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Jefo Breaks Ground on Its New High-Tech Production Facility
On August 27, 2021, Jefo, a global leader in animal nutrition, celebrated the groundbreaking of its new production plant in Saint-Hyacinthe, Quebec. This significant investment aims to meet the growing demand for sustainable, antibiotic-free animal nutrition solutions.
Scaling Up to Meet Global Demand
- Investment: $42.5 million CAD
- Facility Size: 180,000 sq. ft.
- Initial Production Lines: 2
- Future Expansion Potential: Up to 6 lines
- Production Increase: Up to 400%
The new facility will operate alongside Jefo's existing plant, ensuring continuous production and supply chain stability.
Advancing Sustainable Animal Nutrition
Jefo's mission focuses on reducing antibiotic resistance by offering alternative nutritional options to livestock producers. The company's Precision Intestinal Nutrition concept emphasizes gut health and microbiota balance, aiming to double sales of specialty products within three years.
Global Reach and Innovation
With a presence in over 80 countries, Jefo continues to expand its international footprint, including recent partnerships in the Middle East. The company's patented Jefo Matrix Technology delivers active ingredients directly into the intestines for optimal absorption, enhancing animal performance and health.
Leadership Perspectives
“More than ever, the world understands the importance of sanitary issues to improve animal health and, consequently, human health. Since our foundation, we have focused on solutions aimed at reducing antibiotic resistance by offering alternative nutritional options to livestock producers.”
Jean Fontaine, President, Jefo Group
“Fighting antibiotic resistance is essential to meet our vision of having a healthier circle of life on a more sustainable planet. This new plant will allow us to offer our solutions to a greater number of producers.”Jean François Fontaine, Vice President, Jefo Group
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