Kemin

Kemin

Global supplier of specialty ingredients.

Overview

Kemin is a global ingredient manufacturer that supplies more than 500 specialty ingredients for human health, food safety, and protecting the world’s food supply. It develops and delivers these ingredients for industries including animal health, nutraceuticals, pet food, crop technologies, aquaculture, textiles, and vaccines. It stands out as a privately held, family-owned company with a long history (founded in 1961) and a wide global footprint across 120+ countries, offering a diversified portfolio across multiple sectors. Its goal is to sustainably transform the quality of life for 80 percent of the world every day by improving health, safety, and the integrity of the food supply chain.

Significant Headcount Growth

About Kemin

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Why Kemin is rated
C+
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated C on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Food & Agriculture

Industrial & Manufacturing

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

$115M

Headquarters

Des Moines, Iowa

Founded

1961

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What believers are saying

  • Kemin's EDIE Gen 2 smart water system reduces manual intervention while improving chlorine dioxide monitoring precision in US poultry and livestock operations.
  • Kemin's Valena FLOW drives 27% yield gains in peppers and boosts NDVI in tomatoes via proprietary 1,3-beta-glucan foliar activation across specialty crops.
  • Kemin's MEVAC MULTI ADENO vaccine strengthens breeder protection in Thailand by targeting multiple Fowl Adenovirus serotypes linked to economically damaging hepatitis syndromes.

What critics are saying

  • AgroPlantae's full absorption of Kemin's Crop Technologies portfolio eliminates ~30% of Kemin's agricultural revenue and transfers customer relationships to a direct competitor.
  • JBS' AquaGuard 2.0 offers identical chlorine dioxide monitoring and ORP tracking at 15% lower cost, risking 20% order loss in US poultry within 6–12 months.
  • Pfizer's new $150M Kansas animal vaccine lab offers USDA-ELISA requalification and in vitro models at 40% lower cost, potentially displacing Kemin's entire US contract revenue in 6–12 months.

What makes Kemin unique

  • Kemin uniquely combines 1,3-beta-glucan technology from microalgae for both plant growth and animal health, enabling cross-industry innovation.
  • Kemin operates as a privately held, family-owned global ingredient manufacturer with 500+ specialty ingredients across 90 countries, ensuring long-term strategic autonomy.
  • Kemin integrates smart water disinfection automation (EDIE Gen 2) with stabilized chlorine dioxide formulations, delivering end-to-end biosecurity for livestock operations.

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Funding

Total Funding

$115M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

3 Rounds

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Benefits

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Training Programs

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

7%

1 year growth

7%

2 year growth

7%
aviNews International
Apr 7th, 2026
Kemin launches MEVAC(TM) MULTI ADENO vaccine for Fowl adenovirus in thailand.

Kemin launches MEVAC(TM) MULTI ADENO vaccine for Fowl adenovirus in thailand. Inactivated tetravalent vaccine strengthens breeder protection in Southeast Asia DES MOINES, iowa, U.S. (April 1, 2026) - kemin industries, a global ingredient manufacturer that strives to sustainably transform the quality of life every day for 80 percent of the world with its products and services, has expanded its breeder-focused poultry vaccine portfolio across Southeast Asia with the launch of MEVAC(TM) MULTI ADENO in thailand. MEVAC(TM) MULTI ADENO provides broad protection by targeting multiple Fowl Adenoviruses (FAdVs) serotypes responsible for Inclusion Body Hepatitis (IBH) and Hydropericardium Hepatitis Syndrome (HPS), two economically significant diseases caused by FadVs that continue to challenge producers worldwide.

