Beemster is a family-owned company that has grown fresh Garlic for more than 30 years in the Netherlands.
"We specialize in the long-term storage of fresh garlic, which can be served from June to march."
"In Beemster, the Garlic is cut off, peeled and packaged," says Jan Kruiswijk of Beemster, a firm of the beemsters.
Orders placed in the morning can be received in the afternoon, so the garlic is very fresh.
Jan said that Beemster was the first of its kind to acquire the Eco- Label: Plant Proof certified by Plant Proof.
The Milieukeur standard applies to the entire life cycle of products or services;
In the case of Beemster, from buying a breeding product to reaching a customer.
"Together with SMK, we have developed guidelines for sustainable development and opened the way for other growers to join in sustainable development."
He continued: "because we grow, store and process garlic on our own, we can respond to change and challenge at any time, thereby ensuring continuity of supply to our customers and customers."
In recent years, Beemster has achieved sales growth.
"This is achieved through long-term storage of innovation and good customer service throughout the year."
After the Dutch garlic season ended, garlic was supplied mainly by imports.
"Quality and supply are guaranteed through Mediterranean growers working closely with us and our guidance.
The processing of garlic is also done in the midden behmst."
In cooperation with Bresc, garlic which does not meet the quality requirements of fresh garlic is processed into high-end convenience products.
"This means that the Beemster brand of garlic can also supply restaurants and supermarkets in the form of garlic cloves.
Bresc also processed some garlic in the wei food industry.
The characteristics of regional and sustainable development make this garlic very special.
Jan Kruiswijk takes a positive view of the future. "we will continue to focus on the best quality and good service, and we have seen a lot of innovation opportunities."
(source: global fruit and vegetable network) [original title: Beemster became the first garlic grower to be certified by SMK in the Netherlands]
