What Desialis does

Desialis (legal name: Désialis SAS) is a French B2B agri-processing company specializing in dehydrated alfalfa and related animal feed ingredients, headquartered in Paris and operating industrial dehydration plants across France's primary alfalfa regions through shareholder cooperatives Capdéa (Aube), Luzéal (Marne and Ardennes), Sundéshy (Marne), and sugar cooperative Cristal Union. The company was founded around 2000 under Serge Faller and is currently led by CEO Pierre BEGOC (appointed November 2019), with Sébastien Francart serving as President of the France Luzerne – Désialis union.

The core product range includes dehydrated alfalfa pellets at multiple protein grades (LUZERNE 16%-17%, LUZATOP at 18% protein, LUZATOP AOP for AOP cheese zones, BIOLUZ and BIOLUZ MAX at 17% and 20% protein respectively for organic production), long-strand and small bales (RUMILUZ LABEL, RUMIPLUS, Petites balles), concentrated alfalfa extract (ANC), silomix mash feeds, dehydrated apple pomace (DESIAPPLE), and nutritional and bedding straw. The underlying technology is a five-stage dehydration process (calendar-cut harvest, prewilting from 75% to 50% moisture, drum drying at 250-700°C to 10% moisture, pelletization at 6mm or baling at 370kg, and silo homogenization/formulation) delivering 90% dry matter products without additives, complemented by an ISR Index used to characterize rumen function in the SILOMIX line.

Desialis sells primarily through a network of feed distributors in France and exports to MENA and broader European markets, with marketing via trade shows (SPACE, Sommet de l'Elevage, Eurotier, Saudi Agriculture Exhibition, World Alfalfa Congress 2025), a "Think Breeder" testimonial program, and direct contact forms. Customers span dairy and beef cattle, goats, sheep, poultry, pigs, horses, rabbits, and Pet Food manufacturers, with premium positioning in AOP cheese-production zones and certified organic channels. Revenue is not publicly disclosed and there are no known funding rounds; the cooperative shareholder structure governs capital and strategic direction.

Name

Desialis

Legal name

DESIALIS

Website

https://desialis.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Desialis is a French B2B agri-processor that produces dehydrated alfalfa pellets, bales, and related animal feed ingredients for dairy, beef, poultry, swine, equine, and pet food customers, selling primarily through feed distributors in France and selected export markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Animal Feed Ingredients

NAICS

Animal Food Manufacturing (3111), Animal Food Manufacturing (31111), Other Animal Food Manufacturing (311119)

SIC

Food And Kindred Products (2000), Agricultural Production-Crops (100)

akta.pro primary industry

Dehydrated Forage Meals (Alfalfa/Grass Meal) (AFADAHAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hay Products (Baled, Chopped, Cubes) (AFADAHAA), Forage-Based Ruminant Feeds (Hay Cubes, Alfalfa Pellets, Silage Add-on Products) (AFADAAAJ), Equine Forage Products (Hay Cubes, Chaff, Alfalfa Pellets) (AFADAEAC), Dried & Dehydrated Foods Manufacturing (AFAKACAK)

Keywords

• Dehydrated alfalfa products
• Animal feed ingredients
• Alfalfa pellets and bales
• Organic alfalfa feed
• Ruminant fiber nutrition

Headquarters

HQ city

Paris

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Alfalfa Products: Sale of dehydrated alfalfa products in various forms: pellets (LUZATOP, LUZATOP AOP, LUZERNE 16%-17%), bales (RUMILUZ LABEL, RUMIPLUS), small bales, and organic alfalfa (BIOLUZ, BIOLUZ MAX). Products are sold as commodities to animal nutrition markets with consistent quality guaranteed by contract.
2. Concentrated Alfalfa Extract (ECL): Extracted concentrated alfalfa products for specialized animal nutrition applications.
3. Other Agricultural Products: Additional products including DESIAPPLE (dehydrated apple marc), sugar beet pulp, dried distillers drains, and mixed raw materials.
4. Research and Publications: Technical publications and research reports on fiber nutrition for ruminants, distributed to professionals in animal nutrition.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Desialis manufactures and sells dehydrated alfalfa-based animal feed products for professional livestock and pet food markets. The core portfolio includes alfalfa pellets (LUZATOP, LUZATOP AOP, LUZERNE 16%-17%), long-strand bales (RUMILUZ LABEL), small bales, organic alfalfa (BIOLUZ, BIOLUZ MAX), concentrated alfalfa extract (ANC), dehydrated apple marc (DESIAPPLE), nutritional straw, and bedding straw. Products are produced using additive-free drum drying and sold through feed distributors with traceability from field to trough.

