Plukon Food Group Acquires Avimosa, Expanding Spanish Poultry Footprint

Plukon Food Group B.V., a major European poultry and food products company based in the Netherlands, has completed the acquisition of 100% of the shares in Avícola Moraleja S.A. (Avimosa), a well-established poultry business operating primarily in the Madrid and Toledo regions of Spain. The deal, announced on 27 May 2026, marks a significant step in Plukon’s strategy to expand its presence in the Iberian poultry market.

Avimosa is a fully integrated poultry company with operations spanning feed production, hatching, farming, and processing. The company employs over 250 people and generated revenues of €56 million in 2025. Its main processing facility is located in Moraleja de Enmedio, Madrid. Avimosa supplies fresh poultry, eggs, and specialized poultry products to a diverse customer base including modern retail, traditional trade, and foodservice channels. The company is also recognized for its commitment to animal welfare, being among the first in its region to obtain the Welfair™ Animal Welfare certification.

Kees Kraijenoord, CEO of Plukon Food Group, stated, “We are proud to welcome Avimosa into the Plukon family. Their strong focus on quality, animal welfare, and regional expertise makes them an excellent fit for our European growth strategy. This acquisition further strengthens our position in central Spain, enhances our vertical integration, including local feed and poultry production, and accelerates our ability to deliver high-value poultry products to retail and foodservice customers across the Iberian Peninsula.”

The acquisition allows Plukon to leverage Avimosa’s established customer relationships and regional brand reputation to increase market penetration in Spain. It also creates opportunities for cross-selling Plukon’s broader product range through Avimosa’s distribution channels. Operational synergies are expected through economies of scale in procurement, supply chain consolidation, and shared administrative functions.

Avimosa’s management expressed optimism about the deal, highlighting shared values with Plukon. They emphasized that the partnership secures a strong future for their operations, unlocks synergies, and creates new opportunities for employees, local farmers, and customers while preserving the company’s century-long heritage.

Plukon Food Group operates 41 facilities across seven European countries and reported a turnover of €4.0 billion in 2025 with a workforce of 12,000 employees. The acquisition of Avimosa aligns with Plukon’s broader strategy to enhance vertical integration and expand its portfolio of animal welfare-certified products in response to growing consumer demand.

Industry analysts note that this acquisition accelerates consolidation in the Spanish poultry sector, increasing competitive pressure on local producers. Competitors may respond with similar deals or focus on product differentiation through certifications and quality standards.

Integration challenges include aligning corporate cultures, maintaining Avimosa’s high-quality standards, and managing regulatory compliance across jurisdictions. Plukon and Avimosa’s current shareholders will collaborate closely during the transition to ensure operational continuity and a smooth integration process.

Looking ahead, Plukon aims to optimize production capacity and transfer technology between facilities to improve efficiency. The company also plans to expand its animal welfare-certified product lines, reinforcing its commitment to responsible production and sustainability.