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Stories17-07-2024
“Rijk Zwaan feels like a close friend”
Contributing to a healthy lifestyle is a key driver of the ambitious Indian nursery, Nutrifresh. One way they achieve this is by cultivating SN!BS snack vegetables. “Children love the colours and shapes, while retailers are always keen on new products. Rijk Zwaan is my trusted partner for new varieties, high-quality seeds, agronomic help, and marketing connections. The company feels like a close friend,” co-founder and CEO Sanket Mehta says. He is looking forward to visiting the Rijk Zwaan stand again at this year’s Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong.
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News09-07-2024
Tirsuli RZ: the perfect sub-tropical cauliflower hybrid
We are thrilled to announce the latest member of our cauliflower portfolio: Tirsuli RZ F1 Cauliflower! Named after the iconic Himalayan Peak Tirsuli, this variety has been specifically developed for subtropical climates in India, representing a significant advancement in our cauliflower offerings.
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News01-07-2024
Rijk Zwaan celebrates 100 years of people, pioneering and ‘moving forward’
Rijk Zwaan, an international fruit and vegetable breeding company, is celebrating its first centenary. Since its foundation in 1924, Rijk Zwaan has grown into a global player active in more than 100 countries. The centenary celebrations kicked off on 1 July, the exact date that the company was originally founded.
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News10-06-2024
Rijk Zwaan’s Sweet Pepper brands receive high recognition at ITQI
Last week, Rijk Zwaan’s Tatayoyo and Sweet Palermo received high recognition from the International Taste Institute (ITQI). The esteemed ITQI jury, consisting of multiple renowned chefs, awarded high marks to Rijk Zwaan’s products. Tatayoyo achieved the highest rating of three stars for its exceptional, appearance, olfaction, bursting flavour and texture. Sweet Palermo also received excellent scores, with the yellow sweet pointed pepper earning three stars as well. This recognition perfectly aligns with Rijk Zwaan's strategy to support these products with a brand that allows the company to explain their benefits throughout the supply chain.
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Events02-06-2024
RZ India Celebrates Melon Day at R & D Station, Pune
Rijk Zwaan India celebrates Melon Day at R&D station, Pune, Maharashtra to introduce & experience one of the best hybrids with different segments & types. Farmers, retailers, online buyers and exporters gathered together to share knowledge and connections.
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Stories27-05-2024
These seven brassica specialties tick the right boxes
New brassica trends often start in Asia and the USA, according to Michael Kreitz, Crop Coordinator Cauliflower and Kohlrabi at Rijk Zwaan. But the popularity of novelties like green or white Romanesco and purple cauliflower is not limited to trending markets; they also add value in traditional markets. He highlights seven interesting Rijk Zwaan brassica specialties that tick the most important boxes.
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News12-05-2024
Rijk Zwaan Launches Free E-Learning Course for Indoor Sweet Pepper Cultivation
We proudly announce the launch of our e-learning course on indoor sweet pepper cultivation, tailored specifically for India. This comprehensive course aims to revolutionize sweet pepper farming practices, catering to both seasoned growers and newcomers to the industry.
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News23-04-2024
Indoor Crop Demo Day, 24th April 2024
Exciting day at our R&D station, Langrian, Punjab as we hosted a demo day for indoor crop cultivation!
We were thrilled to welcome 150 progressive farmers and our esteemed distributors from Punjab, Himachal & Haryana, who were eager to explore the potential of indoor farming.
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News10-04-2024
The changing landscape of the pickling cucumber industry
A market that evolves continuously needs innovations. Each market
seeks certain traits that help them to reach their best potential in terms
of production and quality to meet the needs of the entire chain. A
company such as Rijk Zwaan stands at the beginning of this chain: Rijk
Zwaan breeds for new traits to cross in varieties to meet these needs. But
how do they accomplish this? How do they stay informed about current
events in North America while being active in so many different
countries? What are key traits to focus on right now? And what does this
mean for you – as a partner in this chain? Discover this when you delve
into the article below.