petco…

Marlins light up their stripes to coordinate attacks on schools of fish, a study has found.Large fish with long, pointed bills are fast swimmers that hunt in groups, where each animal takes turns attacking their prey like sardines.One species, the striped marlin, can measure up to 12ft in length and weigh up to 450lbs and can swim at over 50mph.Drone footage captured by scientists at Humboldt University has revealed the previously unseen dynamics of hunting fish, showing how a marlin in a group will light its stripes before it mounts a attack, and then dim it when it’s done.The next…

Excerpted from a press releaseInnovafeed has launched its new brand Hilucia, redesigning its offer around a complete range of high-quality ingredients for animal and plant nutrition, with a minimal impact on the environment.According to the company, Hilucia contains a combination of exceptional upcycling capabilities of Hermetically glowing larvae with innovative technology developed by the Innovafeed teams. The Hilucia range covers its four main markets: livestock, livestock, aquaculture and agriculture, said Elizaveta Le Floch, chief business officer of Innovafeed.The launch includes two new solutions: An insect protein for chickens and pigs (monogastrics): Hilucia Protein for MonogastricsAn insect oil for aquaculture: Hilucia…

Freshpet Inc (FRPT, Financial) has experienced notable volatility in its stock price in recent times. The company’s market capitalization is at $5.11 billion, with the current stock price at $105.87. Over the past week, Freshpet stock has seen a 2.59% gain, which contrasts sharply with a 31.62% loss over the past three months. According to GuruFocus valuation metrics, the stock is currently fairly valued, with a GF Value of $107.77, down from the previous GF Value of $149. This suggests a transition from a previous assessment of a possible value trap to a more stable valuation status. Introduction to Freshpet…

OREANDA-NEWS Since the beginning of the year, on February 19, Russian fishermen have caught 745.9 thousand tons of aquatic biological resources – 8.2% higher than the level on the same date last year, according to the Telegram channel of All- Russian Association of Fisheries Enterprises, Entrepreneurs and Exporters (WARPE).”From the beginning of 2024 to February 19, Russian fishermen caught 745.9 thousand tons of aquatic biological resources (plus 8.2% compared to last year). About 88% of the catch was in the Far East,” the report said. .Production by main types is distributed in pollock (476.7 thousand tons, plus 7.8% compared to…

MCLEAN, Va. – Hilton, in partnership with Mars Petcare US, Inc., the world’s largest pet care company, and global nonprofit Greater Good Charities, announces it will donate more than 140,000 pounds of retired towels, bathmats, washcloths and other terry products from its hotel properties to local animal shelters across the US and Canada. This collaboration is part of an enterprise-wide refresh of Hilton’s towel and terry products across its 22 different trade brands. With towel quality among the top guest complaints, Hilton is taking steps to improve the guest experience by replacing its existing towels with higher quality, softer and…

Lansing, Mich. – Today, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) held the first annual Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Summit called ‘Empowering Women at MDARD.’ This equity summit focuses on empowering, supporting, and strengthening the development of women within MDARD. “The State of Michigan has been a model of justice for women, under the courageous leadership of Governor Whitmer,” said Director Boring. Breaking down barriers for MDARD women to lead the work of state food and agriculture government in Michigan is critical to greater empowerment across agriculture. These ongoing conversations about gender biases, equal opportunities, and mentoring…

Times are tough and because of the cost of living, many find it difficult to care for their furry friends or worse, give up or abandon them.”One in five surrenders that come to us are from people who are struggling financially,” Kieran Watson from RSPCA NSW told the media recently.And, with more than 1,200 animals on their surrender list, waiting for a shelter slot to become available, any way people can budget to buy their pets is welcome.Check out the best deals and products selected by our Best Picks team So what small steps can pet owners take?Pets are being…

Shooting sound waves into water can remove dissolved gases from hydropower production that harm wildlife in rivers. For many years, scientists have been investigating various methods in the laboratory, and they are ready to test the best on a large scale in real hydropower plants. The phenomenon of gas supersaturation occurs when air enters water-filled hydropower inlets and is then exposed to high pressure. When this water is subsequently released into the river, it is almost like opening a bottle of champagne, filling the river with bubbles. Too much air in the water can harm fish and other species. In…

Image courtesy The Wyoming Game and Fish Department has released its final draft of the Wyoming Elk Feedgrounds Management Plan to the public and will present it before the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission at its meeting in Pinedale March 12-13 for its approval. The draft plan, which can be found on the Elk Feedgrounds: A Challenge We Can Take On web page, is designed to guide the department’s overall and long-term approach to elk management as it addresses 21 Game and Fish-operated elk feedgrounds in the west Wyoming. A one-page summary highlighting key points of the Plan is also…