Van der Avoird Trayplant
We are specialized in growing raspberry and strawberry starting material. This varies from strawberry cuttings up to tray plants and raspberries from misted tips to longcanes. To achieve this we grow at 5 locations (over 35 ha).
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- Business Type:
- Technology
- Industry Type:
- Crop Cultivation
- Market Focus:
- Internationally (various countries)
Environment
In beautiful Holland we live with many people on a small piece of earth. Despite the freedom of expression, we must respect our environment, as an individual, as a family or company. On one hand a lot is arranged by law in the Netherlands, on the other hand there are several values and unwritten laws that might be even more important.
For us as a company, internal information is very important, but also the environment must be informed (for example neighbours)! Before we actually take action, we must share information: what we do and why we do it, is extremely important! In most cases, this creates understanding and acceptance. How will you define your land? With a fence? A wall? Or with natural / green material? Everyone will have an opinion about that. Obviously a number of issues are regulated by law but consulting the neighbours and considering if it fits in the environment, are essential issues. Eventually, everything must be placed in an economic perspective.
Within the municipality of Alphen Chaam is a great initiative: Cittaslow
A good example of the above mentioned statement, is the cooperation of Van der Avoird Trayplant in producing “Framboise d’Avoird”, a delicious raspberry wine. Minicamping Wilgenweide and Wijngaard Dassemus are two local enterprises with whom we cooperate to bring a wonderful natural product on the market.
Environment & Nature
If you work within the agricultural sector, it is needless to say you love nature and the environment! Within our own sites, we try to achieve a proper adjustment in the area. We work with natural and native vegetation as much as possible. The alder plays an essential role in the separation of the plots.
In summer, this hedge acts as a natural windbreak for our crops. In winter it is ideal as a wintering place for “natural enemies” (Click on the link for a brief overview of natural enemies). Several Orius- species and parasitic wasps (see main picture) can overwinter well because of the open structure of the bark. Especially in the spring, these “guests” are highly welcome. They fight in a natural way aphids and thrips, which may affect the crops.
Location De Leeuwerik
On our location – De Leeuwerik, which was built in 2015 – we even have a greater respect for nature and the environment. Below mentioned some points:
- Together with natural association Mark en Leij we have worked on a planting design for the De Leeuwerik in 2016.
- On the south side of the plot we have chosen a wide strip planted with native shrubs.
- The fences are adjusted on this side with their environment (timber).
- At De Leeuwerik áll the drainwater is collected and recycled. This is more than legally established. For this purpose we’ve constructed a slow sand filter, which ensures that the recycled water is completely free of germs.
- For growing raspberries in pots (so called long canes) we have chosen a slow-acting fertilizer.
- In the greenhouse is chosen for groundheating. This has energy and environmental advantages.
- The heat released from our cooling system is used again to heat the office and canteen.
- Just like at the other locations, we have also placed a falcon cabinet at De Leeuwerik.