Climate
Society
We aim to contribute towards a better socioeconomic environment by applying innovative solutions to ABPs and ECPs.





We Are a Professional and Responsible Industry
The animal by-products processing industry's established role in the animal-based food value chain and our circular bioeconomy credentials are generally unknown yet we make a significant contribution to society every day and have a great story to tell.
EFPRA members are a significant employer in many rural areas and our industry is economically relevant and viable — with over €3 billion turnover per year — with global markets for our products and blue-chip customers. Our local partners in the value chain who rely on our services employ significantly more, providing vital support to farmers and rural economies. Our valued, skilled staff have excellent career development opportunities and rewarding roles, so staff retention rates are high.
Processing ABP in Europe is a highly regulated industry which operates to the highest standards in the world. Where possible we go beyond compliance with our permits and licences, using modern, reliable, state-of-the-art facilities and technologies to produce our products efficiently and to prevent or minimise emissions to the environment. This ensures we operate within our environmental boundaries, helping protect local watercourses and air quality in harmony with our neighbours.
Our management systems address environmental, quality, health and safety, and energy management aspects. There is wide adoption of accredited systems to recognised international standards, including quality certification of our products such as QS and GMP+ for feed and ISCC PLUS sustainability certification for biofuel.
Key Certifications & Standards
  • QS & GMP+ for animal feed
  • ISCC PLUS sustainability certification for biofuel
  • Environmental management systems
  • Health & safety accreditation
  • Energy management standards
  • International quality frameworks
Sharing Lessons Learned from Health & Safety Incident
"Our industry is highly adaptable to the societal challenges we face."
Promoting Animal Health and Welfare
EFPRA recognises its animal health and welfare responsibilities and we contribute to this through the animal health benefits of our products and disease control. Our supply chain partners also have an important role in providing quality care for livestock and EFPRA is committed to supporting humane animal treatment via feedstuffs, pasture management, handling, transportation and slaughter practices.
We trust and rely on livestock and animal feed producers to adhere to the legal requirements on animal welfare and verification of compliance throughout the value chain. EFPRA strongly supports implementation and enforcement of animal welfare legislation as outlined by the World Organization for Animal Health, the European Commission and its Member States.
Performance & Welfare Benefits of Non-Ruminant PAP in Animal Feed

We close the loop in a Circular Bioeconomy by
providing an additional pathway for utilising
organic materials to create sustainable products.






We Are Innovative and Adapt to Societal Changes
Our resilience and adaptability during the COVID-19 pandemic enabled our ABP collection and processing facilities to remain operational throughout, helping keep the food supply chain running, ensuring food availability on the shelves while guaranteeing animal welfare.
Sustainable Feed Solutions
We continue to provide clear, accurate information on ABP-derived products in animal feed, making a compelling sustainability case for Category 3 animal fats and processed animal proteins (PAP) as alternatives to less sustainable options.
Bio-Aviation Fuel
Animal fats are being utilised in bio-aviation fuel — an emerging sector where we strive for lower impact air travel. By adapting to changes in the animal fats market, we contribute to meeting the growing demand for clean and safe fuels.
Renewable Fuels
By supplying sustainable low-carbon renewable fuels to substitute fossil fuels, we align with the Renewable Energy Directive, working with renewable fuels sector partners to ensure our valuable fats are never wasted.
Heat Recovery from Hides & Skins Processing
Creating Sustainable Products from Porcine Bones
Safeguarding EU Food and Water Supplies & Conserving Native Habitats
Food Security & Self-Sufficiency
By utilising our products back in the supply chain and in other local applications, we help the EU to be more self-sufficient and less dependent on food supplies from further afield. This not only improves our sustainability, it also facilitates more affordable food for our citizens and reduces the risk of food shortages due to the impacts of climate change such as floods and drought.
Water Conservation
Where feasible, our processing plants capture and re-use the water component of the ABP materials processed. State-of-the-art wastewater treatment technologies are used to return purified water back into the environment, making us net savers of water. Our fertiliser products also help to prevent and minimise diffuse phosphorous and nitrogen water pollution.
Protecting Rainforests & Native Habitats
Greater uptake of our products in feed and biofuels can contribute to less demand for non-sustainable soya and palm. This, in turn, can have wider societal benefits by reducing deforestation and land use change in rainforest areas. This will help protect and conserve local habitats and societies, enabling small farmers and family-run businesses to remain in their local native communities alongside the natural environment.
Sustainable Treatment of ABP Processing Wastewater
Solar & Waste Heat Drying of Wastewater Sludge
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