Proud growers
From grandfather to father and from father to son or son-in-law.
Our growers are proud of their work and are firmly rooted in family traditions. They are true family businesses, where knowledge and experience are passed down from generation to generation—from grandfather to father and from father to son or son-in-law. This unique blend of craftsmanship and centuries-old traditions forms the foundation of their success.
Day in, day out, they work passionately and dedicatedly to grow the very best vegetables. They master every aspect of their craft to perfection: from sowing and nurturing the plants to harvesting and optimizing yields. Their love for the product goes hand in hand with a deep respect for nature and the land they work on.
Our growers are not only skilled professionals but also driven entrepreneurs. With a keen eye for innovation and future-proofing, they respond to market changes and new opportunities. They invest in sustainable techniques, continually expand their knowledge, and actively seek ways to further grow their business.
With this progressive mentality, our growers not only remain true to traditions but also build a strong foundation for the future, so that future generations can also enjoy the highest quality vegetables.
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Tolpoort Vegetables collaborates with 16 growers throughout the Netherlands and Spain, who together ensure the supply of high-quality vegetables, with a constant focus on quality, freshness, and efficiency.
Meet our chicory growers:
C.V. Collective Enterprise Rider
Aik Ruiter's family business has a rich history in horticulture. The company was founded in 1930, and since 1975 they have specialised in chicory grown hydroponically. Aik represents the fourth generation of growers, with a family history dating back to his...
Horti Hydro Cultures B.V.
After completing his studies at the R.H.Tu.S. in Utrecht, Koos Groot started his cultivation business 40 years ago as a second-generation grower, building on his father's work. It has since become a true family business: his wife Elvira takes care of public relations,...
Firma N. Sijm en Zn. from Andijk
In addition to farming, there is also time for relaxation. Cycling, cooking and following world politics are major hobbies. For more than 40 years, a special company has been located on the Rikkert in Andijk: N. Sijm & Zn. Here, chicory is grown with passion and...
Mts. Grooteman
This family business has been active in cultivation since 1970. What started with their father was later continued by Dick and Niels, and now Mick, the third generation, is ready to take over. The rest of the family also contributes: their father and mother still help...
Mts. G.J.M. de Wit en C.M.M. de Wit-Hauwert
This family business has been active in cultivation since 1977, after the Het Grootslag polder was parceled out. Father then built the new business in Grootebroek and started with cauliflower, potatoes, tulips, and winter chicory in the greenhouse. In 1982, chicory...
Fa. P. Broersen en Zn.
In 1985, the family business switched to chicory cultivation after years of being a mixed horticultural and bulb-growing business. Now, the second generation, Pierre and John, are the driving force behind the company. Pierre's wife Evelien also works there three days...
Verhage Witlof B.V.
In 1974, grandfather and father started growing chicory in open ground, without covering soil. Six years later, the company moved to its current location to continue growing and switch to water-based chicory cultivation. The third generation is now at the helm of this...
Mts. Van der Kolk
Mts. W en G Blok
The family business in the Noordoostpolder was founded in the 1950s by their grandfather, who moved with his family from Zeeland to the polder. In 1979, their father started the chicory farm, and chicory has been grown here for 45 years now. What started in open...
Handelskwekerij van Rossum
Meet our cauliflower growers:
Meet our broccoli growers:
PJ Laan en Zn. Andijk BV
Firma Goodijk
Goodijk is a family business that has been growing broccoli alongside arable farming and dairy farming since the 1980s. Since 2015, it has been run by the fourth and fifth generations: brothers Murk and Wiebe and their sons Edward and Eelco. Family members also work...
M. Botman Broccoli BV
Maarten started his own business on 1 January 1998, after he and his brother decided to go their separate ways. Building is in the family, because as far back as anyone can remember, a Botman has always been a builder. Family and partners play an important role within...
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Tolpoort Vegetables supplies high-quality outdoor vegetables, with a focus on sustainability, food safety and short supply chains, for year-round guaranteed fresh produce of top quality.
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Products
Cauliflower
Broccoli
White & Red chicory
Iceberg lettuce
Sprouts
Pointed cabbage
Red cabbage
White cabbage
