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Andrej Šoltys – Production Manager

Growing up in Kendice, Slovak Republic, Andrej Šoltys always had ambitious dreams. He attended the T.H. Shevchenko Grammar School in Prešov, where he focused on Slavic languages. Continuing his education at the University of Prešov, he initially pursued studies in interpretation and translation. However, he did not went in that direction. Andrej: "I rather enjoyed being in the centre of the action and being part of the value creation in the team."

How collaborating with De Heus produces an optimal result

Marco Antônio Guardabaxo has been a farmer all his life. He’s also a true entrepreneur. Over the years, he’s grown his business into a thriving operation that now includes a huge pig farm and a packaging company. When the health of his pigs started to deteriorate, he collaborated with De Heus. With De Heus premix for pigs he solved the problem and improved the productivity of his animals. Marco Antônio Guardabaxo is owner of Fazendas Pinheiroe Graminha & Rioplastic located in São José do Rio Pardo in Brazil.

After eight years, our farm already produces 2.7 million litres of milk per year

Fernando Sleutjes from Brazil shares his success story using De Heus animal nutrition products. Read how our solutions helped him improve his operations and meet his goals.

Developing digital coaching for Poultry farmers in Africa

A De Heus hatchery in Ghana boosts the region's farmers and supports local communities

Last year, De Heus formed a pioneering joint venture with Kuipers Breeders to set up a state-of-the-art hatchery in Ghana producing layer chicks. By supplying a cost-effective alternative to imported layer hens, the partnership aims to help develop egg farming in the region, provide the local population with an affordable source of protein and support rural communities. Theo Smalbraak, Business Group Director Africa & Middle East, De Heus, and Jurjën Kuipers of Kuipers Breeders report on the status of project.

Feeding focused on a net profit per cow

Challenging the cows at the beginning of the lactation period improves their health and efficiency, as well as the net profitgain per cow. Of course the milk production response depends on many factors, including the starting ration, the production level and the dry phase. The cows must be able to cope with the increased feed concentrate level.

Gustavo Lino - Project Manager

The collaborative and friendly environment, the continuous learning about agribusiness and animal nutrition and the friendships, dedication and satisfaction he sees in his colleagues are what motivate Gustavo Breternitz Lino most in his work. This is his view of his work environment, one which has stimulated him to build an increasingly solid career.

Philippe Mbundu – Export Manager Africa at Koudijs

Under the Koudijs brand, De Heus exports feed specialties, concentrates and premixes to more than 75 countries around the world. Koudijs employees are adventurous and enjoy discovering new markets. No challenge is too big. "We are active in many regions and do business with people from all kinds of cultures," says Philippe. “Being able to make a real impact in emerging markets is what drives me."

Support from De Heus has helped me revive my business after a setback

Hear from our satisfied customer in Indonesia about the positive impact of De Heus shrimp feed. Read his the customer story about shrimp farming now.

De Heus visits Black Jaguar Foundation's environmental restoration areas in Pará

With significant socio-environmental impact, the project promotes preservation and restoration of degraded areas in the Araguaia Biodiversity Corridor for the benefit of the local community and beyond. The size of the corridor has the potential to have a positive effect on all of us everywhere and to truly make a difference.