Svansø Blå Birkes

Svansø Blå Birkes (Blue Poppy Seeds) is a staple ingredient in Danish baking, commonly used for traditional pastries like Tebirkes or bread toppings. The Svansø brand has a long-standing history in Denmark, known for specialty oils, dressings, and baking seeds. While the brand is quintessentially Danish in origin, poppy seeds are predominantly agricultural products harvested in various countries across Europe and Asia, with Svansø sourcing from global markets to ensure quality.

The brand was originally established by Danish entrepreneur Peder Svansø. Today, it is part of the extensive portfolio of the Haugen-Gruppen, which is owned by the Norwegian parent company Orkla ASA. Orkla is a major industrial conglomerate in the Nordic and Baltic regions, specializing in consumer goods and food products. This ownership places Svansø under one of Scandinavia’s largest corporate umbrellas while maintaining its local Danish heritage.