Erich Wesjohann & family

Erich Wesjohann & family

Erich Wesjohann & family (#624)

  • $ 7 B
  • Poultry genetics
  • Germany
  • M
  • 80 Years

About Me

Erich Wesjohann is the chairman and namesake of Germany-based EW Group, the world's largest poultry breeding and genetics company. EW Group was founded in 1999, when Wesjohann and his brother Paul-Heinz decided to split up their family chicken company, originally dating to 1932. In 2020, EW Group pulled in total revenue of $3.3 billion. Two U.S. poultry breeders Aviagen and Hubbard make up key assets in EW Group's portfolio. The low-profile billionaire and his wife have transferred a portion of ownership in EW Group to other members of their family over the years.
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Career Highlights

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  • #623   Billionaires (2026)

Wealth Growth

Net Worth Growth Over Time

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Current Net Worth: $6.6B (May 4, 2026)