AAFCO
The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) is a voluntary association of state and federal agencies that regulate animal feeds and pet foods in the United States. It coordinates the development of model statutes, regulations, and labeling guidelines to support uniform oversight across jurisdictions.
AAFCO develops definitions for feed ingredients, sets nutrient profiles for dog and cat foods, and approves
Enforcement and adoption: AAFCO itself does not enforce laws; member jurisdictions adopt AAFCO model regulations into
Membership and scope: Members are state and federal regulatory agencies responsible for animal feeds, and the