WE DEVELOP THE NEXT STEP IN AFRICAN HORTICULTURE
About Holland Greentech
Holland Greentech is enhancing horticulture in
Sub-Saharan Africa by providing high-quality
inputs and services to vegetable growers. With
offices in Rwanda, Uganda, Burundi, Zambia,
Zimbabwe, Kenya, Tanzania, Ghana, Benin, Senegal,
Niger, Burkina Faso, and the Netherlands,
Holland GreenTech supports farmers with
state-of-the-art technology and expertise.
We represent our world-leading partners:
RijkZwaan, Rivulis, Quinta, Jiffy, Koppert,
AgroCares, Bluelab and work closely together with
Delft University of Technology, HAS Green Academy – University of Applied Sciences & Agriterra
Where we operate
Our products & services
We offer a full range of products and services for sustainable horticulture
Seeds
We are the official supplier of RijkZwaan seeds in in 11 African countries. Their improved seeds gives higher yield and play an important role in healthy nutrition.
Greenhouses
A greenhouse can be one of the most efficient way to grow. With our partner Quinta we can supply high-tech, middle-tech, and low-tech greenhouses. We also have lots of expertise in delivering turn-key projects.
Irrigation solutions
Effective irrigation is key to maximizing crop yields and resource efficiency. We work with Rivulis irrigation to provide a wide range of irrigation solutions. Our expertise spans across delivering tailored, irrigation projects, ensuring that farmers get the right system for their needs.
Soil analysis & advice
We provide a simple and fast way of scanning soil nutrients with our SoilScanner. Based on a quick scan with spectography, you will get an advice within 10 minutes. This advice will cover what will grow well on your soil and what kind of fertilizers you might need.
Substrates & Soil improvement
Growing your seeds starts with the right foundation. Beyond fertilizers, healthy soil or proper substrates are crucial for strong root development. We offer innovative solutions like Jiffy’s substrates and Holland Farming’s Cropmax to improve soil health and boost crop productivity.
Integrated pest control
Crops need to be protected against pests and diseases. We offer a wide range of Kopperts biological control products, which improves crop health, resilience and production to sustain a healthy crops.
Projects & consultancy
Global expert consultancy for a sustainable and profitable horticultural sector
✓ Value chain development ✓Farming as a business ✓ climate Resilience ✓ Capacity building
Our team
Our Founder
Ir. Norbert van der Straaten
Norbert is the founder and CEO of Holland Greentech and based in the Netherlands. He has more than 30 years of professional experience in developing public private cooperation, programme and project management. He founded HGT in 2015 and is still building the organization.
Our Local Teams
Across the continent
With a presence in 12 countries, Holland Greentech thrives through strong local teams. Our Country Managers, with agronomy expertise and deep market understanding, lead with a bottom-up approach to further build the organization.
Our Consultants
Global focus, local expertise
HGT offers consultancy services to public and private organizations, focusing on strengthening the global horticultural sector. Our consultants specialize in areas like project management, soil and plant health, crop production, pesticide reduction, water and energy efficiency, strategy, finance, and business-oriented farming.
Our mission
Holland Greentech empowers African small commercial farmers. The company provides an integrated package of innovative products, knowledge, and market & finance connections. This helps developing the supply of sustainable healthy vegetables to the African cities.
We empower farmers by providing comprehensive knowledge in technical and business skills. We ensure environmental stewardship. We also facilitate their access to market and finance opportunities.
Our vision is to meet the increasing demand for vegetables in growing urban markets in Africa. We aim to increase food production, enhance food safety and use natural resources more efficiently. Think of sustainable investments in horticulture.
We call our vision ‘the next step in horticulture’ – where environmental consciousness is key.
We are dedicated to promoting sustainable practices, reduce post-harvest losses, improve soil health, reduce use of chemical pesticides and promote efficient use of water, energy and inputs.
Our vision
Contact us
There might be an office close to you
info@hollandgreentech.com
Oosterhamrikkade 119
9713 KC Groningen
The Netherlands
Registration number: 75862654