AgriConnection

AgriConnection is a Dutch agricultural company focused on projects that support more sustainable farming. It works with farmers, researchers, the water sector, and public authorities to reduce environmental risks while keeping farm operations healthy and viable. The company positions itself at the intersection of practical farming knowledge, new technology, and data-driven management. Its work centers on soil and water quality, nutrient losses, and reducing runoff of crop-protection residues, with the guiding idea of achieving “more output with less input.” Alongside AgriConnection’s project work, the broader company also includes Swaertenberg, its cultivation brand for strawberries, vegetables, and potatoes, with production carried out using integrated growing methods and attention to quality, environment, and taste. Core Values Sustainability : The company aims to improve agriculture in ways that benefit both the sector and the environment. Its projects are designed to reduce environmental pressure while preserving a healthy business model for growers. Quality : A consistently high price-quality ratio is described as essential across the business. In cultivation, this translates into top-quality produce and a strong focus on taste. Practical innovation : AgriConnection values combining proven knowledge with new techniques and modern data management. The goal is not innovation for its own sake, but solutions that work in real farming conditions. Working with nature : The company emphasizes operating in connection with the natural environment. This is reflected both in its cultivation methods and in its project work. Unique Aspects Dual business model : The company combines agricultural project development with its own cultivation activities under the Swaertenberg brand. That gives it both practical farming experience and a platform for testing ideas in real production. Cross-sector collaboration : AgriConnection works with farmers, researchers, governments, and water-sector organizations. This collaborative setup supports projects that address shared environmental and agricultural challenges. Longstanding focus on applied innovation : The company’s history includes work in plant breeding, innovation projects, and data-management implementation, before evolving into its current sustainable agriculture focus. This background gives it a broad technical and agronomic foundation. Integrated cultivation approach : Swaertenberg uses integrated growing methods and robust varieties to minimize chemical inputs. The company also highlights seasonal production and a strong emphasis on taste and quality.