Schoneveld Breeding becomes part of the family-owned company De Groot en Slot. Together, the companies see a promising future in which they can take steps in sustainability and innovation within the agricultural and horticultural sector.
For years, Schoneveld Breeding has been working on a new generation of more sustainably grown flowering pot plants. Through craftsmanship, innovative breeding techniques, strong partnerships, targeted cultivation and sales support, the company develops strong genetics and added value for its chain partners. This aligns well with the vision of De Groot en Slot. As a market leader in onion seed breeding and production, active in the development of the seaweed sector and one of the founders of the Intratuin concept, De Groot en Slot stands for innovation, quality and a sustainable future.
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As part of De Groot en Slot Family Business, Schoneveld Breeding is taking the next step in development and long-term continuity. The focus on knowledge development, chain collaboration, and commitment to sustainability and innovation provides a strong shared foundation. Schoneveld Breeding will continue to operate as an independent company under the leadership of Peter van de Pol.
Since 2020, Beekenkamp Plants has held a minority share in Schoneveld Breeding, enabling valuable knowledge exchange in breeding and product development. De Groot en Slot – Family Business will become the full owner and acquire all shares from both Peter van de Pol and Beekenkamp Plants. Schoneveld Breeding will remain a supplier to Beekenkamp Plants, ensuring that customers can continue to rely on the same quality and service.
Martin Slot, director of De Groot en Slot Family Business, said: "The future of the agricultural sector is full of challenges. Together with Schoneveld Breeding, we see numerous opportunities to strengthen our companies, the value chain, and the market—particularly through sharing knowledge in breeding, development, and genetics. Schoneveld Breeding fits very well within our family business."
Peter van de Pol, owner and director of Schoneveld Breeding, stated: "Together, we can stay ahead in a rapidly changing market with increasingly high demands. De Groot en Slot Family Business gives us the opportunity to continue innovating, reduce our time to market, introduce new product-market combinations and keep investing in sustainably produced genetics. This enables us to continue offering our chain partners the lead and added value they need."
Schoneveld Breeding
Sluinerweg 15
7384 SC Wilp
Tel: +31 (0)571 27 17 17
www.schoneveld-breeding.com
