1887
The first Danish co-operative meat company is established in Horsens, now known as Danish Crown. One year earlier, a private slaughterhouse called Tulip was founded in Vejle.
1909
Tulip registers the famous three tulips as a trademark in Denmark – the first trademark in Danish business history.
Mid 1900s
Via several mergers and acquisitions, the Danish meat industry grows rapidly with Tulip as a central player. In 1998, Danish Crown acquires full ownership of Tulip International (known as Danish Crown Foods A/S since 2020).
1966
Danish Crown Foods A/S was appointed as purveyor to the Royal Danish Court and our brand Tulip has proudly been using the Royal Warrant around the world for many years. To be appointed as purveyor to the Royal Danish Court, the company must be well-reputed and have an established record of being a supplier to the Royal Court over several years.
2018
We acquires two major companies, DK-Foods and Baconspecialist Zandbergen, and subsequently becomes the biggest European supplier of both pepperoni and bacon.
Present
Today, Danish Crown Foods A/S handles both processed and fresh meat and is present all over the world.