Our organic world by DAVA Foods

Our organic world Product range

Our organic world Scandinavia has spearheaded the movement towards organic farming and organic food in many areas, and eggs have been – and are still – a prominent part of this evolution. At DAVA Foods we warmly welcome this transition towards organic farming; in fact, we aim to ensure that 50 % of our entire production is organic by 2020. Organic production precludes the use of preservatives in many products. At DAVA Foods we have risen to this challenge by introducing innovative technologies, strict control procedures and superior hygiene to ensure that our organic ranges have long shelf lives. Explore our organic range in this brochure and feel free to contact us with any questions or suggestions you may have. We are always interested in expanding the scope of our organic world. Vibeke Breum Høj, Mette Due Andersen & Ivan Noes Jørgensen

Organic egg production ANIMAL WELFARE 路 REGULAR SCREENING VISITS 路 ACTION PLANS

Animal welfare is a crucial aspect of organic farming, and we take this very seriously at DAVA Foods. To ensure animal welfare, we conduct on-site screening visits at our suppliers. In cooperation with business stakeholders we have developed a screening tool that enables us to form a true and realistic picture of the welfare of organic hens. With the help of such screening, supplemented by specific action plans in case of any problems, egg producers can take definite steps to promote the welfare of their flocks. We are confident that screening visits make a difference for organic egg production, and that active, ongoing dialogue with the producers helps safeguard animal welfare and high-quality eggs. The new tools will also help to reduce the risk of future animal welfare problems.

Safe organic eggs Shell egg safety is a key concern for us. Finland, Sweden, and Denmark all apply a zero-tolerance policy on salmonella, and in Denmark you will find the world’s strictest control measures in relation to salmonella. This puts us firmly in the forefront of egg-related health and safety: tests demonstrate that our eggs – including our organic shell eggs – are free from salmonella, and we are confident in our claim that our eggs are the safest in the world. Our business is founded on high food safety and quality – which is not only essential for our customers, but also for breeders, egg producers, and the animals themselves. One of the cornerstones of our business base is the “Farm to Table” quality system, which sets high standards for quality, food safety, production and animal welfare. The system is based on HACCP principles that set rules for food safety from harvest to consumption of the product. So you can be certain that your organic eggs and egg products have been well cared for all the way. Vivi Nielsen, Quality Manager

Production type ORGANIC EGGS

Area

Max 6 hens per m2 of useable area. Max. 3000 hens per flock. 3000 hens per flock only allowed in transition periods.

Useable area

Width min. 30 cm. Max 14 % ground slant. Clearance min. 45 cm. Nesting area is not included in the useable area.

Accessible ground area

Area of ground surface that the hens have unequivocal access to. Clearance min. 45 cm.

Foraging area

Min. 1/3 of the barn's ground surface. Min. 250 cm2 per hen.

Openings to outdoor areas

Min. 4 m2 per hen. Enclosures must be used alternately â&#x20AC;&#x201C; unless the outdoor area is at least 1.5 times larger than the minimum requirement. Shelter against weather and predators has to be provided.

Nests

Max. 7 hens per nest (single nests). Max. 83 hens per m2 nest (shared nests).

Beak trimming

No.

Perches

Min. 18 cm per hen.

Opening to outdoors

Min. 4 m opening per 100 m2 barn area.

Water

Min. 2.5 cm trough per hen or min. 1 cm water distributor per hen or max. 10 hens per nipple or cup and each hen has to have access to min. 2 nipples or cups.

Feed

Min. 10 cm per hen by trough feed. Min. 4 cm per hen by bowl feed. There must be access to roughage feed every day.

Light

Sufficient. Min. 8 hours without artificial lighting.

Air

Good and adequate ventilation without drafts. Max. 25 ppm. NH4.

Noise

Noise must be regulated.

Alarm

No requirements with natural ventilation. Mandatory with mechanical ventilation.

Organic shell eggs ORGANIC EGGS FROM ORGANIC HENS

The table on page 8 outlines the legal requirements for organic egg production in Denmark. At DAVA Foods, we make sure that all suppliers comply fully with these requirements. All Danish organic eggs supplied by DAVA Foods are guaranteed to come from hens that have been bred and reared organically from the time they themselves were eggs.

