What GARANT Qualitätsfutter does

GARANT Qualitätsfutter (legal entity: Garant-Tiernahrung Gesellschaft m.b.H.) is Austria's largest compound feed manufacturer, producing livestock feed at seven production centers located in Aschach an der Donau, Graz, Pöchlarn (headquarters), Innsbruck, Hall in Tirol, Klagenfurt, and Salzburg. Founded in the early 1960s and operating as a private limited liability company, GARANT is 99.99% owned by RWA International Holding GmbH (with 0.01% held by RWA Invest GmbH), placing it firmly within the RWA/Raiffeisen Ware Austria cooperative ecosystem.

The core product platform is compound (mixed) feed manufactured through hydrothermal processing using Expander and Extruder technology, which renders raw materials germ-free via pressure and temperature treatment while improving nutrient digestibility, bioavailability, and palatability. The portfolio is organized by species (cattle, swine, poultry, sheep & goats, small animals, alpacas) and includes silage additives under the LagroSIL brand, professional hygiene solutions under the Desintec brand (notably FloorCal pH12 hygienic lime), and certified organic feed under the ALPENKORN brand. GARANT was an industry pioneer in obtaining ISO 9001, HACCP, and GMP+ certifications. Related RWA group brands — AQUA GARANT (fish feed), PEGUS (horse feed), and TROPHY (wildlife feed) — extend the addressable surface across specialty animal segments.

GARANT monetizes through B2B sales of feed and adjacent products to Austrian livestock farmers, with distribution handled primarily through the Lagerhaus (Raiffeisen cooperative) network's 1,000+ sales points nationwide and complemented by a field sales force of regional feeding consultants (Gebietsleiter:innen) who provide on-farm customized feeding concepts. Pricing is quote-based, set per transaction through consultants and the OnFarming e-commerce platform. Customer segments include dairy farms (including AMS/automated milking system operations), beef cattle fattening, swine production, poultry operations, certified organic farms, sheep and goat farms, and specialty livestock — making the customer base broad, mid-market, and largely domestic.

Name

GARANT Qualitätsfutter

Legal name

Garant-Tiernahrung Gesellschaft m.b.H.

Website

https://garant.co.at

Company type

Private

Founded year

1954

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

GARANT Qualitätsfutter is Austria's largest compound feed manufacturer, producing species-specific livestock feed at seven domestic production centers and distributing through the Lagerhaus cooperative's 1,000+ Austrian sales points to dairy, swine, poultry, beef, and organic farms.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Animal Feed Manufacturing

NAICS

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

SIC

Agricultural Prod-Livestock & Animal Specialties (200)

akta.pro primary industry

Livestock & Poultry Nutrition (Feed & Premixes) (HLAMAHAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Pelleted & Crumbled Feed Manufacturing (AFADAIAD), Specialty Diet Formulation (starter/finisher, transition diets, heat-stress, high-forage, low-starch) (AFADAMAJ), Forage Preservation & Additives (Silage Inoculants, Preservatives) (AFADAHAI), Non-Antibiotic Health & Performance Supplements (Immune, Gut Health, Stress/Heat Support) (AFADALAO), Carrier Systems & Microencapsulated Additive Premixes (Protected Nutrients, Slow-Release) (AFADAGAN)

Keywords

• Compound feed manufacturing
• Animal nutrition products
• Livestock feed solutions
• Silage additives
• Stable hygiene products

Headquarters

HQ city

Pöchlarn

HQ country

Austria

HQ region

Europe

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Compound Feed Sales: GARANT generates revenue primarily through the sale of compound feeds and premixes for livestock including cattle, pigs, poultry, sheep, goats, small animals, and alpacas. Sales are conducted through the Lagerhaus (Raiffeisen cooperative) distribution network with over 1,000 sales points across Austria and direct field sales consulting.
2. Silage Additives (LagroSIL): Sale of silage additives including lactic acid bacteria products (MS Forte, MS Plus, MS Stabil), pH-liquid, pH-Granulat, and MS Stabil for improving silage fermentation and preventing reheating.
3. Hygiene Products (Desintec): Sale of Desintec professional hygiene products including FloorCal pH12 hygienic lime for stable hygiene, Desinfloor stone meal, and powder applicators for pathogen reduction.
4. BIO/Organic Feed (ALPENKORN): Specialized organic feed products under the ALPENKORN brand for organic farming operations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

GARANT Qualitätsfutter manufactures compound feed (Mischfutter) at seven production centers across Austria for cattle, pigs, poultry, sheep, goats, small animals, and alpacas. Production uses Expander and Extruder hydrothermal processing to deliver germ-free, dust-free, species-specific pellets with high nutrient digestibility. The portfolio also includes LagroSIL silage additives, Desintec professional hygiene products (e.g., FloorCal pH12), TMR-Frisch mixed-ration protection, and ALPENKORN organic feed, sold through the Lagerhaus cooperative network and direct field consulting.

