Learn about Vaccinar

1980

Vaccinar Indústria e Comércio was founded by the CEO Nelson Lopes on October 23, 1980.

At that time, Nelson was a veterinary medicine salesman and developed the first automatic vaccinator available in Brazil, starting a history marked by innovation and pioneering.

Vaccinar’s businesses were diversifying and animal nutrition turned into one of their specialties, becoming the main segment of the company.

1986

Vaccinar inaugurated its first plant of animal nutrition products in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil.

2005

In 2005, Vaccinar began its expansion plan in Mercosur by inaugurating the Southern Production Unit in Pinhais, Paraná, Brazil, as well as the Paraguay branch located in Ciudad del Este, Paraguay. Also, the Experimental Farms (Santa Clara and São Francisco) located in Martinho Campos, Minas Gerais, Brazil started their activities.

2011

Vaccinar is committed to be an animal nutrition company recognized for its technology and services, while always respecting its values. We have, therefore, committed ourselves to apply the best nutritional solutions for animal health and performance through investments in safe productive processes and food safety.

In 2011, the company inaugurated a Production Unit in Bom Despacho, Minas Gerais, Brazil.

2013

2013 was a year of significant growth for Vaccinar. The company inaugurated a feed mill in Martinho Campos, Minas Gerais, Brazil, which has been awarded a IN 04 certification, besides Cerradão Farm, a unit located in the same city. Also, the company completed the acquisition of a fat facility (DANE) which started its operation.

A picture of the Production Unit in Martinho Campos, Minas Gerais, Brazil.

2018

In order to focus on customer needs and animal health and performance, in 2018 the Production Units located in Martinho Campos and Nova Ponte, Minas Gerais, Brazil, were extended. Also, the company completed the acquisition of the Production Unit in Toledo, Paraná, Brazil, and the land for a new plant in the Midwest region. The Distribution Center in Goiânia, Goiás, Brazil, was inaugurated.

These investments have allowed us to offer the highest technology in feed production and safety.

2020

Vaccinar started the production of complete feed at Teresina Unit, Piauí, Brazil, in collaboration with the Cooperative of Poultry Producers (COAVE).

Start of the construction of a new Production Unit in Goianira, Goiás, Brazil.

2021

Vaccinar has opened a factory in Araguaína, Tocantins, strategically located to serve the beef cattle market. The unit has a distribution center and a dedicated sales team, reinforcing agility and personalized customer service.

2023

Vaccinar has expanded its presence in São Paulo with a distribution center (DC) in Itapevi, in partnership with logistics operator PTS. The initiative aims to improve agility and efficiency in service, reinforcing the company’s commitment to excellence and proximity to customers.

2024

As part of Vaccinar’s strategic planning and changes, the transfer of the Belo Horizonte office to Curitiba was successfully completed in 2024. This change reflects the company’s commitment to aligning its operations with growth and efficiency objectives, strengthening its presence in strategic regions and optimizing its activities.