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HISTORY

SANTEH has been in the aquaculture business for over 10 years. We ventured into aquaculture in 1990 with the manufacture of TATEH pelletized feeds from our first production facilities in Lawang Bato, Valenzuela. Today, our feeds are manufactured in our state-of-the-art Calumpit, Bulacan plant, which became operational in 2001. This plant covers an area of four (4) hectares equipped with the most advanced extruder and pelletizer.

From the original Tateh pelletized prawn feeds, we have expanded our product lines to the current crop of high-yielding aqua feed products for a complete range of fishes and crustaceans. In 1993, our pellet feeds became successful and paved the way for the production of tilapia and bangus feeds, and later floating fish feeds and marine fish feeds for grouper and sea bass.

 

VISION

SANTEH continues to set the quality standards in Philippine aquaculture feed industry, manufacturing products for an extensive range of specialized fishes through adherence to strict quality standards, good manufacturing practices and innovative product research. Our company is committed to provide the highest quality products that will satisfy customers’ requirements. We offer solutions not only to achieve food sufficiency but economic growth as well, in our effort to become the country's most reliable aquaculture partner.

 

SCOPE OF OPERATIONS

SANTEH carries the seal of excellence throughout the country by delivering the same quality feeds through our network of branches and dealer partners. By sponsoring regular local contests, the company encourages fish farmers around the country to increase their production. From the very first “Fish for Every Filipino Awards” in 1997 together with the Marine Technology Foundation, to the Interschool Lapu-Lapu competitions, and to the FISHTA Awards which was actively initiated and participated in different provinces.

PEOPLE

SANTEH is proud to have a team of highly qualified and motivated individuals who are dedicated to one word - QUALITY. Each team member is fully aware that "QUALITY STARTS WITH ME". The company encourages a culture of Honesty, Efficiency, Aptitude, Result Orientation and Teamwork. Thus each year, outstanding performers are recognized with the HEART Award.

We value the importance of the people we work with—our employees, business partners, and customers. We closely coordinate with government institutions tasked to promote the development of a sustainable aquaculture industry.

The company provides continuous training to its technical representatives who in return give technical assistance to fish farmers. It also gives educational grants in Fisheries at various universities and colleges like the Central Luzon State University and UP Visayas.


Moreover, they also support numerous training programs, seminars, dialogues, research and publication of technical bulletins that help disseminate information about the latest technological advancements in aquaculture like the “Fishery School on the Air”, which tackles specific aqua specie such as tilapia, bangus, sea bask, pampano.


MILESTONES

SANTEH Feeds Corporation commits to the highest standards of excellence. This was achieved through compliance audits that were conducted periodically to monitor adherence to strict quality standards, good manufacturing practices and ensuring the highest standards of customer satisfaction in the industry.

In the year 1997, SANTEH topped the aqua feed industry by becoming the first and only aquafeed manufacturing company in the Philippines certified by ISO 9002:1994. Not one to rest on its laurels, SANTEH raised the bar of standards to the next level, thus paving the way to other milestones in its existence.

In May 8, 2002, Santeh upgraded its ISO standards to the ISO 9001:2000 (CIP/1988/97/08/063) certification, a standard that gives more emphasis to customer satisfaction.


SANTEH was also the first to be granted ISO 14001:1996 (CI/47241) and ISO 18001:1999 (CIP/47241) for environmental responsibility in the aquafeed industry. This was borne out of its stringent (1) selection and use of materials, (2) processing, (3) conservation of resources, (4) product development, and (5) waste management. Through its efforts, Santeh has set the standard for aquaculture feed manufacturing, making it the industry leader.


WHAT SETS US APART

Our numerous years of experience in aquaculture research and development have advanced our knowledge in fish and crustacean breeding, growth and nutrition. This extensive database has improved our capability to continuously improve our feeds’ formulation to serve each sector of the aquaculture industry. This knowledge is also used in designing a production process that produces the optimal pellet form for each type of culture method.

Technological Enhancements
Today, we manufacture the best nutritional aquaculture feeds not only for traditional fish species like Tilapia, Milkfish (Bangus) and Shrimp. We have also pioneered the production of Marine Fish Feeds (Grouper, Pampano, Seabass and Snapper), Crustaceans (Crab and Freshwater Shrimp) and in Fresh Water Fish Feeds (Koi, Carp and Catfish). Each of our products is formulated with essential nutrients, vitamins and minerals for the different developmental stages of fish growth from fries to juvenile to adult.

We are the first to introduce high-protein and high-energy feeds with balanced amino acids that conform and exceed standards set by the Bureau of Animal Industry. The feeds we produce ensure fishes’ maximum growth, better body maintenance, and resistance to pathogenic diseases and environmental stress.

