ABOUT USProtena International is dedicated to the extraction and hygenicprocessing of bovine blood derived from the slaughter at USDA andHACCP certified and approved abattoirs. The blood is transformedinto top quality functional proteins with a high nutritional value,which are highly appreciated in the feed and food industry forhuman and animal consumption. Through the use of cutting edge technology in specialized processesin our plants we obtain two products: Spray Dried Bovine Plasma andSpray Dried BovineHemoglobin. Spray Dried Bovine Plasma contains 72% proteinsand is very high in nutritional value because it contains allessential amino-acids. It is excellent complement in human food asa functional protein in sausage products. Spray Dried Bovine Hemoglobin has a very highprotein content of over 90% contains most essential amino-acids,and is very beneficial in both human and animal nutrition – rangingeverything from pigs, chicken and aquaculture to pet food. Additionally, hemoglobin contains a high percentage of iron. PRODUCTION PROCESSWithout Protena’s collection process, blood would be considered aserious environmental problem due to its high levels of organicmaterial, as well as a high-cost byproduct of abattoirprocesses. The first part of Protena’s product manufacturing process beginswith the aseptic and hygenic collection of bovine blood. Ourcollaborators collect blood in certified abattoirs following strictgood manufacturing practices (HACCP), creating a safety andguarantee, guaranteeing that the blood quality is apt for includingin products for human consumption. Once the blood is collected, it is separated into to basicproducts: Plasma and Hemoglobin. The plasma is frozen or driedaccording to the client’s needs. The hemoglobin is only availablein dried presentation. Protena also treats its industrial waters, product of theproduction process, through a unique method with the use ofBio-digestor lagoons. With these bio-digestor lagoons we createsustainable biogas as a source of alternative clean energy,drastically reducing the greenhouse effect of industrial waters.The bio-digestor lagoon process guarantees a way to treat waterthat can later be used in irrigation without harming theenvironment, complying with all norms and regulations for it’sdisposal. With its collection of blood and unique treatment of waste water,Protena International prevents the discharge of organic matter intothe environment equivalent to what 75,000 persons would generatedaily. PROTENA INTERNATIONAL CSR POLICYProtena International’s CSR policy is characterized by itscontinuous effort to ensure communication and transparency betweenemployees, the management, and the stakeholders. All employees aretrained in the commitment of the company to CSR and the importanceand value of each person as an integral part of the company’sperformance. To achieve this commitment, a CSR matrix has been developed, whichserves as a guide for everyone in Protena International, thusensuring compliance with CSR practice. The most important objectiveof Protena International in relation to CSR is that the company isaware – in an open and ethical – way of the impacts of itsdecisions and activities on society and the environment. Most human and animal diet requires proteins allowing balancednutrition to maintain ideal health. All our products take intoaccount the unique profile of palatability, digestibility, andfunctionality of its high-protein products, allowing us to proudlydisplay our motto: “We nurture the future”. MISSIONProtena S.A. is a company dedicated to collecting and processingbovine blood with the highest physio-chemical, micro-biological andfunctional properties. VISIONTo be leaders in the production of animal origin proteins and thedevelopment of new products that strengthen the nutritional qualityof our population, through the use of differentiatedtechnology. VISIONTo be the best partner for supply of high quality raw materials forthe Food and Feed Industry. VALUESPerformance –Through high standards of quality andprofessionalismResponsibility –We take commercial, social andenvironmental responsibility in every decision and action of thecompanyInnovation –We stimulate innovation to developefficient, superior, and sustainable resolutions.
