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A. de Nijs & Zn. B.V. 50 years

A world product for the world market

Very tasty

They grow high in the Andes. Plants with a floury root, similar to truffles and very tasty. ‘They make a delicious dish, even for the Spanish’. Words written by chronicler Diego de Almagro during a violent expedition to Peru around 1536.

A versatile and valued nutritional source

The conquistadors introduced the potato to Europe. The crop was only grown on a small scale from the beginning of the 18th century. It was not very popular and long considered food for the poor. However, this attitude quickly changed. Thanks to breeding techniques and improved cultivation methods the potato has developed into a versatile and valued nutritional source.

A leading exportera leading exporter

There are currently some 250 varieties grown in the Netherlands, of which about 160 varieties are exported as seed potatoes. The Netherlands has evolved into a leading exporter in this sector, supplying customers worldwide. The Netherlands thanks its prominent position in potatoes to its favourable geographic situation and weather, advanced inspection services and obligatory quality inspections.

Potato varieties come and go, and lifecycles are becoming increasingly shorter. Essential in the continuous search for new, promising (monopoly) varieties is naturally healthy and virus-free parent material.

De Nijs Potatoes

De Nijs Potatoes in Warmenhuizen occupies an increasingly important role in the export of seed potatoes.
In 2006, the 50th anniversary will be celebrated of a company that has grown from a family run company in Noord-Holland into a major exporter with cultivation locations (pool contracts) throughout the whole country.
Since exports were concentrated on in 1997, the quantum has doubled. Currently 95% of the turnover is achieved by 40 to 50 potato varieties, including well-known cultivars such as Spunta and Desiree. Exports are shifting from the neighbouring countries to serving the entire world, with the emphasis on North Africa and the Middle East. At the moment these warmer regions account for more than 50% of the turnover. A number that continues to grow!

As well as seed potatoes, de Nijs Potatoes' trading activities also include importing and exporting consumer potatoes. Other markets are also being investigated, such as exporting onions and seeds. However, the major product remains seed potatoes. This is the area of expertise in which de Nijs Potatoes has excelled over the past fifty years. de Nijs is glad to share its experience and know-how – in the form of excellent parent material - with other potato growers in many countries.

De Nijs : 50 years special relationships
with potatoes