SÃO PAULO, BRAZIL — JBS SA recently confirmed that it would invest more than 570 million reais ($117 million) to build three new feed factories in Santo Inácio and Itaiópolis, Seberi, which are all situated in the southern part of Brazil.

The Brazilian meat processor and multinational food company said the investments are focused on adapting the supply of inputs to Seara’s current production capacity, which grew significantly over recent years. Seara is part of the Brazilian poultry unit for JBS. 

With the completion of the factories, JBS expects an increase of more than 1 million tonnes per year in Seara’s feed production. Additionally, the feed factories will help strengthen JBS’s production capacity for poultry and pork segments by creating more than 300 jobs.

“The new factories are equipped with the most modern automation and have the highest technology available for the production of inputs,"  said João Campos, president of Seara. "These investments demonstrate our continuous effort to expand our production capacity. By strengthening our presence in these cities, we reinforce our commitment to the socioeconomic development of the regions in which we operate.”

JBS detailed that it would make an investment of 145 million reais ($29.62 million) for the new Santo Inácio plant, which was built on an area of 11,300 square meters and will create 80 new jobs. The company said it will have the necessary inputs to feed the processing capacity in the three cities in the state of Paraná.

Next, JBS explained how it would invest 194 million reais ($39.58 million) into its Itaiópolis facility with the construction of two factories built on 13,800 square meters. The company said it would supply more than 200 integrated producers and more than 300 poultry farms. 

The second building will be a premix factory concentrating on vitamins and minerals necessary for animal nutrition. Seara said it would be able to prioritize a pre-mix offer that is acquired from a third-party supplier right now. More than 120 jobs will be created for the two plants.

Finally, the Seberi facility will see an investment of 230 million reais ($46.92 million) and will be set up to optimize deliveries and reduce logistical costs. JBS expects to create up to 110 jobs.

São Paulo-based JBS is present in more than 20 countries, offering options ranging from fresh and frozen meats to prepared meals through commercial brands. The company also operates related businesses such as leather, biodiesel, collagen, natural casings for cold cuts, hygiene and cleaning, metal packaging, transportation, and solid waste management.