The (st)Art of Growing
For more than 70 years, Nukamel has been helping young animals get the BEST possible start through dairy-based nutritional solutions.
Developing the best possible nutritional solutions requires more than quality ingredients alone. It demands deep dairy expertise, scientific knowledge, practical experience and a continuous drive to better understand the specific needs of young animals across multiple species.
At Nukamel, we combine carefully selected dairy ingredients, nutritional science and on-farm expertise to support health, growth and lifelong performance.
This is what we call The (st)Art of Growing.
Four compelling reasons to choose Nukamel
Deep Dairy Expertise
Low-Heat Dairy Selection
Verified Quality
Long-Term Partnership
From Dairy Expertise to Nutritional Solutions
Through our deep understanding of dairy and young animal nutrition, we identify and select nutrients and functional dairy components that matter in early-life development.
By carefully selecting low-heat treated dairy sources, we preserve valuable dairy functionality and translate it into nutritional solutions for young animals across multiple species.
Alongside our calf milk replacers, we translate this expertise into innovative concepts such as:
Nutritional knowledge
Growth through research
Nukamel has been putting science into products for nearly 70 years. Through our scientific research, we can provide feed mills and farmers with dairy-based nutritional solutions and services that meet the unique needs of young animals.
Optimising animal nutrition at an early stage truly has a lifelong impact. As the genetics of animals advance through development, so do their nutritional needs. While our products help the animals to achieve their full genetical potential, they also enable farmers to improve the efficiency of their production and reduce the environmental impact.
Top-quality raw materials
Focus on nutritional value
Milk and dairy products are naturally rich sources of a wide range of essential nutrients, growth factors and bioactive components that all young animals need.
As a dairy specialist, Nukamel selects only top-quality sources. This selection is made based on our profound scientific understanding of the entire dairy production process.
We know that heat treatment of milk components lowers their nutritional value and can destroy their health benefits. We are committed to using only fresh, high-quality, low heat-treated ingredients that are rich in bioactive components.
Spray cooling
Outstanding performance
The heart of our production process is ‘spray cooling’ – a unique, gentle, and highly controlled processing technique. Years of extensive research shows that spray cooled products ensure better digestibility and performance in young mammals.
Our experts, have the nutritional knowledge
Steven Cools
R&D Expert
Curing animals was my passion. However, keeping animals healthy from the very beginning delivers even greater long-term benefits. Therefore, with a PhD in the pocket and my field experience, I contribute nowadays to Nukamel's 'art of growing' in the poultry business.
Evi Croes
R&D Manager
Albert Einstein once said: "Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving." Every day Nukamel plants seeds for a future harvest. Whether it concerns small steps in the optimisation of our current solutions or huge leaps into the future using our brightest imagination, both are fascinating to contribute to.
Tim Verbruggen
International Product Manager
With a passion for animal nutrition and years of experience in feed, I have dedicated my career to supporting the growth and health of livestock. I firmly believe that feeding the youngest calves is the first and most crucial step toward raising healthy and highly productive animals.
In addition, making scientific research easy to understand helps farmers apply the latest insights confidently in their daily work.
Fieke Krol
International Product Manager
Growing up on a dairy farm, I have always been passionate about calf rearing and ensuring that calves receive the best possible nutrition. Working at Nukamel I get the opportunity to combine my technical and practical knowledge to give young calves the best start in life, helping them grow into strong and healthy dairy cows.
Marlijn Diepstraten
ARTIst, youngstock specialist
From a young age, I have really loved being on the farm. At Nukamel, I can transfer my passion and knowledge to customers as a youngstock specialist. I love challenges and always strive for the best practical result for farmer and calf.
Lien Vande Maele
International Product Manager
Good nutrition is key for young animals’ health and performance, and I’m proud to contribute to this. At Nukamel, scientific knowledge and practical expertise are combined to create solutions that provide animals the best possible start.
Béke Nivelle
R&D Expert
As a young mother myself I feel even more committed to giving young animals, especially piglets, the best possible start in life.
Peter Ramaekers
International Product Manager
Pig nutrition is my passion and I want to share my knowledge and experience with you to meet the challenges within our industry.
Rina Hulsbosch
ARTIst, youngstock specialist
Raised on a dairy farm, I developed a passion for dairy farming and learned how animal health impacts a farmer’s daily success and happiness. I believe healthy calves are the foundation of high-performing dairy cows, which fits perfectly with Nukamel's vision. At Nukamel, I combine practical experience and knowledge to support farmers with effective solutions.
Renato De La Torre
Piglait Specialist
As a swine veterinarian and farm consultant with over 12 years of experience, I am passionate about improving the development, health, and welfare of animals. At Nukamel, I combine dairy expertise and knowledge of young animal nutrition to support pig producers around the world. Piglets are babies, and like every young living being, they deserve the best possible start through optimal nutrition, care, and management, building the foundation for lifelong health, performance, and productivity.
Working alongside farmers, I combine science with practical experience to deliver practical, science-based solutions that help every piglet reach its full potential.
Why these clients choose Nukamel ?
Trusted in More Than 80 Countries
Our brands
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Calves
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ProtéGo
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Nukamel
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Fokkamel
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OmniSMART
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Maestro
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Buffalomel
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Fokkamix
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Whey Up
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Piglets
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Piglait
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Porcomel
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Nukamix
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Fokkamix
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Porcomix
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Mixomel | Feedomel
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Whey Up
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Poultry
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Volamel Extra
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Compass
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Lamb & Goat Kids
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Lammomel
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Kiddomel
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Wessamix
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Fish & Shrimps
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Volamel Extra Aqua
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Join the Team Behind The (st)Art of Growing
Every day, we help create the nutritional foundation for healthier animals, more successful farmers and a more sustainable future. Through science, innovation and dairy expertise, we make a difference around the world.