Schils B.V., established in 1926 and headquartered in Sittard, the Netherlands, is a global leader in the development and production of high-quality animal nutrition products, with a specialized focus on young animal feed. As part of the international VanDrie Group — the world’s largest veal producer — Schils benefits from vertically integrated supply chains, ensuring consistent quality, traceability, and sustainability across its product lines.
Core Business and Offerings
Schils B.V. specializes in formulating and manufacturing nutritional products for young animals such as calves, piglets, lambs, and goat kids. Its product portfolio includes:
- Calf Milk Replacers (Eurolac, Novilac)
- Piglet Milk Replacers (Pigipro)
- Lamb Milk Replacers (Novilam)
- Dairy Concentrates (Protilac, Energylac)
- Health Supplements (AS-Secure, Turbo Colostrum)
- Protected Fat Powders (Calcium soaps, Hydrogenated fats)
- Medium Chain Fatty Acids (LipiVita, LipiBiotic)
- Protected Amino Acids (LipiPro-A)
These products are designed to improve animal performance, enhance immunity, and ensure healthy development, particularly in the early stages of life when nutrition is most critical.
Specialization and Unique Strengths
What sets Schils apart is its deep integration within the VanDrie Group’s chain, enabling tight control over sourcing, production, and logistics. The company invests significantly in R&D and cooperates with leading research institutions and universities to create science-backed formulations. Schils’ production facilities adhere to the highest European feed safety standards, including GMP+ and HACCP certifications.
Key strengths include:
- Custom formulation for clients globally based on regional farming practices
- Use of spray drying technology to produce easily digestible and soluble products
- In-house research and farm trials to validate performance efficacy
- Emphasis on gut health and immune system support through products fortified with probiotics, prebiotics, and medium-chain fatty acids
Financial & Operational Scale
As a subsidiary of the VanDrie Group, which reported revenues exceeding €2.75 billion in 2022, Schils benefits from strong financial backing and operational synergies. The company operates in over 75 countries across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America.
Export & Shipment Records
According to international trade data platforms such as Volza and ImportYeti, Schils B.V. has conducted over 5,000 international shipments in the past five years, with major export destinations including China, Vietnam, Turkey, Egypt, and Brazil. The company frequently ships large-volume container loads of milk replacers and fat powders to distributors, commercial farms, and feed integrators.
Recent shipment data highlights:
- India: Over 200 shipments between 2019–2023
- Vietnam: Average monthly shipment volume of 40–50 tons
- Middle East Region: 800+ shipments in the last 3 years, with consistent volumes to Egypt and Saudi Arabia
Market & Customer Base
Schils serves a broad customer base that includes:
- Multinational feed manufacturers
- Dairy farms
- Pig and lamb rearing facilities
- Agricultural cooperatives
- Veterinary service providers
The company’s solutions cater to both high-tech farming operations in Europe and traditional smallholder farms in emerging markets, positioning Schils as a versatile and adaptable supplier.
Capabilities
- Modern Manufacturing: Automated production lines with high spray-drying capacity
- Global Logistics Network: Export-ready packaging and documentation for smooth customs clearance
- Technical Support Team: On-site advisory and remote support for implementation of feeding programs
- R&D Facilities: In-house and collaborative research projects with universities in the Netherlands and Germany
Certifications and Compliance
Schils maintains rigorous quality assurance systems. Key certifications include:
- GMP+ FSA (Feed Safety Assurance)
- HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points)
- SecureFeed membership for transparency and compliance within the Dutch livestock chain
- Compliance with FAMI-QS and EU feed regulations
Testimonials
"Schils products have greatly improved our calf growth rates. Their technical team helped us customize a feeding protocol that reduced mortality and improved weaning weight by 12%."
— Dairy Farm Owner, Uttar Pradesh, India
"Pigipro is one of the most digestible piglet milk replacers we have used. The solubility and palatability are excellent."
— Senior Nutritionist, Animal Feed Distributor, Turkey
Recognitions and Partnerships
- Long-standing partner with Wageningen University & Research
- Member of the Netherlands Feed Industry Association (Nevedi)
- Recognized for sustainability practices in VanDrie Group CSR Reports
With nearly a century of expertise, scientific innovation, and a proven export track record, Schils B.V. stands out as a trusted global leader in young animal nutrition, committed to improving animal health and farm profitability across continents.