Product overview

Desialis is a French B2B company specializing in dehydrated animal feed products, primarily serving the animal nutrition industry. The product portfolio centers on alfalfa-based products (dehydrated alfalfa in pellets, bales, and small bales) with varying protein levels (16-20%) to meet different animal sector needs. Additional products include concentrated alfalfa extracts, apple marc, straw products, and organic options. Products are organized by form (pellets, bales, small bales) and by target animal species (dairy cattle, beef cattle, goats, sheep, poultry, pigs, horses, rabbits, and Pet Food). The company emphasizes traceability from field to trough, with homogenization and formulation processes ensuring consistent quality.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• LUZATOP: Reference alfalfa with 18% protein on dry matter
• LUZATOP AOP
• LUZERNE 16%-17%
• RUMILUZ LABEL
• BIOLUZ
• BIOLUZ MAX
• DESIAPPLE
• MAILUZ
• RUMIPLUS
• Rumiluz

Products and services

• LUZATOP Reference alfalfa pellet at 18% protein on dry matter, a natural source of protein and fiber rich in vitamins and minerals, formulated for multiple animal sectors to support animal health and fertility.
• LUZATOP AOP Alfalfa pellets specifically harvested in AOP (Appellation d'Origine Protégée) zones for livestock in protected-designation cheese regions, developed with cheese defense syndicates for Brie de Meaux, Brie de Melun, and Chaource.
• LUZERNE 16% - 17% Dehydrated alfalfa pellets with guaranteed protein levels of 16-17%, developed for fiber content to meet the needs of beef cattle, dairy cattle, goats, sheep, rabbits, pigs, and poultry.
• BIOLUZ Certified organic alfalfa with 17% protein on dry matter, produced from plots cultivated under organic agriculture specifications with distinct harvesting conditions and controlled manufacturing.
• BIOLUZ MAX Certified organic alfalfa with 20% protein, developed to tightly cover protein needs in organic animal production, with dedicated preparation including circuit cleaning and rinsing.
• RUMILUZ LABEL Authentic long-strand alfalfa bale (350 kg) made in France with 100% traceability and certification, featuring 3-5 cm chopped strands, specifically for pet food formulations.
• DESIAPPLE Dehydrated apple marc, a simple and natural feed with preserved olfactory and nutritional qualities. 100% traced, FCA certified, and SNAP tested, ideal for naturally scented pet food manufacturing.
• ANC (Concentrated Alfalfa Extract) A concentrate of essential nutrients rich in natural vitamins, designed for specific animal nutrition needs.
• Silomix / Silomox Mash feed product for animal nutrition, part of the SILOMIX range to which Desialis's proprietary ISR Index (Index for Ruminal Health) is applied.
• Petites balles (Small bales) Small-bale alfalfa products in the Desialis portfolio, categorized by form for ease of handling by livestock operations.
• Paille Nutrition Nutritional straw products offered for animal feed applications alongside Desialis's alfalfa portfolio.
• Paille Litière Bedding straw products for livestock housing applications sold alongside the dehydrated feed range.

