Social
People come first at Rijk Zwaan. Our priority is to offer all employees worldwide a sustainable and pleasant job, with good and fair employment conditions – not only in the Netherlands but also at our subsidiaries and external producers.
At Rijk Zwaan, we provide fair and decent work, offer extensive training opportunities, and value the opinions of our employees. How we interact is laid down in codes of conduct for employees and partnerships. The impact of our people-oriented strategy is clear in practice, for example in our low turnover and absenteeism rates.
Our examples
Putting people first
It's not all about science and technology. There is something else - something you won’t find under a microscope. At Rijk Zwaan, we believe in putting people first. 40-hour working week in Tanzania
In Tanzania, a 45-hour working week is common, which meant employees also worked on Saturdays. At Rijk Zwaan, we believe a healthy work-life balance is important. That’s why we switched to a 40-hour working week for our colleagues in Arusha, without reducing salaries. Local engagement
In the countries where we operate, we contribute to local communities in various ways. Each location makes its own choices. Breeding labour-friendly plants
An important step towards improving sustainability and efficiency is the introduction of plants that are easier to handle. This helps reduce the physical strain on growers. Three pilars for doing business with respect
Environment
Caring for nature and the environment at Rijk Zwaan means using natural resources responsibly and ensuring our operations are sustainable and environmentally friendly. Our priorities include climate, clean environment, water use, biodiversity, and circular economy.
Social
People come first at Rijk Zwaan. Our priority is to offer all employees worldwide a sustainable and pleasant job, with good and fair employment conditions – not only in the Netherlands but also at our subsidiaries and external producers.
Governance
Honest and ethically responsible entrepreneurship is embedded in our corporate culture worldwide. We make no concessions on this.