Sustainable chicken farming since 1997
Bjäre chickens grow slowly with plenty of space in the barn.
They are raised on a vegetarian diet based on maize and
locally grown grain, free from GMOs and coccidiostats.
This is how we think it should be.
The Family & Bjäre Peninsula
More than 20 years ago, we, brothers Per-Olof and Martin Ingemarsson, started raising chickens at our farm in Slättaröd. In our family business, we continue to focus on what is most important to us: our loved ones, good quality food, responsible animal welfare, and care for animals, people, and the environment. And last but not least – our beloved home region on the Bjäre Peninsula.
Animal Care & Environment
For us, the animals' health and well-being always come first. Therefore, we give the chickens plenty of space in the barn, with free access to fresh water and feed. Our chickens are allowed to grow slowly – at their own pace. We use renewable energy throughout the operation and continuously work to reduce our climate impact. Our production is climate-certified according to Svenskt Sigill.
Taste & Gastronomy
From the outset, the ambition was to produce Sweden's tastiest chicken, and many people feel we have succeeded in that. Our chicken is loved by both conscious consumers and ambitious chefs. Some say the absolute best way to cook it is to fry it in butter with salt and pepper. TThe taste of Bjäre Chicken is rich and wonderful and the meat has a nice texture and tenderness – try it yourself!
Family business Bjärefågel
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At the family business Bjärefågel in Torekow AB, we are passionate about raising Sweden's best chicken. That's why we actively work with ethical animal husbandry and sustainability. Bjärekyckling is Sweden's only climate-certified chicken, which means, among other things, that we have reduced our climate impact by 20–25 per cent.
Our certifications
Climate-certified chicken
In 2017, Bjärefågel became the first and still only chicken producer to be climate-certified by Svenskt Sigill.
It's a certification that means we are using nature's resources in an efficient manner. We are audited by an external third party.
Quality-certified chicken
As a member of the industry organisation Svensk Fågel, Bjärefågel follows the organisation's quality and control programmes, guidelines for transport and slaughter, and undergoes training on animal health, animal welfare, and food safety. We are inspected by an external third party.
Real sustainability
Twice as much space in the stable
In Sweden, there are rules about how many chickens you can have per square metre in the barn. We go further – we are halving the number! This means Bjärekycklingen gets twice as much space as a standard Swedish chicken.
Breeding on small family farms
Bjäre chickens are raised by us at Bjärefågel, as well as by carefully controlled breeders on and around the Bjäre Peninsula. Transport is limited to a maximum of ten miles – for the sake of both the birds and the environment. Our breeders undergo independent certification via Svensk Fågel and Svenskt Sigill.
Quality feed based on locally grown maize
The vegetable feed contains maize, legumes, cereals, soya, vitamins and minerals. This is when our Bjäre chickens are really well. The feed does not contain GMOs, antibiotics or antibiotic-like preparations.
Slow growth and careful handling
Our Ranger Gold chickens are slow-growing and in good health.
Chickens allowed to grow at their own pace are happy. We always lift our birds gently with two hands, supporting their body and wings, to avoid injury and stress.
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"Chickens with space, have more taste"
