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Construction of Rijk Zwaan’s new open-field demo location is officially underway
Martijn Eggink, Managing Director of Rijk Zwaan, symbolically drove the first stake in the ground on 11 July. This marked the official start of construction work for the Trial Centre Open Field. The new facility in Heijningen, in the West-Brabant region of the Netherlands, will be home to the open-field team and the new demo location for Rijk Zwaan’s open-field vegetables.
Organic vegetables on the barbecue: “We were stunned by how delicious everything was”
When barbecue season arrives in the summer, meat is the first thing on most consumers’ minds. But according to Martijn Korving, chef at sustainable event venue De Vuurplaats in De Bilt, the Netherlands, vegetables also deserve a starring role. During his inspiration session on 17 June, approximately 20 organic growers and retailers experienced for themselves just how tasty barbecued leeks, pointed cabbage and peppers can be.
Superior Taste Awards | Three products, Three wins
Three products summitted fruit and vegetable breeding company Rijk Zwaan to the International Taste Quality Institute (ITQI) this year. All three have been awarded the maximum 3-star Superior Taste Award!