Rijk Zwaan USA’s Mixed Melon Program
Rijk Zwaan USA’s Mixed Melon Program brings together a diverse range of melon segments developed through strategic breeding, global collaboration, and rigorous U.S. testing. With a strong emphasis on exceptional eating quality and reliable performance, the program reflects our commitment to offering innovative, high‑value solutions for growers, retailers, and consumers.
Felda Fall Open Field Days Deliver Quality and Maturity
Our recent Felda Fall Open Field Days welcomed dealers and growers to our research farm in Felda, FL, for an event focused on showcasing crop performance and program depth. This season’s trials highlighted exceptional quality and maturity across multiple crops, supported by a strong RZ team.
Rijk Zwaan USA launches lettuce variety with new aphid resistance
Rijk Zwaan USA has introduced the first Salanova multi-leaf variety – Hirst RZ – with high resistance against biotypes 0 and 1 of the extremely troublesome blackcurrant-lettuce (red) aphid Nasonovia ribisnigri (Nr:0,1).
Experience Innovation at IFPA Global Produce & Floral Show
Join Rijk Zwaan at the IFPA Global Produce & Floral Show in Anaheim, October 17–18, at Booth 639. We’ll be showcasing a lineup of indoor and outdoor products designed to inspire and elevate your retail offerings.
Fresh Flavors and Smart Solutions: Rijk Zwaan at IFPA Foodservice 2025
Rijk Zwaan is bringing fresh thinking to the table at the IFPA Foodservice Conference on Friday, August 1, 2025 in Monterey, California.
Veggies First launches first campaign
Across the globe, most people consistently eat too few vegetables. That’s why Veggies First has been launched: an international movement dedicated to increasing vegetable consumption.
Denomination of New Official Downy Mildew Race in Lettuce for Western US
On July 1, the US committee of the International Bremia Evaluation Board (IBEB-US) published the denomination of a new race of downy mildew in lettuce, occurring in the western US: BI: 10US.
Rijk Zwaan USA Expands Team in Midwest and Northeast Regions
Rijk Zwaan USA is excited to announce the expansion of its team in the Midwest and Northeast regions, enhancing its commitment to providing exceptional service and innovative solutions to local growers and dealers. This expansion includes the addition of new representatives to the pickling cucumber team and more support for growing programs in crops such as cabbage, watermelons, peppers, and squash. By moving closer to customers, Rijk Zwaan USA aims to offer better local coverage, technical advice, and introduce advanced varieties to meet the evolving needs of the agriculture community.
Spring Felda Open Field Days 2025
Today kicks off our Spring Open Field Days event, two days dedicated to presenting our latest crop varieties at our research farm in Felda, FL. This spring, we are showcasing our advancements in squash, pickling cucumbers, melons, peppers, and cabbage.