INVE BELGIE

What INVE BELGIE does

INVE BELGIË NV is a Belgian B2B animal nutrition company headquartered in Baasrode, Belgium (Oeverstraat 7), serving the European livestock feed sector. The firm was originally established in the mid-1980s as one of the first subsidiaries of the INVE group and became independent in February 2009 via a management buy-out. With 18 employees, the company focuses exclusively on specialized nutritional products across four primary animal segments: pigs (the largest category), cattle (dairy, beef, calves, goats, and sheep), poultry (broilers, layers, turkeys, breeders), and horses. INVE België operates a sales-led model, deploying technical sales representatives that deliver customer-specific formulations and on-farm nutritional advice.

The product portfolio is concentrated in nutritionally high-quality specialties: piglet pre-starters, concentrates, premixes, feed additives, and nutritional ingredients. The flagship proprietary platform is the ZOOM Prestarter Gamma, produced on a dedicated, fully separated production line completed in 2012 that prevents cross-contamination and enables use of critical raw materials such as blood plasma and fish oil; ZOOM is offered in plasma-based, plant-based, and highly palatable variants across mash, pellet, strucs (micro-pellets), and combination formats. A second differentiated concept is FAST (For Active Stimulation of Tract), an early-feeding concept for day-old chicks. Other notable proprietary items include INVE Laura Fit (glycerol monolaurate/lauric acid antimicrobial blend active against Gram+ bacteria), AlphaSoy 530 (enzymatically thermo-mechanically treated soy protein), HEATSTOP heat-stress supplements (for monogastrics and cattle), FERTIBOOST and METABOOST (sow fertility and metabolic support), DHA oil for horses, and Sprayfo calf milk replacers.

Revenue is generated primarily through direct B2B sales to European livestock farmers and feed producers, with no public pricing and customer-specific quotations based on formulations and volumes. Products are manufactured at the Baasrode facility and shipped without intermediary distribution. The company combines direct product sales with a service layer that includes raw-material and feed analyses, veterinary consultation, and regulatory guidance. Innovation is sustained via an in-house R&D team cooperating with research institutes and universities, supported by pilot farms for practical validation of new concepts. Industry positioning is reinforced through membership in the Belgian Feed Association (BFA), Ovocom, Synagra, and compliance with the Federal Agency for the Safety of the Food Chain (FAVV/AFSCA). The multilingual corporate website (Dutch, English, French) constitutes the primary digital presence.

Name

INVE BELGIE

Legal name

INVE BELGIË NV

Website

https://invebelgie.be

Company type

Private

Founded year

1985

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

INVE België NV is a Belgian B2B animal nutrition company selling specialized feed products—piglet pre-starters, concentrates, premixes, additives, and nutritional ingredients—to European livestock farmers across the pig, cattle, poultry, and horse sectors through direct technical sales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Animal Feed and Nutrition

NAICS

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

SIC

Food And Kindred Products (2000)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Specialty Diet Formulation (starter/finisher, transition diets, heat-stress, high-forage, low-starch) (AFADAMAJ), Swine Feed Concentrates & Protein Supplements (AFADABAH), Complete Equine Feeds (Pelleted/Extruded/Textured) (AFADAEAA)

Keywords

• Animal nutrition
• Livestock feed supplements
• Piglet pre-starters
• Feed premixes
• Animal feed additives

Headquarters

HQ city

Baasrode

HQ country

Belgium

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Animal Feed Products: INVE België NV generates revenue through the sale of specialized animal nutrition products including piglet pre-starters, concentrates, premixes, additives, and nutritional ingredients. Products are characterized as nutritionally high-quality specialties adapted to specific customer needs. The company produces both standard specialty products and customer-specific formulations.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

INVE België NV manufactures and sells specialized animal nutrition products for the European feed sector, including piglet pre-starters, concentrates, premixes, feed additives, and nutritional ingredients for pigs, cattle, poultry, and horses. The company produces both standard specialty products and customer-specific formulations developed in consultation with its in-house team of engineers and veterinarians.

