Romania: biggest and circular dairy farm in EU reveals next plans

Nieuwsbericht19-06-2026 | 11:22

DN AGRAR Group, one of the leading integrated agrifood companies in Romania and the largest milk producer in Europe, has recently announced its investment plans spanning until 2030.

About DN AGRAR Group

DN AGRAR Group operates an integrated business model focused on milk production, crop cultivation, organic composting and green energy, supporting a sustainable, circular agriculture. With five large-scale farms and a livestock base of over 18,000 heads, it delivers over 70 million litres of milk per year, with the goal to double the production to 150 - 200 million litres annually by 2030. DN AGRAR Group manages more than 10,000 hectares of farmland and two compost facilities with a capacity of 14,000 tonnes of organic fertilizer per year, aiming to increase this to 40,000 tonnes by 2030.

The Group has tripled its business in just three years since going public and now targets a doubling of EBITDA by 2030, alongside the ambition to produce net-zero milk. DN AGRAR Group’s 2030 strategy combines the doubling of milk production capacity with expansion into complementary business segments. These include vertical wheatgrass farms, expected to supply 30% of the current feed input, biomethane production in partnership, industrial greenhouses, and expanded composting infrastructure.

Founded as a (Dutch) family business in 2008 by Jan Gijsbertus de Boer, DN AGRAR Group operates in the heart of Transylvania, with activities spanning in three counties - Alba, Sibiu, and Hunedoara. The group is listed on the AeRO market of the Bucharest Stock Exchange since February 2022. You can find more details about DN AGRAR here.

Ambitious dairy plans

DN AGRAR has announced its development plans for the development of the CUT 2 farm, the 6th farm of the Group, and the construction of two additional composting facilities, supporting the long-term growth and sustainability strategy. The investment in the new CUT 2 farm amounts to approximately EUR 12 million and will be financed through a bank loan provided by ING Bank, complemented by a 20% equity contribution from the company.

Two additional composting units

DN AGRAR also plans to invest approximately EUR 3.5 million in the development of two new composting units, further strengthening its circular agriculture model and sustainability initiatives. This investment will support the expansion of its composting business and strengthen its circular agriculture model. The project is expected to double production capacity, from 14,000 tonnes to 28,000 tonnes, and increase voluntary carbon credit generation, while the planned launch of a dedicated compost brand and broader market access will further support revenue diversification and long-term value creation.

CEO confident in the prospects of the sector

Peter de Boer, CEO DN AGRAR Group declared: „DN AGRAR continues to invest in the future of agriculture and 2026 represents a pivotal investment year for our company. The development of the CUT 2 farm and two new composting facilities reflects our confidence in the long-term prospects of the sector and forms part of our 2025–2030 Development Strategy, which aims to double EBITDA by 2030 compared to 2025. These projects are supported by favourable market dynamics, as European milk production is expected to decline while Romania remains a net importer of dairy products. We aim to leverage this imbalance by expanding production capacity and strengthening a modern, integrated, and sustainable agricultural model”.

The farm will integrate state-of-the-art technologies ensuring high standards of animal welfare.

The new CUT 2 farm

The CUT 2 farm, with an estimated capacity of over 50 million litres of milk per year, will support the company’s target of reaching between 150- 200 million litres of annual milk production by 2030, across six high-efficiency farms by 2030, doubling the estimated milk production for 2025. The CUT 2 farm, located in Câlnic, Alba County, near the existing CUT 1 farm, involves an investment of approximately EUR 12 million, of which EUR 10 million will be secured through bank financing.

Designed to accommodate around 5,000 dairy cows, the farm will integrate state-of-the-art technologies, including two modern rotary milking systems and robotic solutions for automated udder cleaning and hygiene, ensuring high standards of animal welfare. Construction is expected to commence in the fourth quarter of 2026, with operations scheduled to begin in 2028 alongside the gradual stocking of the herd. The farm is expected to reach full production capacity in 2030, increasing the Group’s total herd to approximately 30,000.

With an eye on sustainability

Sustainability is a core element of the project. DN AGRAR plans to cover up to 30% of the farm’s feed requirements through an on-site wheatgrass production unit, while manure generated by the farm will also be valued in the company’s facilities. In addition, DN AGRAR plans to expand its land area to ensure an optimal land use, which will allow the development of complementary projects, including the wheatgrass production unit with a production capacity of 40 tonnes/day and a second milk processing plant.

Dairy, greenhouse horticulture, biomethane, compost, wheatgrass

DN AGRAR’s 2025 - 2030 Development Strategy is built around five strategic pillars: expanding existing business lines, diversifying revenue sources, sustainable growth, digitalization and cost optimization, and creating value for its investors. At the core of this strategy is the doubling of milk production across six highly efficient farms. DN AGRAR’s objective is to become a regional leader in the production of high-quality milk and food, by developing industrial clusters that integrate dairy farms, vegetable production, biomethane and composting facilities, vertical wheatgrass farms, and greenhouse horticulture.

More information

For more information, you can reach out to the Netherlands Agricultural Network in Romania via: bkr-lvvn@minbuza.nl