High quality seeds
Every day, millions of people eat fruit and vegetables grown from our seeds. it is a responsibility that inspires us to always think ahead.
Rijk Zwaan at a glance
4,000 employees
in over 30 countries
30% to R&D
of our annual turnover
30+ crops
over more than 1800 fruit and vegetable varieties
Continuous innovation
Research is at out core. We breed future-proof varieties with genetic resistance to plant diseases, in anticipation of climate change and ever-changing market demands. Puttingpeople first
It's not all about science and technology. There is something else - something you won’t find under a microscope or in a research lab. At Rijk Zwaan, we believe the way forward lies in putting people first. Envisioning the future
Together with our partners, we contribute to a sustainable world food supply by laying the foundation for healthy and appealing fruits and vegetables. We combine the rich genetic diversity that nature has to offer with craftsmanship and state-of-the-art technology. Positive societal impact
Our position as an internationally operating fruit and vegetable breeding company pushes us to look beyond borders and take care of the world around us. More of what we do
Solutions and varieties
Breeding a new variety takes between 6 and 16 years of research and development work, which is why we constantly think ahead.
Rijk Zwaan Learning
Platform for professionals to improve their knowledge with the expertise of Rijk Zwaan's specialists and partners. Grow your horticultural knowledge!
Love My Salad
Our global platform devoted to sharing knowledge and inspiration about vegetables.