How do we apply technology, continuous improvement, and circular economy?
Innovation in the pork sector goes beyond digital tools. It means producing more efficiently, better use of resources, , improving farm biosecurity, boosting animal welfare, reducing environmental footprints, and creating modern opportunities in rural areas.
Key Data
€125–150m
Annual R&D&I Investment
Investment aimed at improving processes, efficiency, sustainability and competitiveness
Smart Water
Management
Reducing, reusing and better managing an essential resource for production
Energy
Efficiency
Reducing power consumption and transitioning toward renewable energy self-use.
Pharma & Cosmetic
Applications
Exploring new uses for selected by-products across other industries.
CIRCULAR ECONOMY
Innovation in the pork sector goes beyond digital tools. It means producing more efficiently, better use of resources, improving farm biosecurity, boosting animal welfare, reducing environmental footprints, and creating modern opportunities in rural areas.
These circular initiatives offer a potential value creation of up to €1bn for the sector, alongside notable reductions in carbon and water footprints through green investments, partnerships, and supportive regional policy.