ABP Food Group

Profile

ABP Food Group is an integrated agrifood business operating 50 manufacturing sites in 7 EU countries. We are structured around 4 divisions and our principal business is in red meat processing (beef and lamb) for retail, wholesale, food service, etc. The remaining divisions look to maximise carcass utilisation into Petfood (C&D), Proteins for Pharma and food ingredients and finally a sizeable renewable energy division (Olleco). Research interest is sustainable proteins. 

Competences & Capabilities

Main areas of expertise include:

• Understanding of beef/lamb farming systems and drivers of efficiency across Europe. 
• Strong category and consumer understanding of the protein purchaser (meat, fish, poultry and non-meat). 
• Environmental sustainability and the drivers of improvements at farm and business level. 
• Adding value to animal by-products. 
• Brand protection - food authenticity, security and safety of supply chains.