HEDEGAARD 10 M/L organic eggs EAN no. 5701607583259 Item no.109333

HEDEGAARD 12 S/M organic eggs EAN no. 5701607583402 Item no. 109346

Organic eggs, 30 L EAN no. 5701607583037 Item no. 109720 9

EcoTray: recyclable and reusable A PLASTIC EGG TRAY FOR THE ENVIRONMENTALLY CONSCIOUS CONSUMER

The EcoTray is made of polypropylene (PP05) which is recyclable and approved for contact with food. When developing these PP trays, DAVA Foods created a concept for a potential return system: the customers return the empty trays to the store, just like PET bottles, and the store then returns them to be reused as egg packaging. In order to implement this system, a suitable workflow must be developed in cooperation with the stores. Environmental benefits EcoTray goes in the dishwasher, allowing it to be reused in many different ways; washed and reused at home, recycled, or returned and reused as an egg tray. EcoTray weighs less than standard egg trays and takes up half the space when opened and stacked. The compact, lightweight design also makes transport simpler and more fuel-efficient.

Organic eggs 8 M/L Please contact us for more infomation.

Organic eggs are a delicious and healthy treat for the lunch box or as an afterschool snack.

for smart k ids! Small organic

SNACK EGGS

Healthy snack eggs SMALL EGGS FOR SMART KIDS

Snack eggs are an ideal match for current consumer trends while also offering a healthy supplement to children’s diets. Today’s parents are very aware of their children’s nutritional requirements, and organic food has become a staple of many lunch boxes. DAVA Foods’ organic snack eggs perfectly complement this trend: eggs are a superfood, packed with protein, minerals and vitamins, and the small size of these eggs makes them appealingly bite-sized for the children. The attractive packaging catches the eye of children and adults alike and includes tips and recipes: the eggs are, of course, ideal as boiled treats that can be peeled for a simple on-the-move snack, but they also make excellent additions to salads, wraps, sandwiches, etc.

Organic snack eggs 6 S EAN no. 5701607585024 Item no. 109367 13

We ♥ eggs RECOMMENDED BY THE DANISH ANIMAL WELFARE SOCIETY

The Vi ÆLSKER Æg® (We Love Eggs) concept is aimed at food-conscious consumers who favour organic foods and want to know more about the products they buy. Our Vi ÆLSKER® eggs are produced by farmers who are strongly committed to organic farming and to understanding hen behaviour and well-being. In addition to meeting all the general guidelines for organic egg production, every Vi ÆLSKER® farmer must meet additional requirements to be part of the concept and to carry the label "Recommended by the Animal Welfare Society". Working in close cooperation with the farmers, we strive to ensure the best possible conditions for the hens. For example, we have specific requirements for the design of outdoor areas. During all seasons, the hens must have access to vegetation, crops – and plenty of shelter. The farmers must ensure that the hens feel safe and that there is always something for the hens to do: this helps prevent stress and ensures top-notch animal welfare.

HEDEGAARD VI ÆLSKER® organic eggs 8 M/L EAN no. 5701607584799 Item no. 109348 15

Gaardbo eggs ORGANIC EGGS · MADE WITH CARE

Organic farming has become mainstream, boasting impressive growth rates. This has fostered new organic concepts that take a broader view of what organic farming entails. The Gaardbo brand is one example, and its name was chosen to show that the hens behind the Gaardbo eggs and meats are particularly well looked after. The Gaardbo (literally “Farm Dweller”) is a mythical figure; a little elf or gnome. Scandinavian farmers used to believe that this little creature cared for their animals and children, so it was important to take good care of your Gaardbo. Today, farmers who supply organic eggs and hens for the Gaardbo range must meet additional requirements relating to animal welfare. The Gaardbo soup hens are a new addition to the product range – an excellent way of ensuring that organically reared hens end up on dining tables once their laying days are over.

HEDEGAARD Gaardbo Æg organic eggs 8 M/L EAN no. 5701607584584 Item no.109328

HEDEGAARD Gaardbo soup hen EAN no. 5701607585284 Item no. 9700986 17

Brunch ĂŚg

Organic brunch eggs THE SOCIAL EGG CONCEPT

DAVA Foods conducts consumer research on a regular basis, and the results always reaffirm that a soft-boiled egg to start the day remains a firm favourite. Our brunch range, featuring extra large eggs, lends itself very well to making soft-boiled eggs for weekend brunches. The brunch concept has become ever-more popular in recent decades, offering a relaxed and attractive alternative to the more formal lunches. Eggs are, of course, an important component of brunches – in scrambled eggs, pancake batter etc. Yet few things beat the soft-boiled egg, as is also evident from our website traffic: one of our most popular subjects is “how to boil an egg”. Reflecting this, we have printed a chart of recommended cooking times inside the box. That way, your consumers are well on their way to enjoying perfect, organic soft-boiled eggs.

