Announcing the acquisition of Voeders Huys, De Heus Animal Nutrition is expanding its production capacity into Belgium and France. De Heus stated that this strategic move fits into its broader ambition to expand its footprint in strategic European markets.
Netherlands-based De Heus Animal Nutrition has acquired Voeders Huys, a well-established Belgian feed producer with production sites in Bruges (Belgium) and Northern France. De Heus points to this strategic move strengthening its position in Western Europe, a key region where the company has already experienced significant commercial growth and will now also produce locally.
In recent years, De Heus’ Northwest Europe Business Group has achieved strong commercial growth in Belgium, where it is now one of the the market leaders in the poultry sector. Until now, the Belgian market was primarily supplied from the company’s Dutch production facilities. With the acquisition of Voeders Huys, De Heus explains it is further strengthening its local production footprint in Western Europe, specifically in Belgium and Northern France. This not only reinforces the company’s position in poultry but also creates opportunities to expand into other sectors. The newly acquired production capacity of approximately 250,000 tons per year enables De Heus to respond more efficiently to growing customer demand in the region.
Gabor Fluit, CEO of De Heus Animal Nutrition, said: “This acquisition marks a new chapter in our long-term growth strategy. By starting local production in Belgium and France, we strengthen our position in a region with strong agricultural potential. It enables us to grow together with our farmers and supply chain partners, while also reducing our carbon footprint through shorter supply chains. It’s an important step in our ambition to grow globally, with solid roots in local markets.”
Paul Damen, Managing Director of De Heus Netherlands, expressed: “Voeders Huys brings extensive knowledge, a dedicated team and strong customer relationships in the region. We see great opportunities to build on this foundation and support livestock farmers in Belgium and Northern France with high-quality, locally tailored feed solutions.”
The company concludes by stating that this step fits into its broader ambition to expand its footprint in strategic European markets.
