Stories

Join us for an exclusive video interview with Ardo’s own NPD Lead Chef, Bavo De Boever, as he unveils the secrets behind our latest culinary delight: Chunky Sautéed Carrots. Discover the meticulous process of product development at Ardo and learn firsthand how Chef De Boever and his team brought this vibrant and versatile innovation to life.

Ardo strengthens its position and emphasizes its focus on sustainable growth by bringing a new shareholder, The Nest Family Office, on board.

Herbs are the finishing touch to any dish. When frozen fresh, it’s all about the advantages. The proof? We performed a comparison with the summer herb of choice: basil!

1,4°C above the pre-industrial average temperature. This is the global average reached in 2023…

Ardo prioritizes creating a supportive and nurturing environment for employees to excel. Their empording programme focuses on smooth onboarding and growth for new employees.

Join Ardo and unlock your potential! Looking for a career with endless growth possibilities? Join Ardo, a global leader in fresh-frozen plant-based foods. With a dynamic work environment, continuous learning opportunities, and an exceptional team, Ardo offers the perfect platform to thrive. Contribute to nutritious food production while minimizing your impact on the planet.

We are pleased to announce that on the 1st of December 2023, Ardo has signed the commitment letter to the Science Based Target initiative (SBTi).

Nico Marreel, Data Management Team Coördinator at Ardo, talks about the advantages of a career in Master Data. 

At Ardo, sustainability has always been part of our DNA, and we see this reflected across all our processes and departments. As a team, we are committed to deliver high-quality products and services to our customers with respect for our food processing chain and environmental footprint.

Through ongoing assessment of our current state of processes, technologies, and bottle necks, we further improve our service levels and operational efficiency and aim to limit the carbon footprint of our activities. This is how Supply Chain contributes to Ardo’s sustainability achievements.

The International Frozen Food Conference, recently held in conjunction with the Anuga trade fair, brought to light the invaluable role of frozen foods in championing a sustainable and health-conscious future. Participating in the discussions was Ardo's Director of Sustainability, Emilie Haspeslagh, who gave insights in Ardo’s stance on sustainability.

After a difficult growing season and nervous markets in 2022, we were able to reach a new balance in the contracts with our farmers for the new season, which involves a raw material price increase of up to 40% for some crops.

What does sustainability mean to Ardo? We asked Emilie Haspeslagh, Sustainability Director and the third generation of the family to work in the family business, as well as Stephanie Cobbaert, Sustainability Coordinator.

In the culinary world, every bite should burst with flavor and every dish should leave a lasting impression. That’s where the fresh frozen mix of sliced strawberries and blueberries shines. This delightful duo not only offers a tantalizing taste but also a myriad of health benefits, making it an ideal ingredient for various delightful dishes.

Corn has always been a staple in many cuisines, but the method of quartering them lengthwise to produce "ribs" is gaining traction.