The Depré Family: 174 Years in the Food Industry Valued at 123.6 Million Euros
Depré family
The Depré family, known for its Voeders Depréis firmly rooted in the sector agricultural for over a century. From a milling business founded by Franciscus in Beernem in 1847, this entrepreneurial family has gradually expanded its activities. its activities oil productionthe flax and linen trade cereals. Over the years, the company expanded considerably under the impetus of Gaston Depré who, in 1947, inaugurated a production plant. in their home town of Beernem.
The heritage of the Depré family is valued at 123,626,000 euros with an upward trend, placing them among the TOP 200 richest Belgians. In the 80s, seeing the importance of controlling costs and the profitability of transportthe family clan launches Tradep, a transport company. The acquisition of Hens Voeders in 1987, and of other companies in the following years, testifies to their determination to conquer new market segments in Belgium and abroad.
Their investments doesn't stop at livestock feed. They are also diversifying into the hobby food for birds, pigeons, rodents and farmyard animals, as well as in food products for dogs and cats.
The Depré family has a deep attachment to its roots, with the majority living in Beernemwhere their renovated homes are located in a rural setting. Only Edward, nicknamed Eddy, lives in the village center with his daughter Caroline, and is active in the community, notably with the local Harmonie Sint-Cecilia.
