ABOUT US

Agriom specialises in breeding plant varieties for the production of floriculture and soft fruit crops.

Agriom is a specialist breeding company in the Dutch town of De Kwakel, home of seven joint-venture companies, each of which excels in activities involving a specific crop. These companies are subsidiaries (most of which have internationally operating or foreign shareholders) which were established to promote the identity of their previously successful breeding efforts in the market in which each subsidiary operates. These shareholders are excellent companies with leading positions in the global market. Agriom participates in each of these joint ventures.

Together with its partners, Agriom follows the global developments in the floriculture and fruit production sectors. Responding to changing market demands regarding product characteristics or colours involves a continuous process of development and selection.

In addition to breeding activities implemented within the joint-venture companies, Agriom conducts breeding and research activities for other propagation and/or production companies and provides them with assistance regarding their breeding operations.

This assistance can range from consulting services to the complete design and implementation of a breeding project. Agriom also conducts breeding-related research.

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The breeding operations at Agriom are based on traditional methods of plant breeding. By making the best possible use of the natural genetic variation existing in every plant, it is quite possible to arrive at improvements in the assortment. The result is a generation of varieties displaying better production characteristics and a superior quality. Our programme complies completely with the registration requirements stipulated in the Nagoya Protocol.

The objective, development and implementation of a breeding programme are established in close consultation with the customer. Agriom’s international network and knowledge of both the Dutch and foreign markets are the basis of success in the introduction of new varieties.

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Agrioms breeding activities are housed in a fully equipped 2 hectare greenhouse facility. The consumer value of the products can be tested under specific conditions in a vase life testing facility. Agriom also has special areas for disease-resistance testing and a tissue culture laboratory that enables the rapid propagation of new products when necessary. It can also be used for other activities to support plant breeding such as mutagenesis, the production of virus-free plants, ploidy modification and embryo rescue.

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13-16 June 2023Flower TrialsAgriom, HBA, MBA, Difference Roses, Zamiospecialties

Please check the Dutch page ‘vacatures’ for vacancies.


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SERVICES

Agriom provides expertise in a wide range of areas including breeding, consulting, research and positioning of concepts.

BREEDING

Agriom’s extensive practical experience with many floriculture and soft fruit crops combined with access to academic expertise enables us to develop and execute both small and large-scaled breeding programmes for many crops.
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STRENGTHENING OF MARKET POSITION

Due to our extensive network of distributors and partners worldwide Agriom keeps a close eye on international trends and developments. By adapting our breeding targets and selection criteria we are able to act and react accordingly. We optimise the productline as well as sales opportunities overseas.

CONSULTING

Agriom is your ideal partner for assisting in the start-up of a new breeding programme. Our extensive knowledge of subsidy opportunities enables a quick-scan for financial support. Professional consultants guide the various steps during the process towards the desired start of your programme.

RESEARCH

Agriom houses facilities needed to conduct various kinds of research related to the needs of the floriculture sector. These could range from testing consumer value to literature reviews. Our close contacts and cooperation with various research institutes ensures we are up to date with the latest techniques.

CROPS

Ever since beginning its breeding activities in 1985, Agriom and its partners have been successful in developing varieties for the production of floriculture and soft fruit crops.

SALES & SUPPORT

For commercial inquiries: 

GENERAL/CUT FLOWERS
POTPLANTS

CONTACT

The Agriom team will be pleased to welcome you.

A4 Amsterdam – Den Haag: take the Aalsmeer (N201) exit.
Take the N201 towards Aalsmeer, follow the ring road around Aalsmeer, go through the Waterwolftunnel, and then follow the N201 to its intersection with the N231 (Legmeerdijk). Turn right towards Kudelstaart. Follow the N231 for about 4.5 km until you reach a location 100 m after the BP petrol station. Turn right and then left onto: Achterweg. After 1 km on the right hand.

A2 Utrecht – Amsterdam: take the Vinkeveen (N201) exit.
Follow the N201 towards Vinkeveen past Mijdrecht, turn left at Amstelhoek onto the N196, drive through Uithoorn until you get to the intersection with the N231. Turn left towards Kudelstaart. Follow the N231 for about 2.5 km until you reach a location 100 m after the BP petrol station. Turn right and then left onto: Achterweg. After 1 km on the right hand.

NEWS

News from Agriom and its partners.

PLAN YOUR VISIT: JUNE 13 – 16, 2023 FLOWER TRIALS AT AGRIOM

De Kwakel, April 2023 -During the FlowerTrials® 2023 we present the newest developments in breeding Hydrangea, Mandevilla, scented Pelargonium, Veronica, pot roses, succulents, black Zamioculcas, potted Calla and soft fruit (blueberry, raspberry). We welcome you at our showhouse and greenhouse at Achterweg 58a in De Kwakel. June 13-16, 2023 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 08:00-18:00 h. Friday: ...

CULTIVATING TOP-LEVEL DEWI-DELPHINIUMS UNDER KENYAN CONDITIONS

De Kwakel, March 2023 – How do you grow top-level delphiniums from the Dewi series? Nico Wigchert shows it to the owners and cultivation employees of nursery Mau Floral. Nico Wigchert visited the Kenyan nursery together with Jaap Stelder of Agriom in De Kwakel. Together, the two companies are developing an extensive range of Dewi varieties ...

SEARCHING FOR TASTY BLUEBERRY VARIETIES WITH ORNAMENTAL VALLUE

De Kwakel, March 2023 – FV Selections (www.fvselections.com) and Agriom are working hard on new blueberry varieties that meets the consumer desire to grow their own fruit. These new blueberry varieties must provide tasty berries as well as have ornamental value. To lift a tip of the veil: we are thrilled to show this beautiful ...