Celebrating 100 Years of Excellence: Congratulations to Schils BV on a Century of Innovation
News / Celebrating 100 Years of Excellence: Congratulations to Schils BV on a Century of Innovation
Reaching 100 years in business is a remarkable achievement — especially in an industry that demands constant innovation, precision and resilience.
In 2026, Schils BV celebrates a century of leadership in young animal nutrition. From its beginnings as a local grain mill in Limburg in 1925, Schils has grown into one of Europe’s most respected manufacturers of milk powders for young animals.
We are proud to work in partnership with Schils BV and to congratulate them on this outstanding milestone.
Chris Mollan (Eringold Milk Replacers) with Thijs Otten (Schils Van Drie) at a recent trade show
A Century of Progress in Young Animal Nutrition
What began as a small family enterprise has developed into an international operation supplying products to more than 75 countries worldwide.
Today, Schils produces approximately five million bags of powder annually, with a strong focus on calf rearing nutrition. Their facilities in the Netherlands and Germany combine advanced technology, research-driven formulation and rigorous quality control to ensure consistent performance on farm.
Throughout the decades, Schils has continued to invest in:
- Modern production and bagging facilities
- Advanced blending and quality control systems
- In-house laboratory testing
- Ongoing nutritional research and product innovation
This long-term commitment to improvement is one of the reasons they remain a trusted name across the global livestock sector.
Shared Commitment to Quality and Performance
Our core milk replacers are developed in partnership with Schils BV, whose expertise ensures that every formulation is built on science, safety and consistency.
From raw material sourcing through to final product testing, every bag is manufactured to the highest European standards. That means farmers can rely on:
- Safe, traceable ingredients
- Consistent nutrient delivery
- Excellent mixability and intake
- Proven on-farm performance
For us, this partnership is built on shared values — quality without compromise, practical solutions for farmers, and long-term thinking.
Built on Resilience and Innovation
Over 100 years, the agricultural sector has faced significant change — economic shifts, disease challenges, evolving market demands and technological transformation.
Through it all, Schils has adapted, invested and continued to innovate. Their integration within the VanDrie Group strengthened their international network and supported further development in research, production and global reach.
Their centenary is not only a celebration of history, but a reflection of sustained excellence and forward-thinking leadership.
Looking Ahead to the Next Century
We congratulate Schils BV on 100 years of dedication to young animal nutrition. Achievements of this scale are built on expertise, trust and an unwavering focus on quality.
We are proud to work alongside a partner with such a strong heritage and look forward to continuing our collaboration — delivering reliable, high-performance milk replacers to farmers for many years to come.
Here’s to the next 100 years of innovation and success.
