Key Takeaways
- Havecon has commenced construction on a large-scale greenhouse project spanning over 15 hectares for The Valley in Vierpolders, Netherlands, called Prince Valley.
- The project marks the first collaboration between The Valley and Havecon, supporting The Valley's ambitious expansion plans to reach over 100 hectares in the coming years.
- The greenhouse will be dedicated to cultivating non-illuminated tomatoes with optimization for natural light usage as part of an efficient cultivation strategy.
- Construction partner Voorwinden Groep will handle the build, with piling works starting next week and steel construction beginning at the end of April 2026.
- The first tomato plants are expected to enter the completed greenhouse facility by mid-December 2026 following technical equipment installation.
Havecon Partners with The Valley on Major Expansion
Dutch greenhouse specialist Havecon has launched construction of a significant horticultural project for The Valley, a leading European vegetable producer. The Prince Valley project encompasses over 15 hectares in Vierpolders, Netherlands, representing the companies' inaugural partnership.
The Valley operates as a consolidated entity formed through mergers of multiple family-owned businesses, maintaining several growing locations throughout the Netherlands. The company has established itself as one of the fastest-growing players in Dutch greenhouse horticulture, with clear expansion targets exceeding 100 hectares in the near term.