HEDEGAARD organic brunch eggs 6 L/XL EAN no. 5701607583013 Item no. 109322 19

Organic egg products You will find a wide range of egg products made with organic eggs at DAVA Foods – all of them based on continuous product development and testing. We explore and optimize the functional properties of eggs, such as their whipping ability, emulsifying ability, baking ability, etc. And we use our findings to adjust our products – or create new ones. We may give you products with a longer shelf life, eliminate the need for preservatives, improve production for food manufacturers – or provide products that are more convenient for consumers. Everything we do is based on real needs that we see and hear about among our many different customers. So if you have an idea for an organic product you would like to see, talk to us. We might be able to make that happen, too. Tom Markussen Jensen, Chief Product Developer

High-quality organic products SUPERIOR EGG QUALITY · LONG SHELF LIFE · PLENTY OF CHOICE

Organic egg production has progressed far beyond the shell eggs that were the original focus of the organic consumer trend. These days, consumers and industries demand a much wider range of organic egg products, including bottled egg whites, yolks and whole eggs. At DAVA Foods, our unwavering focus on the quality of our raw material – shell eggs – helps ensure that all our processed organic egg products are of similarly superior stock, and we conduct regular tests to keep quality levels uniformly high. Our sophisticated processes also preserve the various properties of fresh eggs as well as can possibly be done. Shelf life is a particular concern with egg products, not least for the organic varieties where no preservatives can be added. Thanks to measures such as aseptic filling and extremely strict hygiene procedures, the DAVA Foods range of organic egg products offers a shelf life of up to 30 days.

HEDEGAARD organic whole eggs 250 g EAN no. 5701607584652 Item no. 700130

HEDEGAARD organic egg yolks 250 g EAN no. 5701607584737 Item no. 800130

HEDEGAARD organic egg whites 250 g EAN no. 5701607584744 Item no. 900130 23

Organic focus ORGANIC BREEDING 路 ANIMAL WELFARE

Eggs are an important ingredient for food service industries, and organic options are in ever-growing demand. DAVA Foods offers a wide and deep range of eggs and egg products that have been specially adapted to food services and food industries in North and Western Europe. We optimise our production processes to ensure that the functional qualities of the organic eggs are preserved while still killing bacteria. That way, you can be sure of getting the emulsifying ability, baking ability or whipping ability your business requires. The range includes organic pasteurized egg products, boiled eggs, egg powder, semi-finished and finished mixtures. And we also make products to match your specific recipes.

Organic whole eggs Item no. 700130, 250 g Item no. 700118, 1 kg Item no. 700518, 5 kg

Organic egg yolks Item no. 800130, 250 g Item no. 800118, 1 kg Item no. 800518, 5 kg

Organic egg whites Item no. 900130, 250 g Item no. 900118, 1 kg Item no. 900518, 5 kg 25

RICH IN HIGH QUALITY

PROTEIN

ORGANIC GINGER

white™ organic ginger THE NEW ORGANIC PROTEIN SENSATION · FROM PURE EGG WHITES · NEXT GENERATION

white™ is an entirely new kind of protein drink based on pure egg whites. Now available in a truly delicious organic ginger variant, it is packed with high-quality protein that features all nine essential amino acids, including the branched chain amino acids that are vital for body cells and muscle mass. When you taste white™ you won’t believe you are actually drinking pure egg whites. The structure is more like milk, making this healthy shot of protein goodness very palatable indeed. Being egg-based, this product is of course excellent news for lactose-intolerant consumers who cannot digest the regular dairy-based protein products on the market. This new protein option has been warmly welcomed by serious athletes and ordinary health-conscious consumers alike – and the arrival of a new organic variant only increases its appeal.

white™ Organic Ginger EAN no. 5701607585611 Item no. 950020 27

Making the most of organic hen farming At DAVA Foods we have contributed greatly to increasing the percentage of organically farmed chickens and hens in our local markets. But what happens to those hens when their best laying days are over? In the past, they were often used for animal feed, biofuel or similar purposes – worthy causes in themselves. Now, our organic egg-laying hens are used as the basis for organic cuisine. Thanks to our collaboration with Scandinavian Organics – a rapidly-growing business venture that began with one man’s vision of preventing organic produce from going to waste simply because it failed to meet purely aesthetic demands – the meat of our hens is put to excellent use, ending up on consumers’ dinner tables in a satisfying finale to their lives. We already offer a range of organic convenience foods, including meatballs and delicious organic meals. Vibeke Breum Høj, Key Account Manager