Product overview

GARANT Qualitätsfutter is Austria's largest compound feed manufacturer, offering a diverse portfolio of animal feed products and related services. The core offering consists of mixed feed (Mischfutter) manufactured at seven production centers across Austria (Aschach an der Donau, Graz, Pöchlarn, Innsbruck, Hall in Tirol, Klagenfurt, and Salzburg). The product range includes specialized feeds organized by animal category: cattle (Rind), pigs (Schwein), poultry (Geflügel), sheep & goats (Schaf & Ziege), small animals, and alpacas. Supporting product lines include the LagroSIL brand for silage additives, Desintec professional hygiene products, TMR-Frisch for total mixed ration protection, and BIO-feed under the ALPENKORN brand for organic farming. Products are distributed through over 1000 Lagerhaus sales locations throughout Austria, supported by on-farm feeding consultation services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• LagroSIL: Silage additives and preservation products for feed and grain, including products for grass and corn silage
• Desintec
• ALPENKORN

Products and services

• Cattle Feed (Rind) Species-specific compound feed for cattle covering calves (Kälber), dairy cattle (Milchvieh), and cattle fattening (Rindermast), including specialized feed for automated milking systems (AMS). Produced with hydrothermal processing for germ-free, dust-free, highly palatable pellets. Sold to Austrian dairy and beef farms.
• Pig Feed (Schwein) Complete compound feed for piglets (Ferkel), breeding pigs (Zuchtschweine), and fattening pigs (Mastschweine). Includes the new 'Next' breeding sow feed line launched in May 2026. Sold to Austrian pig and swine operations.
• Poultry Feed (Geflügel) Species-specific compound feed for chickens (Hühner), turkeys (Puten), geese & ducks (Gänse & Enten), breed & ornamental poultry (Rasse- & Ziergeflügel), and wild poultry (Wildgeflügel). Sold to Austrian poultry farms.
• Sheep & Goat Feed (Schaf & Ziege) Feed for dairy sheep (Milchschafe), dairy goats (Milchziegen), and lamb fattening (Lämmermast). Sold to Austrian sheep and goat farms.
• Organic Feed (ALPENKORN BIO-Futter) Organic animal feed certified under EU Regulation 2018/848, marketed under the ALPENKORN brand for certified organic farming operations across multiple species.
• Small Animal Feed (Kleintiere & Alpaka) Feed for rabbits (Kaninchen) and llamas/alpacas (Lamas und Alpakas), addressing species-specific nutritional requirements for small animals and camelids.
• Desintec Hygiene Products Professional hygiene solutions under the Desintec brand covering stall hygiene, water hygiene, milk hygiene, and pest control for agricultural operations.
• LagroSIL Silage Additives Silage additives and conservation products for feed and grain, including LagroSIL pH-liquid, LagroSIL pH-Granulat, LagroSIL MS Stabil, LagroSIL MS Forte, and LagroSIL MS Plus for grass and corn silage. Supports optimal fermentation and stability after silo opening.
• TMR-Frisch Product to protect total mixed rations (TMR) from reheating and spoilage, effective against yeasts and mold fungi. Available in 25kg powder bags with recommended dosage of 0.6-1.2 kg per ton of fresh mass. Targets dairy and livestock farms using mixed feeding systems.
• Desintec FloorCal pH12 Hygienic lime for walking and lying surfaces with pH value of 12.5 for pathogen reduction including Mortellaro and E.coli. Available in bags, big-bags, and bulk. Approved for organic production under EU Regulation 2018/848 (AT-BIO-301).
• GeflügelStarter Complete feed for chicks of all poultry species, including broilers, layers, turkeys, ducks, and geese. Highlighted as the May 2026 monthly product of the month.
• AQUA Catch Corn Fishing and bait fish feed from Austria, marketed under the AQUA GARANT brand for carp and other game fish.
• Vitamin Plus Vitamin supplement (WirkstoffErgänzer) for all animal species. Highlighted as the February 2026 monthly product of the month.
• Kalvit AminoProtect Full milk enhancer (Vollmilchaufwerter) for calf raising and upbringing. Highlighted as the January 2026 monthly product of the month.
• Zuchtsauenfutter-Linie 'Next' New breeding sow feed line launched in May 2026, specifically designed for pig breeding operations to support sow productivity and breeding outcomes.