Product overview

INVE Belgium NV is an animal feed company offering a comprehensive portfolio of nutritionally high-quality specialty products for the European animal feed sector. The product range includes piglets (pre-)starters (ZOOM, Nuklospray), concentrates, premixes for pigs/poultry/ruminants, feed additives (FERTIBOOST, METABOOST, HEATSTOP, BAYA-100, Laura Fit), nutritional ingredients (INVE DHA Oil, AlphaSoy, Jodobet L30, INVE FAT), calf milk replacers (Sprayfo Blauw/Royal/Vitesse), hygiene products (Stalosan F), and equipment (INVE Feeder). The company specializes in early feeding solutions for piglets and day-old chicks, with products adapted to specific customer needs. Ruminant products include Dry Cow, Combifat, Bovimax Boost, and various fertility/hoof health supplements. All products are characterized as nutritionally high-quality specialties tailored to specific customer requirements.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ZOOM Prestarter Feed Range A comprehensive pre-starter feed product range for piglets produced on a separated production line with high-quality raw materials; variants include ZOOM PLASMA, ZOOM NATUR PLUS, ZOOM DELICE, ZOOM M&K, and ZOOM SAFE, available in mash, pellet, strucs (micro-pellet), and mash/pellet combination forms.
• INVE FERTIBOOST Complementary feed for sows around weaning that promotes follicular maturation, improves fertility, stimulates feed intake, and provides quickly available energy.
• INVE METABOOST Complementary feed for high-producing sows with liver problems, poor appetite, and for supporting metabolism.
• INVE HEATSTOP Complementary feed composed of anhydrous betaine, electrolytes, antioxidants and vitamins for pigs and poultry to manage heat stress.
• Heatstop Cattle Balanced complementary feed for cattle during periods of heat stress, focusing on physiological and nutritional stability.
• INVE DHA Oil Fish oil concentrated in long-chain omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA for immune system, inflammation, reproduction, heart, brain, and nervous system support.
• INVE DHA Oil Deodorized Deodorized fish oil for horses rich in omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA for improved endurance, reduced inflammation, and improved sperm quality.
• BAYA-100 Natural antioxidant based on polyphenols from red fruit seeds, suitable for horses, ruminants, pigs, and poultry to reduce oxidative stress.
• INVE Laura Fit Mixture of glycerol monolaurate and lauric acid on carrier for piglets, finishing pigs, and poultry with strong antimicrobial activity against Streptococci and Clostridia.
• INVE Worp Complementary feed for sows around farrowing (from 7 days before to 5 days after farrowing) with laxative properties, energy support, and calcium provision for easier birth and heavier, more vital piglets.
• INVE Strong Feet Prevention of hoof and leg problems in sows, gilts, piglets, and finishing pigs with stronger bones, healthy joints, and improved blood circulation.
• INVE Dry Cow Mineral complementary feed for cattle to prevent problems around calving and during lactation including milk fever, metritis, mastitis, and liver disease.
• INVE FAT 99M Rumen-stable fat powder for ruminants composed of refined, hardened palm fat (99.5%), also suitable as energy concentrate for pigs.
• INVE FAT 99L Rumen-stable fat powder for high-producing cattle composed of hydrogenated hardened vegetable palm fat.
• INVE Combifat Concentrate with high rate of fat and protein containing bypass fats for increased milk production and improved Average Daily Gain in fattening young bulls.
• Bovimax Boost Complementary feed to optimize digestion and ruminal health in cattle, improving ruminal fermentation with less risk of acidosis.
• Detoxyl Plus Complementary feed for cattle combining high-quality raw materials, minerals, vitamins and additives to detoxify the liver, promote intestinal functions and stimulate food consumption.
• Fertility Plus Complementary feed to improve fertility of cattle by increasing sperm production and mobility and enhancing disease resistance.
• INVE Happy Feet Complementary feed for pigs with lameness containing extra vitamins and minerals to strengthen legs and promote claw recovery.
• Hoof Stronger Complementary feed for ruminants to support bone development and healthy hooves with phosphorus, calcium, magnesium, vitamin D3, biotin, and organic copper, zinc and manganese.
• Inve Anticel Complementary feed to prevent high cell count of milk in cattle with organic selenium, zinc chelate, vitamin E, and vitamin C.
• Anitop Plus Complementary feed to prepare dry cows for good calving, reducing risk of milk fever, metritis, and placental retention.
• Stalosan F Powerful hygiene powder for binding water and urea, reducing ammonia and hydrogen sulfide emissions, with light deodorizing effect and microbial contamination reduction for cattle, poultry, and pigs.
• FAST Early Feeding Concept Early feeding concept (For Active Stimulation of Tract) for one-day-old chicks focusing on enhancing feed intake and stimulating intestinal tract development using highly digestible proteins, carbohydrates, fibers, and immunity-supporting additives.
• HydraHeat Drinking water supplement with electrolytes and vitamins for poultry to support birds in case of heat stress and dehydration.
• ImBoost Water-soluble supplement based on plant extracts, vitamin C and zinc with proven effects on immunity in poultry.
• Intech Vegemul 100% plant-based emulsifier to improve fat digestibility in animal diets, resulting in improved growth and better uniformity in weaned piglets.
• Premix and Mineral Mixtures for Ruminants Tailor-made premixes and mineral mixtures for ruminants available in powder and coarse form, with professional advice on ration formulation.
• Premix for Pigs Tailor-made premixes for the pig sector with professional advice on feed formulation.
• Premix for Poultry Tailor-made premixes for the poultry sector with professional advice on feed formulation.
• Boar Vital Complementary feed for boars to improve fertility and performance.
• INVE Feeder Feeder suitable for groups of 35-40 piglets weighing 5-30 kg with adjustable design and 4 nipples; piglets fed with INVE Feeder average +1350g higher weight at end of growing period.
• INVE Entofit Complementary feed with mixture of fatty acids and coated organic acids to support stable and balanced intestinal flora in growing pigs.
• INVE CL-EAR Complementary feed with selected botanicals to prevent ear necrosis through anti-coagulating effect and vasodilatation.
• Flor-Inn Complementary feed for sows to increase milk production, improve milk quality, increase energy metabolism efficiency, and improve oestrus and litter size.
• Vitabro C Complementary feed containing beta carotene and vitamins to prevent estrus and heat-related problems in sows.
• AlphaSoy 530 High-quality soy protein source produced through enzymatic thermo-mechanical treatment to improve nutrient digestibility and reduce anti-nutritional factors, suitable for pre-starters and starters for young piglets and broiler chicks.
• Jodobet L30 Liquid betaine source of natural origin, standardized to minimum 30% betaine, functioning as methyl group donor, osmoprotectant, and anti-stress factor.
• INVE Detoxyl Pig Complementary feed for pigs, cattle and sheep to stimulate appetite, support digestion, protect liver, and support metabolism in case of mycotoxin contamination.
• Nuklospray Yoghurt Additional feed from day 1 after birth developed to meet nutritional requirements of newborn piglets, stimulating total feed intake and helping develop the digestive system.
• Sprayfo Blauw Calf milk replacer with proven results and optimal yield, featuring strong start, reliable quality, good growth, and successful calf rearing.
• Sprayfo Royal Calf milk replacer specially developed for rearing of white-blue Belgian (BWB) calves with high milk protein content containing 50% skimmed milk powder.
• Sprayfo Vitesse Calf milk replacer guaranteeing safe and healthy calf rearing with optimal safety, antibodies against E.coli, Salmonella and rota/coronavirus, containing 30% skimmed milk powder.
• Stabilor Mineral with very high buffer capacity to prevent rumen acidosis, containing ingredients with optimal buffer power and various particle sizes effective at different pH levels.

