Putting people first
It's not all about science and technology. There is something else - something you won't find under a research microscope. At Rijk Zwaan, we believe in putting people first.
For us, this means prioritising the well-being and satisfaction of our employees, customers and stakeholders. By creating a supportive and inclusive culture, we aim to foster long-term success and positive societal impact
Our company culture
Our company's primary goal is to offer employees a long-term and enjoyable job. Rijk Zwaan's company culture plays a key role in everything we do.
In support of this, our international HR policy is built around:
- Excellent business ethics
- A pleasant atmosphere based on openness, trust, honesty, respect for others, team spirit and high moral standards and values
- Entrepreneurial spirit with plenty of scope for creativity and innovation
Family-owned company
Each with their specific focus area, the members of the Rijk Zwaan board of directors (Ben Tax, Marco van Leeuwen and Kees Reinink) collectively share full responsibility for the organisation as a whole. This joint commitment extends to our shareholders, represented by Anton van Doornmalen, Ben Tax and Michiel Zwaan - who are closely and actively engaged with the company and our company culture. The world of Rijk Zwaan
Continuous innovation
Every day, millions of people eat fruit and vegetables grown from our seeds. This responsibility inspires us to constantly think ahead.
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.