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

Leaders in plant breeding and seed technology.

In the northern tip of North Holland lies a place where, for generations, everything has revolved around seeds and plants. Here, dozens of companies are working on new vegetable and flower varieties, right in the heart of the fertile soil where it all began with a few innovative farmers. What is researched, developed, and grown here eventually finds its way to more than a hundred countries.

Today, Seed Valley is home to the leaders in plant breeding and seed technology: from growers to breeders, crop care specialists to IT professionals, and from biochemists to operators. A community of companies, educational institutions, and municipalities that work together to ensure that talent and knowledge are utilized to the fullest. In this way, a relatively small part of North Holland has grown into a hub where nature, science, technology, and talent converge.

"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, there is a place for everyone in Seed Valley."
— Delia Bakker, Seed Valley Navigator

A unique ecosystem.

Behind Seed Valley lies a powerful network of companies, research institutions, and people. More than 25 leading companies and 3,800 unique professionals work here every day on the future of plant breeding and seed technology. Biologists, data scientists, engineers, researchers, operators, and creative professionals. Each and every one of them is a passionate enthusiast who feeds the world and brings color to it.