Quantifiable outcome

• Financial loss from lameness estimated at 30-40 euros per sow present (1 in 6 sows removed due to leg/claw problems)
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Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature4 records

Partnerships

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

• Belgian Feed Association (BFA)moderateOthersIndustry association for Belgian feed sector. INVE België maintains membership for industry networking and regulatory compliance.
• OvocommoderateOthersConsultation platform for the animal feed chain (Overlegplatform diervoederkolom). INVE participates in industry discussions and compliance frameworks.
• SynagraminorOthersProfessional association of grain traders (Beroepsvereniging graanhandelaars). Industry membership for market intelligence and supply chain relationships.
• Federal Agency for the Safety of the Food Chain (FAVV/AFSCA)coreOthersRegulatory oversight body for food chain safety in Belgium. INVE operates under regulatory compliance with this agency for feed safety standards.
• Research Institutes and UniversitiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerINVE België cooperates closely with various research institutes and universities for the development of new products and concepts. This partnership enables the company to leverage external research capabilities for product innovation.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights2 records

Direct peers

• Orffa: Belgian-headquartered feed specialty distributor and formulator of premixes, additives, and nutritional ingredients. Direct European regional peer with overlapping premix/additive portfolio.
• Denkavit: Dutch specialist in calf milk replacers and young animal feeds. Directly comparable on Sprayfo-style calf replacer SKUs and early-life piglet nutrition.
• AB Vista: Specialty feed additive company focused on enzymes, gut health, and traceability technologies for swine and poultry. Comparable as a science-led additive specialist competing for the same specialty additive budgets.
• Hamlet Protein: Danish specialist in soy-based protein ingredients for young animal nutrition (piglets, calves, poultry), directly competing with INVE's AlphaSoy 530 and pre-starter range with specialty enzymatic processing.
• Trouw Nutrition (Nutreco): Global specialty animal nutrition division of Nutreco, producing premixes, specialty feeds, and feed additives for livestock and young animals. Directly comparable to INVE België in premix and young-animal nutrition portfolio, though at much larger scale.
• Adisseo (incl. Pancosma & Nutriad): Global feed additives specialist (now part of Bluestar), with Pancosma and Nutriad brands covering palatants, gut health, and specialty additives. INVE België already lists Nutriad/Adisseo as a partner, confirming overlap in feed additive categories.
• Volac: UK-based specialty animal nutrition company with strong position in young animal (calf) milk replacers and forage/feed additives. Comparable in species overlap (cattle) and specialty feeding solutions.

Emerging players

• Borregaard: Norwegian bio-based specialty ingredients supplier with feed-grade lignosulfonates and vanillin antioxidant products. Comparable as a specialty functional ingredient supplier feeding into the same premix/formulation value chain.

Broad incumbents

• Cargill Animal Nutrition: One of the world's largest animal nutrition companies offering premixes, complete feeds, and digital services across all species. Comparable as a broad incumbent serving the same European livestock customers with overlapping capabilities.
• DSM-Firmenich (Animal Nutrition & Health): Global animal nutrition premix, vitamin, and functional additive supplier. Overlaps with INVE's premix and additive portfolio across all served species, though at vastly greater scale and breadth.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat2 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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