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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.

Groundbreaking ceremony for the De Heus animal feed plant in Kenya

Nairobi, Kenya – On the 4th of April De Heus Kenya organized the groundbreaking ceremony of a new animal feed plant in Nairobi, Kenya. Located in Athi River, this facility represents the first dedicated animal feed plant in the country, marking a significant milestone for De Heus. With an annual capacity of 200,000 metric tonnes (MT), the factory is scheduled to initiate operations in the second half of 2025, serving catering to the needs of Kenya's poultry, swine, and dairy farming sectors. This initiative underscores De Heus' commitment to elevating livestock farming standards and supporting agricultural development in Kenya.

Pioneering aquaculture research on the banks of the Mekong river

One of the biggest challenges in aquafeed production today is understanding the precise nutritional requirements for different species of farmed fish and shrimp. That is why the global research centre on the banks of the Mekong river in Vietnam is gathering important data that will shed light on the efficient conversion of feed into animal protein. By optimising the impact of aquafeed, farmers around the world can raise healthier fish and shrimp with less feed costs.

From tie stall to cubicle stable with a milking robot

Learn how Dutch Farmer Van de Kamp-Vliek grew from tie stall to cubicle stable with a milking robot. And how technical solutions can benefit your business too.

Developing digital coaching for Poultry farmers in Africa

From two to two thousand sows and pioneers in air-conditioned finishing of pigs in the state of São Paulo

Learn how De Heus' quality feed helped Van den Broek achieve success in his livestock farming operations in Brazil. A testimonial from a satisfied customer.

How a De Heus plant can support fish farming in Uganda and help feed the nation

In June 2023, De Heus began construction of its first dedicated aquafeed plant in Uganda. Located in Njeru, near Jinja, on the north shore of Lake Victoria, the factory is expected to start operations early next year. Once the facility reaches full capacity, it will produce some 50,000 tons of fish feed per year, helping to support a rapidly developing aquaculture industry. In addition, it will help to improve the diet and food security of the country's growing population and boost local agriculture.

Selecting the best performing technical feed additive

Technical additives are an indispensable component of premix animal nutrition, but selecting the ones that deliver maximum efficacy is far from easy. There’s a wide range on offer with a lot of different advice from suppliers. To identify the most effective technical additives, De Heus uses applied research. Wim Wensink, Category Manager Technical Additives Global Premix & Specialties explains how this rigorous, objective approach helps De Heus choose the most effective technical additives so customers can achieve their animal performance goals in the most cost-effective and sustainable way.

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.

World-class formulation capabilities lead to predictable results on the farm

Nutrient profiles are critical when it comes formulating effective premixes - or any other type of feed for that matter. De Heus is a front runner in formulation because each premix is designed to deliver consistent animal performance after the premix and raw materials are blended together. Han Verdonk, Team Leader Formulations Premix & Specialties, talks to us about De Heus’ centralised approach to premix animal feed formulation and how the interplay between the global premix animal feed formulation team and local business units benefits animal production.