Eastern Progress
Nov 10th, 2025
Kemin Introduces Valena(TM) FLOW, a Novel Plant Growth Technology Driving Gains in Yield and Crop Quality

Kemin introduces Valena(TM) FLOW, a novel plant growth technology driving gains in yield and crop quality. * By Kemin Industries * Nov 10, 2025 Updated Nov 10, 2025 * 0 Innovative product leverages Kemin's proprietary 1,3-beta-glucan technology - previously proven in animal and human health - to unlock new potential in plant performance DES MOINES, Iowa, Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Kemin Industries, a global ingredient manufacturer that strives to sustainably transform the quality of life every day for 80 percent of the world with its products and services, now offers Valena(TM) FLOW, a breakthrough foliar nutrition solution designed to elevate crop performance through enhanced nutrient uptake, improved plant vigor, and measurable yield increases, for growers in the United States. Valena FLOW is a liquid suspension for foliar use, combining 1,3-β-glucan from Kemin's proprietary Euglena gracilis strain of microalgae and zinc oxide. Kemin extracts the beta-glucan molecules at its Des Moines, Iowa, U.S. facility, maintaining strict purity standards for all applications. To promote strong growth and increase yields, Valena FLOW's unique formulation is intended for use at the beginning of the growing season, once the plant has produced two to four true leaves, through the start of harvest. Pattern Recognition Receptors (PRRs) on plant tissue surfaces recognize 1,3-beta-glucan, activating physiological responses that improve nutrient uptake, root growth, biomass, and yield. "We've tested Valena FLOW across a wide range of crops, regions, and growing conditions, and the results speak for themselves," said Bridget Hatfield, Ph.D., Technical Services Manager, Kemin Crop Technologies. "From tomatoes in Florida to apples and hops in Washington, to grapes, peppers, and strawberries in California, Valena FLOW consistently improves fruit count, canopy density, vigor and overall crop quality." "In peppers, we saw a 27% increase in crop yield and, in tomatoes, significantly higher NDVI (Normalized Difference Vegetation Index) scores. We've seen consistent crop responses following the application of Valena FLOW; it's a powerful tool for growers looking to increase plant health, yield, and quality." Valena FLOW builds on the success of Kemin Crop Technologies' original dry Valena(TM) formulation, developed to prime soil for optimal plant growth. Reformulated as a flowable suspension, Valena FLOW offers growers a more functional, easy-to-use solution that integrates seamlessly into foliar nutritional programs. "At Kemin, we've long believed in the power of this molecule," said Emily Fuerst, R&D Director, Kemin Crop Technologies. "Valena FLOW represents our next step in exploring 1,3-beta glucan benefits for specialty crops and ornamentals. Its impact on plant health and productivity is evident, so we needed to ensure that we could deliver it in a more useable form for growers. We're excited to bring this innovation to the nutritional agriculture market and help growers achieve more resilient, productive plants." Valena FLOW is suitable for a wide range of crops, including berries, tomatoes, peppers, leafy greens, citrus, tree fruits, nuts, hops, and greenhouse ornamentals. It is available in multiple states but not approved for use in organic production. Contact a local Kemin representative for more information. About Kemin Industries Kemin Industries (www.kemin.com) is a global ingredient manufacturer that strives to sustainably transform the quality of life every day for 80 percent of the world with its products and services. The company supplies over 500 specialty ingredients for human and animal health and nutrition, pet food, aquaculture, nutraceutical, food technologies, crop technologies, textile, biofuel, and animal vaccine industries. For over half a century, Kemin has been dedicated to using applied science to address industry challenges and offer product solutions to customers in more than 120 countries. Kemin provides ingredients to feed a growing population with its commitment to the quality, safety, and efficacy of food, feed, and health-related products. Established in 1961, Kemin is a privately held, family-owned-and-operated company with more than 3,300 global employees and operations in 90 countries, including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, Egypt, India, Italy, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa, and the United States. Tatiana Giacinti, Marketing Manager, Kemin Crop Technologies | [email protected], +1 515 559 4607 Certain statements, product labeling and claims may differ by geography or as required by government requirements. View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/kemin-introduces-valena-flow-a-novel-plant-growth-technology-driving-gains-in-yield-and-crop-quality-302610421.html SOURCE Kemin Industries Submit your news. We're always interested in hearing about news in our community. Let us know what's going on!

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