What is Seed Valley? Seed Valley is the global center for plant breeding and seed technology.

A place with pioneering companies in plant breeding and seed technology.

Located in the province of North Holland, Seed Valley is a unique ecosystem where more than 25 companies work together to shape the future of food, flowers and sustainable agriculture. From higher yields, disease resistance and improved taste and shelf life to innovative and sustainable food and flower production, the innovations developed here make an impact around the world.

What makes Seed Valley so fascinating is how it all begins. With a single seed, sometimes just a few millimetres in size. Here, seeds are bred, tested and refined until every detail is right. Once they are, they travel far beyond this region to growers, markets and ecosystems across the globe. A small beginning that influences the way we grow food, feed people and care for our planet.

Behind every step are the people who make it possible. More than 3,800 talented professionals work in Seed Valley every day, advancing the future of plant breeding and seed technology. Biologists, data scientists, engineers, researchers, operators and creative thinkers all contribute their expertise. Together, they help feed the world and bring colour to it.

Seed Valley is also a place where talent grows. Ideas take root, innovation flourishes and careers develop in unexpected directions.

On average, Seed Valley companies invest 16% of their annual turnover in research and development, with some investing as much as 30%. It is no surprise that innovation never stands still. With more than 500 job openings and internships every year, there is always room for new talent. Whether you are a vocational (MBO), university of applied sciences (HBO) or research university (WO) student, an experienced professional or just starting your career, there is a place for you in Seed Valley.

"Seed Valley companies invest an average of 16% of their annual turnover in research and development, with some investing as much as 30%. It is no surprise that innovation never stands still. With more than 500 job opportunities and internships available each year, there is always room for new talent and enthusiastic minds. Whether you are just starting your career or are an experienced professional, and whether your background is vocational education, a university of applied sciences or a research university, there is a place for everyone in Seed Valley."
— Delia Bakker, Seed Valley Navigator

Navigating the World of Seeds and Plants

Behind the Seed Valley Foundation is a passionate team dedicated to connecting talent with the world of seeds and plants every day. From our headquarters in Zwaag, we work closely with companies, educational institutions and industry partners to help build a strong, innovative and future ready sector.

Guided by one clear strategy and three complementary programme pillars, we introduce talent to the world of seeds and plants. By bringing together people, knowledge and opportunities, we help the innovators of tomorrow discover their place in the seed industry.