Message from our chairman

Message from Katsuhiko Onuki, Chairman


社長.JPGTime moves fast, as 3 years have already gone since we celebrated our company’s 30 year
anniversary. In this period the support from our customers has ever been present, and at the same time we have experienced a change of generations within the company. Our staff is very appreciative of this and are devoted to contribute to further developments in the livestock industry. In these uncertain times with human & animal epidemics and global conflict, the economic outlook is uncertain, but as the saying goes “Behind every cloud there is always sunshine”!

Katsuhiko Onuki, Chairman

Message from Tetsuya Iizuka, President

Shin Onuki, U.S. RepresentativeFrontier International is dedicated to providing our customers with the utmost quality products and services as a trading and distribution company specializing in the livestock industry. In our commitment to meeting our customers’ needs, we consistently evaluate and integrate cutting-edge technologies, products, and services with the aim of making significant contributions to communities and industries. Our unwavering passion is focused on exploring new territories and fostering innovation to create exceptional value. As a trusted partner to our valued customers and business associates, we remain dedicated to earning and maintaining trust. Together, we will continue our journey, constantly exploring new opportunities.

Tetsuya Iizuka, President

Message from Shin Onuki, U.S. Representative

Shin Onuki, U.S. RepresentativeWe genuinely appreciate the continuous support from our stakeholders that has helped us grow as an animal/livestock trading company since founded in 1990. Animal/livestock agriculture is one of the most critical sectors feeding people worldwide, even though domestic and international circumstances are not stable these days due to the pandemic, animal disease outbreaks, conflicts, and political instability. We are proud to be partners of farmers during these difficult times.

Shin Onuki, U.S. Representative

Company Philosophy

Unlike 100 years ago when the interaction among people was relatively limited, currently, viruses are spreading worldwide at incredible speed.
It is said that the most significant cause of death for humankind is viruses, followed by murder. We promise that we put our maximum effort into developing healthy and productive relationships with current and future stakeholders all over the world to support livestock/animal farming wellness.

  • We work to create the farms of tomorrow: modern, efficient and sustainable with a better environment for breeders and animals alike.
  • We work for a safe production and supply of food by promoting HACCP traceability system.
  • We support the development of applied technologies.
  • We value the opinion of our customers and our staff.

Past achievements and history

2020 30-year anniversary celebration of Frontier International
First imports of UK boar semen
2019 AgroVision seminar “Agricultural software for livestock management”(Embassy of The Netherlands)
Conclusion of sales contract with AgroVision
Conclusion of sales contract with Aska Animal Health
Conclusion of sales contract with 台湾大成城企業股分有限公司
“The Japanese Swine Industry” lectured by Katsuhiko Onuki to the Belgian Feed Association (BFA) at the Embassy of Belgium in Japan
Katsuhiko Onuki:
Honorary member of the BPA (British Pig Association)
Distinguished service award ceremony presentation in the swine industry
Import of overseas purebred pigs (Berkshire, Duroc, Large Yorkshire, Landrace, Middle Yorkshire), lifetime achievement contributions to AI (Artificial Insemination) Techniques in Swine breeding, HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point)
The Japan Gibier Summit in Tokyo: “Hygienic treatment of dead animals – focus on composting”
Lecturer: Akinori Oshida

2018 Representative director Katsuhiko Onuki installed as Chairman
Representative director Norio Watanabe installed as COO

Conclusion of sales contract with Scientific Feed Laboratory

2017 Seminar “Opportunities for the swine industry in The Netherlands and the EU”
Lecturer: Gerard Driessen (Representative of the European Pig Producers)
“Ultrasound image analysis” seminar in Sapporo, Kanagawa, Hakata
Lecturer: Dr. Giovanni Gnemmi (Italy)
Conclusion of sales contract with Nisshin Marubeni
Establishment of North America office in Illinois, United States

2016 Import of Mangalitza pigs (Hungary’s treasured pig breed)
Conclusion of sales contract with Toppan Insatsu
Start of trading with Taiwan
2014 Ultrasonography seminar in Sapporo, Morioka, Tokyo (5th edition)
Lecturer: Dr. Giovanni Gnemmi (DVM, Ph.D., Diplomado ECBHM)
2012 Transfer of business from Agri-Systems to Frontier International
Ventilation, feeding, flooring, penning systems/equipment for pig houses
Establishment of Machida Office/Warehouse in Tokyo
2011 Conclusion of sales contract with Bayer Animal Health
2010 Distribution agreement with Brookside Agra (USA) for the import/sales of environment improving materials in Japan
2008 Start of trading with Boehringer Ingelheim Vet Medica Japan
2007 Distribution agreement with IMV Technologies (France) for the import/sales of AI swine equipment/consumables in Japan
Distribution agreement with SIMCRO (New Zealand) for the import/sales of animal health applicators in Japan

2005 Katsuhiko Onuki: certification as HACCP lead instructor (Washington DC, USA)
“Good Agricultural Practice” Safety Management at livestock barns (to maintain food safety from farm to table)
2003 Distribution agreement with ECM (France) for the import/sales of livestock ultrasound scanners in Japan
Distribution agreement with MIT (Canada) for the import/sales of needle-free injectors for livestock in Japan
2000 Start of trading with Zenoaq and Kyoritsu Seiyaku
1995 Distribution agreement with NORCHEM/PRINCE AGRI (USA) for the import/sales of Yucca, Quillaja in Japan
1994 Registration of Frontier International as an importer of animal feed materials
1993 Registration of Frontier International as an importer of foreign medical devices for animals
1990 Establishment of Frontier International
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