Nepluvi: Our exports make chicken fillet affordable in the Netherlands

Every year, the poultry sector generates approximately 5 billion euros in income, of which 3 billion euros comes from exports. This concerns countries within the European Union (EU) and the United Kingdom to Asia and Africa. "The Dutch poultry sector deserves our full attention and appreciation because of its substantial contribution to our economy," Oplaat said in a press release. 'What we do not consume in the EU, such as walking legs, we mainly export to Asian and African countries. In fact, wings and other products are shipped all over the world.' Oplaat emphasizes that the export activities of the Dutch poultry farming sector are essential to guarantee worldwide sales of the products. 'This allows us to ensure that chicken fillet remains affordable in Dutch stores. Moreover, if these exports were to disappear, we would have to destroy these products. Which goes against our sustainability principles," says Oplaat. Employment opportunities The Nepluvi chairman also emphasizes ...