Dairy or plants? The future of food will likely be both. Arend Bouwer, CEO of Farm Dairy, is an experienced C-level leader with a strong track record in international food and beverage manufacturing. He combines general management and commercial leadership with a passion for sustainable growth, bringing expertise in NPD, circular business models, FMCG, private label, and international business. His experience spans dairy, plant-based and hybrid alternatives, ingredients, and food processing, positioning him at the crossroads of tradition and innovation in the food industry.

Today, Bouwer leads Farm Dairy, the Netherlands frontrunner in sustainable dairy, plant-based and hybrid innovation. Working across international markets and multicultural teams, he focuses on building practical solutions that support the transition toward more sustainable food systems while remaining commercially viable. Guided by the belief “Build today, preserve tomorrow — for our children and generations to come,” he works to accelerate innovation and collaboration across the evolving protein landscape.

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