Our early stage formulation for hatcheries and nurseries is also acclaimed as the best in the market. Our line of breeder feeds and fry boosters ensure the farmers of healthy seeds and improved survival.

Extensive Research
Santeh not only delivers the best quality products in the market but also hone optimal farming protocols under different culture conditions whether marine, brackish or freshwater. This information is disseminated through our technical bulletins and on-site farm seminars throughout the archipelago. In this way, we help fish farmers in the country especially the small-scale ones located in remote provinces, to achieve higher, more cost-effective yields.

Breeding – Key to Profitable Aquaculture
Santeh believes that the key to successful aquaculture is in the availability of superior seeds and diversified breeds.

Through collaboration with the University of the Philippines Visayas (UPV), Mindanao State University (MSU) and Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Council (SEAFDEC), we have promoted the development of hatchery and nursery technology for various marine fish species such as grouper, seabass, snapper, pompano and crustaceans such as crab. The Mabayo Nursery site cultures marine fish larvae to fingerlings with both natural and artificial feeds.

In the development of a superior tilapia breed, Santeh has invested with Genomar of Norway in Genomar Supreme Philippines. This project has bred the tilapia now widely used in many countries for the reliable growing of fillet size tilapia.

Fish Marketing – Farm to Market
With organization of the Fishta Seafood Division, Santeh is now able to promote various new fish species to the delight of consumers. From the delicious Pompano to the healthy Bangus and Seabass, Fishta Seafood handles the harvesting direct from the farm and brings our produce to major fish markets in Manila. We also provide hotels, restaurants and supermarkets with consistent quality products grown in our own farms.

In 2004, Fishta Seafood pioneered the display of live Pompano in aquarium tanks in major supermarket chains and seafood markets.

Fishta is now a major supplier even to quality processors and caterers for fresh seafood needs.


 

 




 


¤ Government
"We have always been delighted to work with Santeh Feeds Corporation from the top management to its technical staff. In almost all our projects involving the promotion of fishery development in Central Luzon, they were there to lend their support whether financial or technical assistance to aid fish farmers. They had been our continuous partner in improving and disseminating new fish farm production technologies, which include the last Tilapia Congress held in Pampanga

Santeh serves as a catalyst in the promotion of aquaculture in our region. This was exemplified in our recently initiated programs in connection with the implementation of Medium-Term Philippine Development Plan (MTPDP) by developing new fisheries and agriculture production areas for agribusiness and rationalizing the marketing system through the elimination of some marketing layers."

Ms. Remedios E. Ongtangco, Ph.D.
Regional Director, BFAR Region 3

 

"Santeh Feeds Corporation has been one of the few aquaculture companies open for innovations. By striving to improve their products through extensive research and development, it has become a great help for small-scale fish farmers.

Aside from being an active proponent of different aquaculture councils and associations, Santeh had been very supportive to the marine industry by being visible in aquaculture affairs like launching activities, fairs, exhibits, congresses and seminars related to commodities of tilapia, bangus and other marine species"

Ms. Zenaida T. Fontanilla
OIC, Extension
Training and Communication Division
BFAR Region 4


¤ Academe
"As a researcher and administrator, I have a fruitful and productive association with Santeh Feeds Corporation. As a researcher who must always keep abreast with the recent practices of farmers and happenings in the farmers’ fields, their technicians are the ones I turn to for fresh and relevant information.

Santeh stands out from other aqua feeds companies because of their concern for the marginal fish farmers and development of fisheries students through scholarship and assistantship.

They had been a valuable partner as an academic institution whose main thrust is the development of quality Fisheries graduates and the generation of aquaculture technologies through research and extension/training of farmers. The company’s continuing commitment is to improve their products’ quality to be acceptable economically, socially and environmentally in the fisheries sector."

Ms. Arsenia Cagauan, Ph.D.
Dean, College of Fisheries
Central Luzon State University


¤ Research
"Working with Santeh Feeds Corporation has been both fulfilling and satisfying because they respect others’ ideas and always try to show their appreciation for others’ efforts. They have a strong social commitment even when business has not exactly been rosy.

One can rely on Santeh to be in the forefront assisting farmer groups, NGOs and associations involved in aquaculture development holding seminars, exhibits and other marine promoting activities. In response to the perennial complaint of fish farmers on high cost, they promote a technology that will reduce feed requirements by relying on a greater extent of natural food.

They have also helped raise the awareness of the aquaculture sector and the public in general on the existence of various technologies such as sea bass and pompano culture through organizing a series of "Fishta" event focusing on various species."

Mr. Wilfredo Yap
Head, Manila Chief
SEAFDEC Aquaculture Department


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