Discover our Spinach
We invest in our spinach breeding program to create a wide assortment of spinach seeds, for varieties tailored to growing conditions and market demands in the UK.
Spinach seeds for all markets
Meet increasing global demands and overcome the challenges imposed by climate change with our high quality spinach seeds and expert advice. We invest in research, development, and a comprehensive breeding program, resulting in breakthrough innovations that support the success of the UK vegetable industry. Whether you supply the babyleaf, fresh, or industry market, you will find the variety you need at Rijk Zwaan.
Two new races of downy mildew in spinach
Two new races of the downy mildew pathogen (Peronospora effusa) on spinach have been denominated by the International Working Group on Peronospora in spinach (IWGP). Isolate SP1924 found in Europe, is denominated as race Pe: 18. Isolate UA202001E, found in the USA, is denominated as race Pe: 19. Rijk Zwaan’s spinach program has already a selection of varieties resistant to Pe: 18 and Pe: 19. 
Starting the 2023 season with Platypus RZ
With high yields and strong resistance against leaf disease, Platypus RZ is a staple of the Rijk Zwaan spinach seeds assortment. The fast-growing plants produce an early crop, making Platypus RZ our pick to start the 2023 spinach season in the UK. Start sowing from late February/early March (depending on weather conditions). Leader in spinach breeding for 25+ years
Knowledge
We strive to be the best in creating new varieties with both farm input as well as downstream traits that offer value for our clients
We strive to be the best in developing state of the art services for our clients, supporting them in creating value from our seeds as well as services.
Quality
Through trial stations and information exchange, we are quickly able to identify varieties with potential and to produce seeds thereof. Our seed production and subsequent quality and logistical processes are focussed on delivering high quality seeds, on time, in the right quantity and at the lowest cost possible. We however will never compromise on our quality.
Partnerships
Our personalized client management approach contains state of the art services and solutions for our clients. Above all this approach is deeply rooted in our company culture and is based on key values such as honesty, reliability, respect, excellent business ethics, sustainability, dedication, entrepreneurship.