The Groan Group, an internationally operating trading company in agricultural raw materials, and Aminola®, a supplier of sustainable plant-based ingredients, signed a strategic partnership. Through Groan’s financial participation in Aminola®, the two companies are joining forces to build a future-proof, plant-based food chain.

Aminola® and Groan share a clear ambition: to meet the growing demand for high-quality, plant-based ingredients. Over recent years, Aminola® has established itself as a trusted partner in the food, pet food and aquafeed markets. Recognizing this expertise, Groan brings in its extensive trading knowledge and a strong global network.

“We believe in Aminola®’s mission and see a natural alignment with our own core values,” said Anton de Groot, owner and managing director of Groan. “Together, we can accelerate, expand, and strengthen sustainable supply chains, with a particular focus on the growth markets of food and pet food.”

For Aminola®, the partnership represents a significant boost in achieving its mission to make sustainable plant-based ingredients widely accessible.

“This collaboration gives our mission a real boost! Our partnership is centered on knowledge-sharing, joint investment, and unlocking new sources,” said Dick van Beek, CEO of Aminola®.

By combining their strengths, both companies increase their impact and added value for customers. Groan contributes in-depth market insights, a robust international network, and supply chain expertise. Aminola® complements this with a carefully developed ecosystem of ingredients and R&D knowledge focused on plant-based resources and their applications. Quality, transparency and meaningful innovation are the shared pillars of this partnership, underpinned by a strong commitment to sustainability and putting the customer first.

The partnership marks the next stage of growth for both companies. By complementing one another’s strengths, Groan and Aminola® are laying a solid foundation for innovation and long-term sustainability within the plant-based value chain. As part of this collaboration, Aminola®’s Pet Food and Aquafeed portfolio will be expanded with a selection of base ingredients from the Groan Group range. This enables Aminola® to act as a comprehensive supplier, meeting not only the demand for innovative ingredients but also the essential needs of those market segments.