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SustainabilityUnlocking Vietnam’s solar potential for feed production
De Heus Vietnam is scaling rooftop solar systems across its feedmills and farms to reduce grid electricity use, cut CO₂ emissions and advance the Sustainable Supply Chain pillar of the Responsible Feeding Programme. Due to Vietnam’s abundant sunlight, De Heus Vietnam saw a clear opportunity to reduce reliance on grid electricity and strengthen the sustainability of both feedmills and farms. The initiative builds on earlier efforts to decarbonise operations, including the recent transition to 100% electric forklifts—completely eliminating fuel use for forklifts and improving the working experience for factory employees.
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SustainabilityRestoring life in Brazil’s Araguaia Corridor
Together with the Black Jaguar Foundation, we support ecological restoration that brings wildlife back, reconnects habitats and strengthens resilient ecosystems along the Araguaia Biodiversity Corridor in Brazil.
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TestimonialStrengthening an indigenous breed and supporting 30 farming families
Discover how Mr Tuan improved poultry productivity and community income with support from De Heus nutrition specialists.
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TestimonialBuilding a new life in Slovenia with a growing ostrich farm
Discover how Kirsten improved her ostriches’ health with support from De Heus nutrition specialists.
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NewsDe Heus Kenya opens landmark feed mill in Athi River, boosting agricultural sector and regional growth
Athi River, Kenya February 18, 2026. De Heus Animal Nutrition is proud to announce the official opening of its state-of-the-art animal feed production plant in Athi River, Machakos County. With an annual production capacity of 240,000 metric tons and a total investment of KES 3 billion (USD 23 million), the new facility marks a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to Kenya’s agricultural sector and regional development.
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Our peopleGert Kerkhofs – Team Leader Dairy Specialists Flanders (Belgium)
Although he did not grow up on a farm, Gert Kerkhofs developed a passion for the sector at an early age. “During my holidays I worked on a farm, and that really sparked my enthusiasm,” he says. After attending agricultural school in Bocholt, he moved to Geel to obtain his bachelor’s degree in dairy farming. He then started working on a dairy farm to gain practical experience. “After several years in the barn, I moved into advisory work and eventually joined De Heus. I’m now team leader for the dairy team in Flanders.”
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Cash & Liquidity Manager
Shape the financial backbone of a rapidly growing international, family owned, company
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Our peopleIbon Mujika Gonzalez - Lab Manager
When Ibon Mujika Gonzalez joined De Heus in early 2025 as Lab Manager at the Orkoien Laboratory in Spain, he brought with him an impressive scientific background. With a degree in Chemistry from the University of the Basque Country and hands-on experience across water quality, human food analysis and metallurgy, Ibon seamlessly transitioned into the world of animal nutrition — a field that was new to him, yet full of opportunity.
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SustainabilityRoots for Resilience: Driving sustainable impact for communities and farms
At De Heus Ghana, we believe resilience in farming starts with harmony between animals, farmers, and the environment. That’s why we launched Roots for Resilience—a five-year sustainability initiative tackling one of the biggest challenges for poultry farmers: heat stress.
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NewsDe Heus successfully completes acquisition of CJ Feed & Care, marking a significant expansion in Asia
This strategic step marks a significant milestone in De Heus’ long-term growth strategy and underscores the company’s ongoing commitment to supporting farmers across Asia. The acquisition strengthens De Heus’ presence in Vietnam, Indonesia, and Cambodia, key markets within its existing portfolio, while also providing entry into two new strategically important markets: Korea and the Philippines. In total, the transaction comprises 17 feed mills and numerous livestock operations across the region.
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