As a relatively small country, the Netherlands can be described as a world player in fruits and vegetables. In 2018 the import value increased with 5% to €7.6 billion and our export value increased with 4% to €11.3 billion. Almost 90% of all export products are sold to countries within the EU. With its strong network for fresh produce, the Dutch fruit and vegetable sector is able to excellently fulfil its role as an importer. They also add value to the products, for example by maturing products and delivering ready-to-eat products.

With the Westland and other greenhouse horticulture areas as production pillars and the proximity of the port of Rotterdam, the Dutch sector is world famous as a (re-)exporter of vegetables, fruit, flowers and plants. In addition, thanks to a collaboration with Wageningen University, the sector holds a huge amount of knowledge. All in all, we are located at a logistical hotspot. We are proud to have opened a new building at the Bleiswijk auction site in the spring of 2018, with all the necessary office space and the opportunity to store products and to cross-dock.