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Our peopleAsiome Bismark Junior - Shift Supervisor
Asiome has an extensive background in economics and mathematics, a skill set in analytic deductions in special tools like SAP, and a solid background in Management Information Systems (MIS). For the past six years, he has worked in the Agricultural sector (food and feed) in various capacities, ranging from hands-on production to the documentation of activities.
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TestimonialHelping the fish farmer to grow with quality feed and technology
Discover how De Heus' quality feed and technology helped a fish farmer grow their aquaculture business. A testimonial from a satisfied customer.
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Specialties | De Heus Animal Nutrition
Special care for all your animal-specific life stages because a good start is half the battle! De Heus specialties are designed to address this key purpose
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SustainabilityDeveloping a self-sufficient food chain and fostering rural communities in Ghana through layer farming
As an entrepreneurial company, De Heus strongly believes that independent entrepreneurship of farmers is the engine of local economies. We believe in maintaining the vitality of rural communities. To help achieve this, local business units collaborate with supply chain partners to support rural farmers so they can strengthen and improve their business operations. This in turn benefits local communities and helps countries become more self-sufficient in terms of food supply, particularly in developing nations. In Ghana, the vast majority of laying hens are imported, resulting in high egg prices. De Heus has formed a pioneering joint venture with Kuipers Breeders to produce layer chicks locally. This will not only support the country in developing its own independent food supply, it will also help provide the local population with an affordable and nutritious source of protein. We talk to Jurjën Kuipers of Kuipers Breeders and Theo Smalbraak, Business Group Director Africa & Middle East, De Heus, about how the partnership developed, what they plan to achieve and their long-term ambitions.
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Our peopleDirk van den Broek - International laboratory technician
De Heus has its own laboratory. Dirk van den Broek is International Laboratory Technician and has been working for De Heus for nearly 20 years. He not only performs all kinds of analyses in the laboratory, but he also develops analysis methods, takes samples and advises international companies on cross-contamination tests.
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SustainabilityPioneers in sustainable poultry farming
In 2013, we entered into agreements with several Dutch chain parties to make the production of chicken more sustainable. A number of requirements, including the use of more slowly growing broiler breeds, were laid down. But research has demonstrated that these breeds react differently to energy-protein ratios in their feed. That is why De Heus has developed modified feeds for the different segments. Depending on the segment a poultry farmer has chosen for, our specialists will give customised and reliable feed advice for optimum results. It is with justifiable pride that we can state that we are able to provide every poultry farmer with a compound feed to match their specific business operation. The use of more slowly growing broiler breeds, in combination with the correct feeding strategy, has reduced antibiotics use to virtually nil.
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NewsDe Heus officially opens state-of-the-art fish feed factory in Njeru, Uganda
Njeru, Uganda – September 2nd 2025 – De Heus Animal Nutrition, a global leader in animal feed solutions, has officially opened its brand-new fish feed factory in Njeru, marking a significant milestone for East Africa’s aquaculture sector. The opening ceremony highlights De Heus’ commitment to investing in Africa’s food security and agricultural development.
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NewsDe Heus Brazil Inaugurates Largest Plant in ItaberaÃ, Promoting Regional Growth
De Heus Brazil officially inaugurated its largest plant in Itaberaí, Goiás, on May 4th, 2023. The inauguration event was attended by CEO Koen de Heus, Rinus Donkers (president at De Heus Brazil and Latin America Director), Daniel Vilela (the Acting Governor of Goiás), journalists, opinion leaders, entrepreneurs, politicians, and other entities. The newly opened plant specializes in producing high-quality feed and supplements for ruminants, with advanced technology, production management systems, and an automated process ensuring production safety and adherence to high-quality product standards.
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Royal De Heus continues investments in Spain
De Heus Nutrición Animal acquires Piensos Unzué and strengthens position in North-Spain
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Our peopleIsabel Barreiro - Formulator
Isabel Barreiro has worked as a formulator in the Spanish formulation department since 2016. In 2008 she obtained her veterinary degree. Isabel spent four years working as a researcher at the university and obtained her PhD, which she wants to present this year. Before becoming immersed in the world of animal nutrition and working in a small farming cooperative, she worked as clinician.
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