Organic meat MAKING THE MOST OF ORGANIC HEN FARMING

Organic chicken minced meat 400 g Item no. 9700970

Organic chicken meatballs 300 g Item no. 9700972

Organic Pulled Beef BBQ 450 g Item no. 9700984

Organic Pulled Beef Yakiniku 450 g Item no. 9700985

Organic Chicken Bolognese 500 g Item no. 9700973

Organic Bouef Bourguignon 500 g Item no. 9700978

Organic chicken meatballs, small 180 g Item no. 9700971

Organic Chicken Curry 500 g Item no. 9700979 31

Organic rapeseed oil PRESSED WITHOUT CHEMICALS · GMO-FREE

Rapeseed oil is a key ingredient for professional food manufacturers, for bakeries – and in private homes. Our organic oil is renowned for its purity: it is pressed without chemicals, entirely GMO-free, and bottled directly at the production site, which not only reduces its carbon footprint, but also eliminates the risk of contamination during transport. Rapeseed oil is a healthy choice, too. It contains plenty of omega-3 fatty acids in combination with omega-6 fatty acids – and practically no trans fats. It is also a source of natural vitamin E. Our organic rapeseed oil is available in bottles from 0.5 l up to a full truckload holding 25,000 kg.

Rapeseed oil 0,4 l

Rapeseed oil 1 l

Rapeseed oil 5 l

Rapeseed oil 10 l

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Food safety AN EVER-EVOLVING QUALITY SYSTEM

For DAVA Foods, it is essential that quality and safety throughout the value chain is at top level â&#x20AC;&#x201C; from the day-old chicken to the finished product in the counter. And based on consumer requirements and our own visions, our quality system is adapted and developed continuously. Consumers should never have reason to doubt the quality and safety of our products. It is our responsibility to ensure that raw materials and production processes result in consistent and high quality. We place great demands on our suppliers and other business partners, based on open and honest dialogue. We demand much of all our employees, including education and skills development. All company activities are BRC certified at level A. We are also KAT approved (a German industry certification for eggs and egg products) at the packing plant in Denmark. We promise quality â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and deliver on that promise!

The group ONE GROUP · SEVEN COMPANIES

The DAVA Foods group comprises seven companies and handles approximately 1.5 billion eggs a year. The group processes, packs and distributes fresh shell eggs and a large variety of cooked and pasteurized egg products and egg powder. The group has six packing plants and three product factories in Denmark, Sweden, Finland, and Estonia. In 2014 a new business area was established: a packaging company which develops new innovative egg packaging. DAVA Foods expects its annual group turnover in 2015 to exceed EUR 170 million after acquisitions in Finland and Estonia. Through its ownership structure, DAVA Foods has deep roots in agriculture and the animal feed industry in Northern Europe. It uses those roots to ensure quality in every aspect from farm to table, including in the feed given to our hens.

DAVA Foods Denmark A/S

DAVA Foods Starup K/S

DAVA Foods Sweden AB

DAVA Foods Packaging A/S

DAVA Foods Packaging A/S, sales office

DAVA Foods Finland Oy

DAVA Foods Finland Oy, Oripää

DAVA Foods Finland Oy, Närpes Äggpackeri

DAVA Foods Estonia OÜ

Finland

7 6 9 Estonia Sweden

3 1

Denmark

5 Nederland

Organic product range SHELL EGGS · EGG PRODUCTS · PROTEIN DRINK · ORGANIC MEALS · SOUP HEN · RAPESEED OIL

Item no. 109322

Item no. 109367

Item no. 109348

Item no. 109328

Item no.700118

Item no. 700518

Item no. 800130

Item no.800118

Item no. 950020

Item no. 9700970

Item no. 9700972

Item no. 9700971

Item no. 9700979

Item no. 9700986

Item no. 9700951

Item no. 9700952

Item no.109333

Item no. 800518

Item no. 9700984

Item no. 9700960

Item no. 109346

Item no. 900130

Item no. 9700985

Item no. 109720

Item no. 700130

Item no.900118

Item no. 900518

Item no. 9700977

Item no. 9700978

Item no. 9700950

Ivan Noes Jørgensen Group CEO +45 23 33 48 33 inj@davafoods.com

Mette Due Andersen Export & Marketing Manager +45 51 97 97 12 mda@davafoods.com

Vibeke Breum Høj Key Account Manager +45 23 33 48 44 vbh@davafoods.com

Vivi Nielsen Quality Manager +45 22 67 27 73 vin@davafoods.com

Kjeld Gasberg-Madsen Orders +45 23 33 48 24 kgm@davafoods.com

Vibeke Vernersen Logistics Manager +45 23 33 48 47 viv@davafoods.com