Quantifiable outcome

• Substituting 6 kg of grass silage with 2 kg of Rumiplus allows dry matter of dairy cow ration to increase from 39% to 43% DM

Named customers1 record

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• CapdéacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCooperative dehydration plant located in Aube (10). One of the shareholder cooperatives of Désialis. Operates industrial dehydration facilities for alfalfa processing.
• LuzéalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCooperative dehydration plant located in Marne (51) and Ardennes (08). Shareholder cooperative of Désialis. Processes alfalfa from agricultural regions.
• SundéshycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCooperative dehydration plant located in Marne (51). Shareholder cooperative of Désialis operating dehydration facilities.
• Cristal UnioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCooperative sugar group that is a shareholder of Désialis. Provides sugar beet co-products and represents the agricultural cooperative network supporting the company.
• Francis Enjalbert (Ecole Vétérinaire de Toulouse)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessor of animal nutrition at Ecole Vétérinaire de Toulouse, Diplômé du collège européen de nutrition vétérinaire comparée (ECVCN). Contributed expert content on fiber nutrition for ruminants for Désialis publications.
• Chambre d'Agriculture de Saône-et-LoireminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAgricultural chamber partner in research trials on replacing soybean with rapeseed meal and alfalfa in dairy cow rations in AOP cheese regions.
• Institut de l'Elevage (IDELE)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFrench Livestock Institute participating in research partnerships with Désialis on animal nutrition and fiber applications.
• ITAVIminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTechnical Institute for Poultry, Rabbit, and Small Animal Farming. Conducts trials with Désialis on fiber enrichment in laying hen environments.
• CEREOPAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCenter for Studies and Research on Economics and Organization of Animal Productions. Partner in research network for animal nutrition optimization.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• France Luzerne: Federation/trade body representing French dehydrated alfalfa producers, closely linked to Desialis. Directly comparable: same raw material (dehydrated alfalfa), same French farmer-cooperative ecosystem, same downstream animal nutrition customers.
• Anderson Hay & Grain Co. North American grower and supplier of compressed forage products including alfalfa pellets, cubes and bales. Direct comparable on product format, dehydration/compression processes, and target livestock/equine customers.
• Standlee Premium Western Forage: US-based premium dehydrated forage and alfalfa-based feed producer selling pellets, cubes and bales to dairy, equine, pet and livestock markets. Closely comparable product formats (pellets, bales) and emphasis on consistent, traced nutrition quality.

Emerging players

• S&W Seed Company: Alfalfa seed and forage genetics company with growing involvement in alfalfa-based feed products. Comparable technology layer in alfalfa genetics and variety development for dehydration-compatible, high-protein forage.

Broad incumbents

• Trouw Nutrition (Nutreco): Global animal nutrition company offering premixes, specialty feeds and young animal nutrition across livestock species. Overlaps with Desialis as a buyer and competitor in fiber-rich feed ingredients for dairy and monogastrics.
• Cargill Animal Nutrition: One of the world's largest animal feed and nutrition businesses, active in livestock, poultry, swine, equine and pet food. Comparable as a buyer/distributor of forage ingredients and as a competing supplier in formulated animal nutrition.
• ADM Animal Nutrition: Major global animal feed manufacturer and ingredient supplier with broad product portfolio across ruminant, poultry and pet food categories. Comparable at the ingredient/formulated-feed layer where Desialis' dehydrated forage products serve the same compounders.
• Purina (Nestlé) Animal Nutrition: Global animal nutrition and pet food brand with focus on equine, livestock and pet food markets. Overlaps with Desialis in equine forage products and in the premium pet food fiber segment (RUMILUZ LABEL / DESIAPPLE).
• Al Dahra (Al Dahra Agriculture): Global agribusiness with a large forage (alfalfa hay, pellets, cubes) trading and production arm serving MENA, Europe and Asia. Operates at much larger scale across the same dehydrated forage categories as Desialis, including export to Middle East markets where Desialis is also active.

Others

• Sun(des)hy / Luzéal / Capdéa cooperatives: The same cooperative dehydration shareholders behind Desialis (Luzéal, Sundéshy, Capdéa) also operate industrial plants in the same French dehydrated forage value chain. They are upstream partners and partial competitors in dehydrated alfalfa supply.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/desialis

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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