With the launch of a cutting-edge expansion in Enkhuizen, Enza Zaden takes a major step forward in its innovation and sustainability ambitions with the official opening of Dee Viate.
The 2-hectare expansion features a high-tech R&D greenhouse, a sustainable energy centre, and a multifunctional facility building. This additional capacity supports the company’s continued growth and enables Enza Zaden to meet the increasing global demand for high-quality vegetable seeds. The greenhouse is purpose-built for cucumber breeding, one of the company’s key crops. The name Dee Viate comes from a trusted and efficient cucumber variety known for its reliability, productivity, and quality. Smart, strong, and efficient
The opening of Dee Viate is a key milestone in the master plan for Enza Zaden’s headquarters in Enkhuizen, a long-term vision focused on growth, innovation, and the sustainable development of the company’s facilities.
“Dee Viate represents our future: smart, strong, and efficient – exactly what we aim to embody,” says Andreas Sewing, Chief Scientific Officer. “With this high-tech and sustainable expansion, we’re investing in our breeding capacity – especially for cucumber – and reinforcing our promise to customers: delivering the best genetics.”
“Dee Viate is a great example of our ongoing investment in sustainable growth. We’re giving shape to our ambitions while staying true to our mission,” adds Dirk Neelis, CFO of Enza Zaden. “We’re building a future-proof organisation for our colleagues, supply chain partners, and future generations. It strengthens both our global infrastructure and our mission: Breeding to feed the world.”.
