"We firmly believe that sometimes it takes longer to create sustainable value”, says Hilde Vander Straeten of Korys. "The values of our investment company are rooted in the DNA of the Colruyt family and its long years of experience in sustainable, values-driven entrepreneurship."

According to Investment Director Hilde Van der Straeten of Korys, Colruyt’s investment company, the impact of food and agriculture on climate change is profound but not insurmountable. “By adopting sustainable practices and making well-considered choices, we can reduce our ecological footprint and contribute to a healthier planet. It is our collective responsibility to ensure that our food systems are resilient, sustainable, and capable of nourishing both the planet and the people that call it home.”

Three investment themes

Korys was founded in 2012 with a focus on three investment themes: the conscious consumer, the energy transition and healthy living. “This way we are building a large ecosystem in which the companies involved complement and strengthen each other, thereby increasing their collective impact,” says Van der Straeten. “The Colruyt family wants to use its resources to help protect the planet from further harm for future generations. Various aspects are key in this regard, such as land use, energy and the materials we consume.”

Sustainable and functional ingredients

“At IFHS – Korys company – we don’t view trends as fleeting hypes but as essential foundations for sustainable developments in the food, health and pet food sectors,” says Geert Feys.  “For example, we turn zero waste initiatives into tangible results: by-products from both the food and non-food industries are used as valuable ingredients, reducing waste and fostering a circular economy. Our focus on health and longevity for both humans and animals continuous to gain significance. In developing food that is both healthy and delicious, natural and nutra ingredients are central to our strategy. After all, consumers demand transparency; they want to know exactly what’s in their products and the impact their choices have on our planet. Clear labels with natural ingredients make this transparent, helping consumers make conscious, responsible choices.”

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