Enza Zaden will open its Enkhuizen headquarters to growers, crop experts and industry professionals in September for Discovery Field Days Hydro/CEA 2026
Seed specialist Enza Zaden will bring together stakeholders from the industry for its Discovery Field Days Hydro/CEA 2026, which takes place at the group’s headquarters in Enkhuizen, the Netherlands on 22-24 September.
The event will see growers, industry professionals, and crop experts explore how innovation in hydroponic breeding can lead to for greater consistency, reliability, and efficiency in increasingly sophisticated production systems, and support the future of leafy vegetable production.
Enza Zaden noted that the event offers a unique opportunity to experience the latest developments in hydroponic lettuce breeding in a realistic commercial growing environment.
Visitors will gain first-hand insights into new variety developments, breeding innovations, and practical solutions designed specifically for high-tech growing systems, it confirmed.
”The central theme of the 2026 edition is root health, reflecting its fundamental role in modern hydroponic/CEA cultivation,” the group stated.
”Strong and healthy roots form the basis for uniform growth, crop vigour, production reliability, and overall crop performance.
”As growers face increasing pressure to optimise productivity while managing risk, root system resilience is becoming a critical factor in achieving consistent results,” it outlined.
Throughout the event, Enza Zaden’s specialists will demonstrate how dedicated breeding efforts can contribute to stronger crops and greater confidence throughout the production cycle.
From plant establishment to harvest, visitors will discover how genetics can support crop resilience and performance where it matters most.
Attendees will have the opportunity to explore Enza Zaden’s hydroponic lettuce portfolio for the whole head, trio and high-density segment, and a selection of promising new introductions currently under development.
Enza Zaden pointed out that these varieties have been bred with a strong focus on characteristics that matter most to commercial growers, including strong root systems, uniform crop growth, attractive leaf quality, production consistency, and reliable performance under hydroponic conditions.
”Together, these traits can help growers improve operational efficiency, achieve more predictable production outcomes, and supply the market with high-quality products that meet the expectations of retailers, processors, and consumers alike,” the group commented.
In addition to the variety showcase, visitors will have direct access to experts from Enza Zaden’s breeding, phytopathology and product development.
Through expert discussions and interactive knowledge-sharing sessions, attendees will gain practical insights into some of the most important topics shaping the hydroponic leafy industry today.
“The event is designed to encourage dialogue, knowledge exchange, and collaboration between growers and specialists who share a common goal: building stronger, more resilient production systems for the future,” Enza Zaden concluded.
