The Pet Food Science Podcast Show - Mike Hooper: Pet Food Market Evolution | Ep. 145
Mar 19, 2026In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Mike Hooper, Vice President of Business Development Companion Animal LATAM at Trouw Nutrition, shares insights from more than four decades in animal and pet nutrition. He explains how pet food fundamentals evolved, why Latin America is a unique and fast-growing market, and how culture, sustainability, and supply chain realities shape pet food strategies. Listen now on all major platforms!
What you'll learn:
- Pet nutrition evolution
- LATAM market dynamics
- Cultural market differences
- Sustainability challenges
- Supply chain resilience
Meet the guest:
Mike Hooper is Vice President of Business Development Companion Animal LATAM at Trouw Nutrition, with more than 40 years of experience in global animal and pet nutrition. His background spans commercial leadership, marketing strategy, and regional market development, with a recent focus on Latin American pet food growth. Mike brings practical insights on nutrition trends, sustainability, and market evolution.
Listen to Mike Hooper on The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.
Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn
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