LITTLE FALLS — It was a field of dreams. The site of Brainerd area-based Barrett Petfood Innovations’ expansion was bustling with activity and excitement when ground was broken Monday, Aug. 12, in Little Falls in Morrison County. “We’re expanding … and the pet industry is — as everyone knows — that people love their pets,” Sarah Barrett said before the groundbreaking ceremony. “We’ve moved from pet owners to pet parents, and those are the people that we cater to.” Brother and sister Tom and Sarah Barrett are the managing directors of Barrett Petfood Innovations, which was founded by their father Mike. Barrett Petfood Innovations has been a global manufacturing partner since 1982. Mike Barrett founded the company. His children Sarah and Tom Barrett now are managing directors. Mike Barrett is still involved in the business as his farm is one of the main ingredient sources for the company. Steve Kohls / Brainerd Dispatch “Today, we’re moving ...
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