Numerous different climate zones, seasonal temperature fluctuations and cold chain transport over very long distances – these are just some of the challenges faced by growers in a country as big as China. To maintain predictable supply capacity and fulfil customer agreements all year round, they require varieties that deliver consistent performance in terms of yield, quality, uniformity and shelf life. Chinese full-chain enterprise Shenzhen Maoxiong Industrial Co Ltd has found the perfect solution in Rijk Zwaan’s oxheart cabbage variety, Teama 30-630.

As consumer trends shift towards healthier, convenient and high-quality lifestyle nutrition, premium snack vegetables are becoming increasingly popular among consumers in Korea. Rijk Zwaan is working with Nongsan Trading to build Sweet Palermo’s brand image and market presence there.

From Western Australia to China, Kelvin RZ is helping celery growers maintain reliable production under challenging conditions. Besides supporting consistent product quality, marketable yields and efficient packing and transport, the dependability of this variety results in less waste and a more secure supply for customers, improving short and long-term continuity across the value chain.

From 2–4 September 2026, fruit and vegetable breeding company Rijk Zwaan will welcome growers, traders, retailers and foodservice partners to Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong (Stand Hall 5, 05A02).

Rijk Zwaan is taking the next step in its international growth with the opening of a new subsidiary in South Korea. With this expansion, the international fruit and vegetable breeding company aims to respond more effectively to the rapidly growing demand for high-quality vegetable varieties and to strengthen its service towards local customers.

Rijk Zwaan’s new Trial Centre Open Field in the Netherlands, is now officially open. This state-of-the-art facility will enable the fruit and vegetable breeding company to further strengthen both its practical research and its presentation of open-field varieties to customers and value chain partners from around the world.

Discover our new sustainability brochure Doing Business with Respect: Environment 2025–2026, outlining our CSR pillars with a focus on environmental actions and ambitions. Learn how we address climate, water, biodiversity, circularity and a clean living environment.

Babyleaf spinach has become popular due to its versatility: from salads and stir-fries to pizza toppings and smoothies. Moreover, availability is rarely an issue, because this healthy and tasty vegetable can be found in a supermarket’s chilled section all year round. Thanks in part to Rijk Zwaan’s comprehensive product range, growers can fulfil year-round delivery promises to retailers. In the meantime, behind the scenes, Rijk Zwaan’s market specialists and breeders are already working on the babyleaf spinach of tomorrow. Climate change, disease resistance and hydroponics are just some of the factors they need to consider.

February saw us heading to Nuremberg in Germany to discover all that BIOFACH had to offer. With no less than 140 participating countries and 3,500 exhibitors, this is the fair for professionals in the organic sector. Trends and developments in bio and the latest concepts in organic food, BIOFACH 2020 had it all.