The hidden hand

The poultry company controlling global protein

Hendrix Genetics operates as a hidden chokepoint across six entirely separate animal protein supply chains, from pigs to shrimp.

The number

6protein supply chains controlled

A single PE-backed Dutch genetics firm holds leading market positions in swine, turkeys, laying hens, salmon, trout, and shrimp breeding—meaning disruption at one entity ripples across pork, poultry, aquaculture, and shellfish simultaneously. The January 2025 merger of its swine operations consolidated this hidden dominance even further.

Source: About Hendrix Genetics · Hendrix Genetics · Jan 1, 2025

Jump into the supply map

Where this story connects

The supplymap lets you trace the goods, inputs, and companies this story touches — see the full dependency chain, country shares, and historical incidents.