Privacy Statement

Verbeek Hatcheries International processes personal data. We aim to inform you about this in a clear and transparent manner. In this privacy statement, we answer the most important questions about the processing of personal data by Verbeek Hatcheries International.

In this privacy statement, we explain how we handle the processing of personal data. We provide examples to make this explanation as clear as possible. If you have questions about this privacy statement, you will also find information on how to contact us.

Whose personal data does Verbeek Hatcheries International process?
We process personal data of individuals with whom we have, want to have, or have had a direct or indirect relationship. These include personal data of:

Customers and their representatives.Individuals who show interest in our products and services.People associated with a company or organization with which we have, want to have, or have had a relationship.Employees, contractors, and job applicants.

Note: If your company or organization provides personal data of employees to us, you are required to inform your employees about this. You may share this privacy statement with them. This allows your employees to understand how we handle their personal data.

Who is responsible for processing my personal data?
All divisions of Verbeek Hatcheries International process personal data. Verbeek Hatcheries International consists of:Verbeekkuikens en hennen BVVerbeek’s BIO Europe B.V.Verbeek’s België N.V.Verbeek Küken und Junghennen GmbH

Why does Verbeek Hatcheries International process personal data?
1. To establish a relationship with youIf you want to become our customer or wish to acquire a new product or service, we need personal data. For example, we may conduct research to determine whether we can accept you as a customer or provide you with credit. For this, we may also use information obtained from third parties, such as credit reporting agencies.

2. To maintain the relationship and execute assignmentsIf you are our customer, we want to continue providing services to you. For this, we process personal data. For instance, we use your name and address details to stay in touch. We may also record communications, such as phone calls, camera footage, and chat or app sessions, for purposes such as crime prevention, quality assurance, or evidence.

3. To protect your and our interestsWe may process personal data to protect your and our interests, as well as those of our industry. For example, to prevent or investigate fraud.

We only do this if we have made agreements with third parties about the careful use of your data.

4. To develop and improve our products and servicesTo continue providing you with the best service, we are constantly working on the development and improvement of our products and services. In some cases, we process personal data for this purpose, such as when you submit a question or complaint.

5. For promotional and marketing purposesWe may process your personal data for promotional and/or marketing purposes. For example, to inform you about a new or improved product that may be of interest to you or to better meet your needs. Do not wish to be contacted for commercial purposes? You can indicate this to the Verbeek Hatcheries International division you are dealing with or unsubscribe via the link at the bottom of our newsletter.

6. To enter into and execute agreements with suppliers and business clientsIf you contact Verbeek Hatcheries International in your professional capacity, we may process your personal data. For instance, to verify whether you are authorized to represent your company or to grant you access to our premises.

7. For our operations and legal requirementsAs a poultry farming company, it is important and necessary for us to have a clear overview of our customer relationships. This includes understanding whether you collaborate with other parties that may pose a risk. To gain this overview and take appropriate measures, we process personal data.

8. For archival purposesWe do not collect more personal data than is strictly necessary for the aforementioned purposes. If the data is not stored for those purposes, it may still be retained for archival purposes. This means the data will only be used in legal proceedings or for historical, statistical, or scientific purposes.

Does Verbeek Hatcheries International process sensitive personal data?
Sensitive personal data includes information about health, criminal records, ethnic origin, religion or beliefs, political preferences, sexual orientation, trade union membership, or your social security number.

We do not process these types of data.

We only process sensitive personal data if required by law, with your consent, or at your request. If you request us to record sensitive data about you or if you make this data publicly available, we will only process this data if it is necessary for our operations.

How does Verbeek Hatcheries International handle my personal data?
Your personal data is stored securely and not retained longer than necessary for the purposes for which it is processed. Within Verbeek Hatcheries International, your data is only accessible to employees who need it for their role. Our (former) employees are bound by a confidentiality agreement.

Data sharing within Verbeek Hatcheries InternationalIf we wish to use your data for purposes other than those for which it was originally processed, we can only do so if there is a legitimate organizational connection between these purposes. Personal data may also be shared between Verbeek Hatcheries International divisions, but only if this aligns with the purpose for which the data was collected.

Data sharing with third partiesSometimes we engage third parties to process personal data on our behalf. For instance, a printer producing a customer mailing using name and address details. We can only involve third parties if this aligns with the purpose for which we processed your data, such as for promotional or marketing purposes. These third parties must demonstrate adequate security measures and confidentiality.

Your personal data may also be shared with third parties involved in our operations or service execution. Your data is never sold or leased.

What rules apply to the processing of personal data?
When processing personal data in the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, and Poland, Verbeek Hatcheries International complies with the applicable local legislation, including the GDPR.

Where necessary, the processing of personal data by Verbeek Hatcheries International divisions has been registered with the relevant data protection authorities.

Can I see what personal data Verbeek Hatcheries International processes about me?
Yes, you can request an overview of the personal data processed about you from the Verbeek Hatcheries International division you interact with.

If you believe your personal data has been processed incorrectly or incompletely, or if you find the processing unnecessary, you can request correction, supplementation, or deletion from the division you are dealing with.

Where can I go with a question or complaint?
For questions or complaints about the processing of personal data by Verbeek Hatcheries International, please contact the division you are dealing with.

Can Verbeek Hatcheries International change this document?
Yes, our privacy statement may change from time to time. If new data processing activities are introduced, we will update the privacy statement accordingly. If these changes are relevant to you, we will notify you or make the changes prominently known. The latest version of our privacy statement is always available at www.verbeek.nl. Previous versions can be requested if needed.

Glossary
We use certain terms in this privacy statement. Below, we explain some of these terms:

Personal data: information that directly or indirectly relates to you, such as your name, address, place of residence, phone number, and email address.Processing: any action that can be taken with personal data, such as collecting, storing, using, or deleting it from our records.

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