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SustainabilityActive participation within Nevedi
For many years, De Heus has been an active member of the Dutch sector organisation for the animal feed industry, Nevedi. Within this association, clear principles have been formulated regarding a range of social topics that concern the feed industry. Take, for example, sustainability. We endorse these viewpoints and interpret these into concrete measures for us to take:
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SustainabilitySupport of social objectives
Our participation in unique projects probably appeals most to the imagination when it comes to our social involvement. In the regions we operate in, these projects make valuable contributions to the well-being of the local population. Examples of such projects include:
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Our peopleGábor Tiszaváry – Sales specialist for pigs
Gábor Tiszaváry is a sales specialist for De Heus in Hungary. His function is diverse and challenging. Visting partners, collecting orders and checking the performances of the animals are examples of weekly routines. Gábor his role is to advise the farmer about management and feed. He helps customers with things like: subsidies and farm equipment. “We are part of their lives, not just a supplier.”
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NewsDe Heus Inaugurates the First De Heus Animal Feed Factory in Ivory Coast
On January 19th, 2023, De Heus Animal Nutrition opened a new greenfield animal feed factory situated in the new industrial zone of PK 24 in Attinguié with an initial capacity of 120.000 MT pa. The factory produces complete feeds and concentrates to ensure farmers in Ivory coast and surrounding export destinations have access to a full product portfolio- tailored to their specific conditions and goals.
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NewsOur Global Green Goals, sowing the seeds for future generations
At De Heus Animal Nutrition we are committed to working together with suppliers, customers, business partners, industry organizations and other stakeholders towards more sustainable supply chains, providing safe, healthy, and affordable food for a growing world population.
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Our peopleTeresa Ribeiro - HSE and sustainability coordinator
Since early 2024, Teresa Ribeiro has been serving as the Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) and Sustainability Coordinator for De Heus Portugal. With a background spanning animal nutrition research, feed formulation, and quality management, Teresa brings both technical expertise and a personal dedication to improving workplace conditions. “This role allows me to make a real difference in the daily lives of our employees, particularly in our plants,” Teresa explains. “Caring about people and their work environment is not only a responsibility, it’s a genuine concern.”
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TestimonialStrengthening generations through innovation - Orcik family
Discover how the Orcik family in Slovakia combined decades of farming experience with innovative solutions from De Heus to improve sheep health, milk yield, and farm performance.
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SustainabilityKoudijs Uganda takes initiative to recycle single use plastics
Single use plastics form one of the largest environmental challenges in Uganda. Which is why Koudijs Uganda has set up a program aimed at the collection and reusage of single use feed bags. The program incentivizes farmers to return used bags by giving them a discount on the purchase of animal feed. Koudijs expects to recycle a significant amount of used polypropylene bags as a result of this new initiative.
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Our peopleWillem Hovius - Process operator
On the outside, the De Heus product locations look robust and impressive. The machines in the plant contain hypermodern precision technology and are operated with advanced software. However, there's more to producing nice pellets than technology. You also need skilled personnel. People like Willem Hovius (43), process operator in the Utrecht plant (Netherlands).
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NewsDe Heus to change its governance model
Since 2007, Co and Koen de Heus have co-held the position of CEO of the family business, De Heus Animal Nutrition. The family business aims to continue to grow in a sustainable manner. To allow the company to do so, several changes will be made to the company’s governance model.
