Cress

Product description Cress

These microgreens and cresses are cultivated year round in high tech Dutch greenhouses. Instead of soil, they grow on natural cellulose or coconut fibre mats. This controlled indoor environment results in a clean, ready to use product that remains attached to its growing medium until required in the kitchen.

Harvest takes place at a remarkably young stage, precisely when the first cotyledons or true leaves are fully developed. The small, delicate stems and leaves display intense colours, from deep green to rich purple. Despite their delicate appearance, they deliver an immediate crisp texture and concentrated flavour boost to every dish.

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Environmental & biodiversity impact Sustainability is embedded in operations and driven by the innovation division, Division Q.
Climate and energy targets include operating climate positive by 2026 and achieving Net Zero emissions by 2036. Gas consumption per square metre has already been reduced by nearly 70 percent, even while production capacity has grown.
An integrated energy system including Aquifer Thermal Energy Storage stores heat and cold underground. There is an active transition toward geothermal energy to make all Westland locations fossil free.
Water management includes connection to central purification systems and development of internal treatment systems to ensure only clean water leaves the facility.
Packaging innovation continuously reduces Scope 3 emissions. A new cardboard packaging solution reduced CO2 emissions by more than 80 percent for specific products.
Animal welfare Without livestock, the focus lies on creating a safe and sustainable ecosystem for insects and beneficial organisms essential to cultivation and the broader food chain.
Biological crop protection is standard practice. Synthetic chemical pesticides are avoided by deploying natural enemies and beneficial insects for pest management, protecting insect populations and ensuring a healthy cultivation environment.
Social impact Social policy is built on trust, passion and creativity, creating an inclusive and supportive working environment.
The company focuses on health, safety, internal training and work life balance. Employees remain with the company for an average of approximately eight years, reflecting a culture of stability and support.
Through the Koppert Foundation, thousands of small scale farmers worldwide are supported with knowledge and resources to improve livelihoods and food security.
Certifications No recognised certifications
Summary of why selected We choose Koppert Cress because they are a fundamental partner in gastronomy. Their freshly germinated cresses deliver an intensity of flavour and aroma unattainable from fully grown herbs. With more than twenty unique varieties, they visibly enhance taste, aroma and presentation.
Equally important is their ambition to become climate positive and fossil free, supported by sector awards and their own biological cultivation methods. We therefore choose ingredients that are innovative, responsible and exceptionally fresh.
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