NEWS OVERVIEW
Agrico News
Stay up to date with the latest news from Agrico! On this page, you’ll find updates on innovations, events, and developments in the potato sector. From new varieties and sustainability initiatives to international collaborations – discover what’s happening within our organization and in the world of potatoes.
With ‘Varieties of Life’, Agrico is harnessing the power of a diverse range of varieties
With a broad and diverse range of varieties, the Agrico Cooperative is responding to the changing needs of growers, processors and consumers. Managing Director Mark Zuidhof made this point at the opening of the Varieties and Seedlings Show in Bant.
King opens Agrico Research’s new laboratory in Bant
His Majesty the King has officially opened Agrico Research’s new laboratory building in Bant. With this new research centre, Agrico is investing in innovation, sustainability and breeding research.
Agrico Research’s New Quarantine Laboratory
The new quarantine laboratory at Agrico Research has officially been commissioned. With increased capacity, innovative technology, and an efficient layout, the laboratory is ready for the future.
Battery storage system makes Agrico Research flexible and energy-neutral
Construction of the new facilities at Agrico Research is progressing rapidly. So far, only one issue has required additional attention: limited electricity grid capacity, preventing an upgrade. With the purchase of a three-module battery storage system, this constraint now appears to have been resolved, which will allow the new laboratory to operate at full capacity. In the long term, this investment is also expected to deliver lasting financial benefits.
With ‘Stronger by Nature’ Agrico takes on the challenges of the potato sector
Agrico is strongly committed to addressing the challenges facing the potato sector through its varieties portfolio. Varieties that give growers confidence where it matters most: yield, quality, and income, under Agrico’s Stronger by Nature theme.
Agrico’s turnover hits record high of €537 million
Agrico achieved a record turnover of €537 million in the 2024/2025 financial year. This record turnover is mainly due to the combination of high sales prices and a large volume in the seed potato size. The figures were announced by Agrico CFO Henk Feijen during the Central Members’ Meeting held on Monday, 15 December.
Agrico takes on the challenges of the potato sector with 'Stonger by Nature'
Potato cooperative Agrico is strongly committed to addressing the challenges facing the potato sector through its varieties portfolio. Varieties that give growers confidence where it matters most: yield, quality, and income. That was the message from CEO Mark Zuidhof during the opening of this week’s Varieties and Seedling Show.
Meeting Agrifood Platform Ukraine
On October 1st, Agrico attended a meeting of the Agrifood Platform Ukraine. The platform aims to streamline reconstruction initiatives in Ukraine, focusing on agriculture. Read more about this meeting.
Joint presentation by the Agrico Group during Potato Europe
On September 3 and 4, Agrico, Semagri, and BioSelect jointly exhibited at Potato Europe. Managing Director Mark Zuidhof looks back on the international potato trade fair with a positive feeling.