Quantifiable outcome

• Heat stress reduction through targeted feeding strategies
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core, moderate and minor.

• RWA (Raiffeisen Ware Austria)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRWA is the parent company holding 99.99% of GARANT. The Lagerhaus cooperative network (part of RWA ecosystem) serves as the primary distribution channel with over 1,000 sales points. GARANT is part of the RWA Group compliance system and operates under RWA's code of conduct (Verhaltenskodex).
• Lagerhaus (Raiffeisen Agricultural Cooperatives)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLagerhaus is described as 'das beste Vertriebsnetz Österreichs' (the best distribution network in Austria). Over 1,000 sales points through Lagerhaus ensure nationwide coverage and rapid availability for farm customers. Products are available at local Lagerhaus locations with short travel distances for farmers.
• Scientific Research InstitutionsmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerGARANT collaborates with scientific institutions for rapid implementation of research findings for needs-based animal nutrition and development of practical solutions for sustainable, animal welfare-oriented production.
• Other RWA Group Brands (AQUA Garant, PEGUS Horse Feed, TROPHY Wildfutter)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRelated brands within the GARANT portfolio accessible through the same website: AQUA Garant (fishing feed), PEGUS Horse Feed (horse feed), TROPHY Wildfutter (game/wildlife feed), ALPENKORN (organic feed), LagroSIL (silage additives), Desintec (hygiene products). Cross-selling opportunities through common distribution.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• ForFarmers: Dutch-listed European compound feed manufacturer serving cattle, pig, and poultry farmers across the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, and the UK with Total Feed solutions and on-farm advisory. Closely comparable business model (compound feed plus consulting) at larger geographic scale, making it a relevant benchmark for GARANT's growth ceiling.
• De Heus Animal Nutrition: Dutch family-owned compound feed and premix producer with operations across Europe, Asia, and Africa, supplying farmers and integrators with species-specific nutrition. Direct peer to GARANT in compound feed and premixes for cattle, pigs, and poultry, with stronger international expansion as a contrast point.
• Deutsche Tiernahrung Cremer: One of Germany's largest private compound feed manufacturers, producing pig, cattle, and poultry feed across multiple mills with a similar field-sales and cooperative-distribution model. Directly comparable to GARANT in species coverage, premix/compound feed structure, and Central European livestock customer base.

Broad incumbents

• Cargill Animal Nutrition: Global commodity and animal nutrition giant offering compound feed, premixes, and digital farming tools across all major livestock species. Comparable to GARANT in core feed manufacturing and species coverage, but operates as a broad incumbent with multinational scale rather than a domestic specialist.
• ADM Animal Nutrition: Global agribusiness with a substantial animal nutrition segment offering complete feeds, premixes, and additives for livestock and aquaculture. Competes with GARANT on the same species categories but at much larger scale and broader portfolio, including commodity trading integration.
• AGRAVIS Raiffeisen: German agricultural cooperative and Raiffeisen counterpart of RWA, with a sizeable compound feed and agricultural inputs business alongside grain, agronomy, and energy. Highly relevant peer through its parallel cooperative structure, feed milling footprint, and similar Austrian/German farmer customer base.

Regional players

• BioMar: Global aquaculture feed manufacturer with a strong Northern European footprint and a portfolio of high-performance fish feeds. Comparable to GARANT via the AQUA Garant aquafeed brand, with relevant overlap in feed technology and species-specific formulation, though GARANT's aquaculture line is small.
• Skretting: World-leading aquafeed producer (Nutreco subsidiary) supplying salmon, trout, and warm-water species with functional and sustainable feeds. Directly comparable to GARANT's AQUA Garant fishing-feed business in product category, and a benchmark for where GARANT could expand its aquaculture line.
• Hauptgenossenschaft Nord (HGK): Northern German agricultural cooperative group operating compound feed production and distribution through its own retail network. Relevant peer in cooperative-channel compound feed distribution and species coverage, though geographically focused on northern Germany rather than Austria.

Emerging players

• Josera (from EW Nutrition): German pet food and specialty livestock feed manufacturer offering premium branded products with similar species-specific formulations and on-farm consulting. Comparable to GARANT in product formulation and premium positioning, with overlap in small-animal and farm segments.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights1 record

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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