First pile for new greenhouse at De Poel 18 in Monster

The new greenhouse will cover an area of around 1.4 hectares and will serve as an extension of Koppert Cress' existing facilities. This will strengthen the company's position as a pioneer in the cultivation of edible plants and cresses, with innovation and sustainability at its core.

Courtesy of construction partners Kubo Group and Vyverberg, the construction of this modern greenhouse is in line with Koppert Cress' growth ambitions and provides space for further development of high-quality products. Besides innovative cultivation techniques, the greenhouse will be equipped with sustainable energy solutions, including geothermal heat and the innovative Geysir glass. These contribute to the goal of further reducing the company's ecological footprint.

‘The construction of this greenhouse is an important step in our mission not only to introduce healthy and special flavours, but also to do so in a way that is future-proof and sustainable,’ said Stijn Baan, general director of Koppert Cress. To mark this moment, Rob Baan and Theo Cuppen symbolically struck the first pile. The next few months will see hard work towards the realisation of the project, which is expected to be completed in October 2025. The project marks a new milestone in the development of Koppert Cress as a leader in sustainable horticulture and innovation.