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SustainabilityAn inspiring restoration project with local farmers: Realising the Araguai biodiversity corridor in Brazil
Acquiring raw materials from sustainable sources means protecting natural ecosystems and biodiversity. To support global conservation, De Heus is a long-term partner of the Black Jaguar Foundation. Founded by Ben Valks in 2009, this non-profit organisation works committed to restoration along the banks of the Araguaia River, which connects the Amazon rainforest and the Cerrado savanna in Brazil, two of the world’s most important ecosystems.
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SpainThe Business Excellence Awards recognize De Heus as "The Best Animal Nutrition Company" in Spain
De Heus Nutrición Animal received last Wednesday the Business Excellence Award as The Best Animal Nutrition Company in Spain, during an event organized by the newspaper La Razón in Madrid. The company has emphasized that this recognition is the result of "great teamwork and a constant effort to contribute to innovation and sustainability in the livestock sector."
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De Heus reaches the finals of the Dutch Family Company Award 2015
As you may know De Heus has been selected for the Family Company Award. A prestigious price for outstanding performing family companies. This award will be handed out by the Family Company Foundation, established in 2012 by John Fentener van Vlissingen. The ambition of this foundation is to support and strengthen the position of Dutch family companies, the cornerstone of the Dutch economy.
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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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Our peopleŁukasz Kowalski – Cattle specialist
Five years ago, Łukasz joined De Heus Łomża North team as a cattle specialist. He is responsible for sales development based on nutritional consulting in the north-east of Mazovia. His hobby is football.
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PremixWorld-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.
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SustainabilityLooking at the road ahead: De Heus' commitment to sustainable transport in The Netherlands
Every day, a fleet of 100 trucks hits the road to deliver animal feed from the Netherlands to customers across The Netherlands, Belgium, Denmark, Germany and the northern part of France. Traveling up to 100,000 kilometres annually, these heavy-duty vehicles are responsible for significant CO2 emissions which add to the footprint of our feed. Three logistics professionals from De Heus share their experiences with a more sustainable approach to truck transport.
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Food for Thought, Thought for Food
De Heus Animal Nutrition is privileged to reach the milestone of a 100 year anniversary and we therefore feel that it is appropriate to do something in return for the world in which we operate.
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TestimonialI went from a small dealer to one of the largest feed dealers in the Mekong Delta
Read how Nguyen Van Tung's farm improved with De Heus feed. A customer story to help you make informed decisions for your farm.
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SustainabilityDe Heus Business Principles: Our compass for acting with integrity
Rules can be useful. An established set of norms, values and principles which form the basis for how people act in public and in a social context. Essentials for solid teamwork and successful partnerships. But what if your colleague or chain partner is accustomed to different norms, values and principles?
Sustainability
Our sustainability journey
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A story of hope and action
