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SustainabilityRestore biodiversity - A story of hope and action between the Black Jaguar Foundation and farmers
In the global conversation about moving towards more sustainable food production, farmers in Brazil are being pushed to the margins. Ben Valks, initiator of the Black Jaguar Foundation, wants to change the narrative. “Environment and farming can go together. In our mission to restore biodiversity, Brazilian farmers are the heroes.”
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SustainabilityDe Heus invests in GHG impact and business continuity with own solar park in South Africa
As part of the commitment to environmental stewardship and responsible animal feed at De Heus, the company is working to reduce its carbon footprint worldwide. Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions generated in production and logistics are contributors to the carbon footprint, which is why De Heus has an ongoing programme of sustainability initiatives to tackle these emissions. Underlining the company’s dedication to advancing ecofriendly solutions within the animal nutrition industry at a regional level, it has recently developed a field of solar panels at one of its production facilities in South Africa. This decision was primarily driven by the GHG impact, but it also improves the operational resilience and business continuity.
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PoultrySmid family takes on the challenge
In 1990, Jenneke and Hergen Smid from the Netherlands got married. In 1996, they built their first free-range barn and in 2020 they are renovating the farm together with their sons to prepare it for the future. Jenneke: "We were ready for a new challenge ourselves, but we are delighted that we can do this with our children."
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SustainabilityHow the global HR listening survey will help De Heus develop as a learning organisation and drive our success
Earlier this year, De Heus conducted its second global HR listening survey. About 10,000 colleagues were asked questions, covering a number of areas, about their experience of working at De Heus and how engaged they feel with the company. Wichard Bieze, Group Director Human Resources, tells us about the results and how they will help us build a future-oriented, learning organisation as we grow and develop.
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SwineTips on how to keep your pigs cool during the summer
With temperatures rising in spring and summer it is wise to pay attention to preventing heat stress. But which measures should you take?
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NewsOrvia Vietnam incorporated by De Heus, Orvia and Lan Chi to supply healthy and high-performing duck genetics
On 7 November 2023, the signing ceremony on the incorporation of Orvia Vietnam was organized in Ho Chi Minh City. Orvia Vietnam is incorporated by De Heus Vietnam, Orvia Group and Lan Chi to bring high performing day-old-ducks to the Vietnamese duck farmers. Orvia Vietnam operates multiple breeder farms and hatchery locations in Vietnam. The event was attended by representatives from Orvia Group, Royal De Heus, Lan Chi together with many duck farmers from all across Vietnam, partners and press agencies.
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SustainabilityRe-discovering the basics for powering progress
Farmers, breeders, butchers and feed professionals together under one roof – that was the unique collaboration that the Turkey Academy in Poland provided. It was the first collaboration of its kind, enabling participating parties to share insights about business opportunities and challenges. Now, with new regulations under way, turkey farmers are under more pressure than ever. To help them, De Heus is exploring how to bring insights from the Academy into the spotlight.
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Our peopleEdwin de Ridder - Head of Logistics
Purchasing raw materials is an important aspect when producing animal feed. But even if we buy the right raw materials, it doesn't mean that they are also available for incorporating in the feed. Edwin de Ridder is head of logistics in the purchasing department. Together with his team, he ensures that all the purchased raw materials are delivered to the factories at exactly the right moment.
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Our peopleMiriam Beekmans – Manager Sales Support at Koudijs
De Heus' people are passionate about delivering high-quality products and service to customers. That's what attracted Miriam to the company's export organisation Koudijs. "Export is very dynamic and every day is different," she says. "Working together with my team, we can do our job well and this leads to happy customers." The opportunities to develop her career as a manager are also a major benefit.
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Royal De Heus strengthens its position in Brazil through the acquisition of Cerrado Nutrição Animal
On March 6th, Royal De Heus signed the agreement for the acquisition of the Brazilian cattle nutrition company Cerrado Nutrição Animal, located in Itaberaí, state of Goiás.
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