Panvita’s collaboration with Rijk Zwaan is set to produce its first crop this month, as demand for local, 12-month supply continues to grow
A company in Slovenia says it plans to start supplying high-quality lettuce all year round in June thanks to a new greenhouse project realised in partnership with seed breeder Rijk Zwaan.
Located in Nemščak, in the north-east region of Prekmurje, the 3,500ha facility employs around 700 people. And according to Panvita, it marks a major milestone for the company.
“We are very satisfied with Rijk Zwaan’s support, both during the construction phase and later during production,” say agronomist David Medvar and marketing manager Simona Petek Čerpnjak.
According to Medvar, the decision to work with Rijk Zwaan was in part a question of securing the right tools for the job.
“When we decided to build the greenhouse, we were looking for a partner who could help us select the right technology to meet our needs,” he states. “We chose Rijk Zwaan because of the high-quality seeds and the continuous support they offer across all areas where we require additional assistance.”
Petek says Panvita sees the greenhouse project as an investment in the future of food. “We aim not only to ensure year-round access to fresh, safe, locally grown food, but also to reduce our country’s reliance on imports, enhance food security, and strengthen its self-sufficiency,” she comments.
“Our ongoing mission is to deliver high-quality, Slovenian-grown lettuce all year round. To make this happen, we’ll continue to work closely and effectively with our own team as well as specialists and trusted advisors like Rijk Zwaan.”
