Minerva Foods is a leader in beef export in South America and also operates in the industrialized segment, selling its products to more than 100 countries. In addition to Brazil, Minerva Foods is present in Paraguay, Argentina, Uruguay, Colombia, and has specialized sheep plants in Australia.
The Company’s history is based on solid, disciplined, coherent and experienced management, which seeks to operate in the most profitable markets through the use of risk management instruments.
Minerva Foods invests daily in the modernization of its industrial units, carries out strategic acquisitions, maintains a broad and personalized portfolio of quality products, and has an integrated and efficient distribution logistics.
Through our 46 industrial units, the Company offers healthy and nutritious products, which are sold to customers around the world through its 23 distribution centers and 18 international offices.
Scroll down and discover some of the main milestones in our history.
Acquisition of the first industrial unit in Barretos (SP), marking the beginning of Minerva Foods’ journey at the heart of Brazilian livestock farming.
Acquisition of the second unit in José Bonifácio (SP), doubling production capacity and consolidating the company’s presence in the country’s main economic hub.
Inauguration of the industrial unit in Palmeiras de Goiás (GO), strengthening logistics and territorial expansion.
Initial public offering on B3, strengthening governance and sustainable growth.
First international operation, with the acquisition of a unit in Asunción (Paraguay).
Creation of Minerva Biodiesel, producing renewable biofuel from bovine tallow and promoting a circular economy.
Launch of Minerva Leather, our leather division. A pillar of sustainability by transforming leather into a premium, high value-added material, ensuring full utilization of the raw material.
Foundation of Minerva Casings, specialized in natural casings for processed meats, strengthening the full utilization of raw materials. It transforms by-products into high-value inputs, reinforcing our circular economy model, where nothing is wasted.
Creation of Minerva Ingredients, dedicated to the production of high-tech inputs such as gelatin, collagen, and specialty proteins, derived from by-products of the value chain.
10 years as a publicly listed company, consolidating transparency and excellence in corporate governance.
Opening of an office in Dubai (UAE), expanding presence in the Middle East and Asia.
Carbon Neutral Certification (Scope 2), related to electricity emissions.
Launch of the Renove Program, focused on regenerative, profitable, and low-carbon agricultural practices.
Announcement of our Sustainability Goals and Commitments through 2035, a plan covering the entire value chain, with a focus on monitoring and zero illegal deforestation in South America, in addition to robust climate goals.
First Brazilian company to receive the Renewable Energy Seal from Instituto Totum, for all our units in Brazil.
Inclusion in B3’s Carbon Efficient Index (ICO2 B3).
Launch of SMGeo Prospec, a pioneering application that allows rural producers to conduct geospatial research and self-monitoring of properties and supplier chains, enhancing transparency and environmental control.
Minerva Biodiesel enters the RenovaBio decarbonization market, obtaining certification to issue CBIOs.
Creation of MyCarbon, our subsidiary focused on carbon credit trading and origination, holding a leading position in South America with high-standard sustainable projects and global credibility. Always seeking innovative solutions and committing to results that generate positive impacts on the environment and society.
Start of the annual carbon footprint measurement on partner farms of the Renove Program in Brazil and Uruguay.
First shipments of Carbon Neutral certified products to international clients from Uruguay and Brazil.
Launch of the Zero Carbon Impact line, which through its own packaging allows consumers to access traceability and socio-environmental information.
Minerva Biodiesel obtains ISCC certification, enabling the immediate expansion of the commercialization of our sustainable biofuels to markets such as Europe, Asia, and Oceania.
Minerva Leather carries out the first shipment of 100% traceable leather from Brazil.
Formalization of participation in the Brazilian Animal Welfare Collaboration (COBEA).
Completion of the acquisition of 13 industrial units and 1 distribution center from Marfrig, strengthening our leadership position in South America and expanding our production capacity to 46 units across 7 countries, reinforcing our sustainable growth strategy, commitment to value creation for shareholders, and competitiveness in the global animal protein market.
Launch of My Minerva Foods, a platform featuring exclusive content, scientific articles, and expert insights that highlight the benefits of meat, sustainability, and nutrition, as well as the sector’s impact on the economy.
Creation of the Integrated Sustainability Protocol, which adopts a holistic approach to livestock monitoring. By tracking sustainability metrics, the Protocol captures the contributions of cattle farms to animal welfare, good land-use practices, climate change mitigation, ecosystem services, as well as improved livestock supply chain management practices through monitoring and traceability.
This approach ensures that farms are not only productive, but also key players in building a more resilient and sustainable food system.
Food connects us
For over 30 years, Minerva Foods has been part of people’s lives — from caring for the production chain to distribution, ensuring healthy and nutritious food for every occasion. After all, gathering around a table for a meal connects people like nothing else. And creating connections is what drives us.