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Aviagen – Breeding Success Together Aviagen® is more than just a leading poultry breeding company. Our mission is to nourish communities worldwide with affordable, sustainable chicken protein. We achieve this goal by “Breeding Success Together” with the world’s poultry producers and all stakeholders in the global poultry supply chain. Our robust breeding stock is carefully bred for performance, welfare and sustainability. Over the decades, our innovative breeding techniques have resulted in a steady improvement in these traits. Our breeding innovations have enhanced feed efficiency, making commercial chicken production both environmentally responsible and economically viable for farmers. And, they have continuously improved the health and well-being of our birds. Recognizing the varied needs of poultry producers worldwide, we offer a diverse portfolio of breeding stock, under the Arbor Acres®, Indian River®, and Ross® brand names, as well as the Rowan Range® and Specialty Males® for niche market needs. Aviagen is committed to ensuring food safety and security. That’s why biosecurity is paramount in our operations, safeguarding our customers' supply and preventing pathogens from entering the food chain. With pedigree breeding programs in the US and UK and supply bases across six continents, we maintain a stable supply of high-quality breeding stock. Headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama, US, with operations across the UK, Europe, Turkey, Latin America, India, Australia, New Zealand and the US, and joint ventures in Asia, Aviagen is truly a global organization. Our more than 8,000 dedicated professionals provide a local touch, serving our customers in 100 countries. We're committed to supporting their success in offering a reliable food source for today and generations to come. For job openings, visit www.aviagencareers.com

Over 30 years ago, Silver Hills began with friendship and a shared a belief in the incredible power of sprouted bread. Our founding mission to empower, educate, and inspire people to live healthier lives hasn’t changed since 1989—nor has our belief that investing in your own health is the greatest gift you can give someone. Because when you’re healthy, you have more to share. Today, Silver Hills is a thriving family-owned, family-run business, manufacturing and marketing Silver Hills Bakery, Little Northern Bakehouse, and The Grain Escape, as well as operating our Abbotsford retail store and bakery, The Sprouted Oven. We’re committed to making the best tasting, most nourishing, plant-powerful products possible. Across all our brands, our products are plant-based and non-GMO, the way food is meant to be. OUR BRANDS Silver Hills Bakery: Healthy whole grains. Sprouted. Sprouting unlocks better-for-you nutrition that’s easier to digest and gives you steady energy to fuel your full life—that’s why sprouted whole grains are the first ingredient in Silver Hills Bakery breads, buns, and bagels! Little Northern Bakehouse: The joy of the real thing. Deliciously gluten-free. Experience the joy of the real thing in every bite! From wide slice breads, to buns, bagels, and pizza crusts, Little Northern Bakehouse allergy-friendly baked goods are never short on one thing—real taste and texture you’ll love! The Grain Escape: Grain-free, gluten-free goodness. We want everyone to enjoy the pleasure of eating great baked goods. Crafted for sensitive tummies, The Grain Escape grain-free, gluten-free, low FODMAP breads, buns, and bagels taste, smell, feel, and behave like the real deal. Sprouted Oven: Two bakeries, one perfect pantry. Pull up a chair at our Abbotsford bakery for delicious, fresh and wholesome sweet and savoury plant-based treats baked in our sprouted wheat bakery or our gluten-free bakery. Then peruse our perfect pantry.

Big Dutchman is considered the world’s leading supplier of equipment and feeding systems for modern pig and poultry production. The family enterprise’s range of products includes traditional systems and computer-controlled feeding facilities as well as equipment for climate control, air cleaning and energy supply. The scope of services ranges from small to large, fully integrated turn-key farms. Big Dutchman provides customers with all options – from planning to commissioning. State-of-the-art systems for insect farming and high-tech greenhouses complete the product range. The Big Dutchman history dates back to 1938, when the company founders invented the world’s first automatic chain feeder in the USA. Today, the company headquarters are located in Vechta, Germany, where 850 of the around 3,400 employees worldwide work. The reliable systems can be found across all five continents and in more than 100 countries.