It’s over 30 years since Milena and Cvetko ZadravecŠ started producing heaters for aquariums. Now the company run by their son Matjas …
Strong on private labels
With 140 members, who operate around 200 stores, the specialist retail cooperative Discus is one of the leading pet product chains in the Netherlands. It …
European experts raise industry concerns
Around 100 European aquatic industry delegates gathered recently in Coventry/England, for the latest conference organised by the UK’s …
Surprising koi growth trials
New studies carried out in India on the feeding of young koi yield surprising results
KHV is a European problem
The summer of 2006 was marked by outbreaks of the Koi Herpes Virus (KHV) in nearly all European countries. The EU approved a directive making the virus a …
The staples of a successful water garden department
Thanks to the unprecedented interest in home/landscaping makeovers, pet retailers are primed for success. They have an …
Products and companies at a glance
Healthy treats for all pets
The Dutch company Nederma has been developing and manufacturing food supplements for cats, dogs, rodents and rabbits for over 60 years. Its "Sanal" …
New concept for the future
Nordenia International AG, an international manufacturer of flexible packaging, technical films and product components, aims to concentrate its …
What makes the difference
She's seen most of the world and knows the sector inside out. In the following article, experienced export manager Gina Stefani sets out her view of …
Lots of new products in France
International exhibitors at Expozoo will be setting out their stalls in Hall 5B and presenting their new products and services to a predominantly …
Seeking a European profile
The pet trade show DeZooFa is acquiring an increasingly European profile. The reasons why many non-German firms are also exhibiting in Wiesbaden from 4th…