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POULTRY

BRF SADIA INAUGURATES NEW PLANT IN

SAUDI ARABIA

BRF Sadia, one of the largest food com- duced in the Halal region are exported to 14
panies in the world, has inaugurated its new countries, and there are plans to reach even
plant “Al Joody” in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. more markets in the coming years. “It is a
The unit was acquired in January 2021 and very positive time for the Middle Eastern
received investments of around US$ 18 markets and, with the great work from our
million, which has increased its monthly local team, we are managing to achieve our
production capacity to 1,200 tons of food. goals while demonstrating our long-term
Present at the ceremony were Marcos BRF Sadia’s history in Saudi Arabia began commitment to the region and the local
Molina, BRF Sadia Chairman of the Board; in the mid-1970s, when Sadia was the government’s strategy,” says Lorival Luz.
Lorival Luz, BRF Sadia Global CEO; and Igor first company to introduce and democratize He added: “The opening of the new
Marti, BRF Sadia Vice President for the Halal frozen chicken products in the Middle East. factory comes after a careful analysis and
Market, as well as representatives from Currently, BRF Sadia has more than 500 study of the Saudi market. It aligns with
the ministries of investment and industry employees in this country. the Saudi Vision 2030, which encourages
and mineral resources of the Kingdom of foreign companies to invest in the local
Saudi Arabia, the Eastern region munici- The Halal market plays a strategic role market. Today, we look forward to provid-
pality and Modon in the Company’s plans for sustainable ing the citizens and residents in the King-
growth. Today, BRF Sadia’s products pro-
“The expansion of BRF Sadia in the Saudi dom with products of the highest quality.”
market to manufacture its products locally In addition to Saudi Arabia, BRF Sadia is
is a landmark step which will play a integral present in all main countries within the
role in the growth and development of Halal region. Currently, the company has
the poultry industry locally, in the inter- more than 7,500 employees including
est of the Saudi consumer “ said Engineer other production units such as Al Wafi
Abdulhamid Bin Mohammed Al-Shawan, factory in the United Arab Emirates and
Regional Director of Investment Advisory three Banvit plants in Turkey.
& Relations about the launch.
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NOD APIARY PRODUCTS LTD. – CELEBRATING

25 YEARS OF PROTECTING HONEY BEES!

This upcoming year marks a notewor- We are keen to share this knowledge product in North America shows the
thy milestone at NOD Apiary Products with others and are in the process of value we are bringing to a sustainable
Ltd.: 25 years committed to honey bee developing an education centre at our future.”
and animal wellness. Originating in Can- new facility in Quinte West, Ontario. NOD Apiary Products Ltd. would like
ada in 1997, NOD has developed inno- Reflecting on the last 25 years as a to thank all employees, who have been
vative, practical tools for treating honey business, NOD has had a willingness to a big part of their growth over the last
bees under stress from parasitic mites, consistently evolve and this has contrib- 25 years – without all of their hard work
ones that are effective, sustainable and uted to the success and satisfaction of and commitment to honey bee and over-
safe. NOD has registered its bee pro- customers. All of NOD’s distributors that all animal health, NOD could not have
tection products in Canada, the United make up the team to service beekeepers become what it is proud to be today.
States, New Zealand and many coun- worldwide are highly valued key players
tries across Europe, with anticipation of in taking the company to new heights.
expansion into more markets globally.
From CEO, David VanderDussen, “I am
NOD Apiary Products Ltd. has a clear very proud of what we’ve been able to
passion for honey bees and is contin- accomplish over the last 25 years. This
uously engaged in learning about bees milestone is more than just a number, it’s
and their benefits. Honey bee health is about our dedication to creating quali-
essential for the sake of our food and our ty products and our passion for healthy
future, so cues are taken from nature to bees and a healthy planet. Becoming the
develop viable solutions for beekeepers. number one formulated bee protection
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