Alderman Spoon a guest at Globe Plant BV in Vierpolders

Miscellaneous crop products

The most important process, namely the raising of vegetable plants proceeds from sowing, grafting, potting up to "sticks & stems," or tying up the plants with a stick and rubber band.
In addition to the hygienic and sustainable raising of the plant material for tomatoes, cucumbers and other vegetables, the brothers and their employees are also involved in the raising part of the ornamental cultivation. Cuttings from Africa are rooted, such as Mandevilla geraniums. Other products are sown and raised to deliverable plants.
The third branch at Globe Plant is seed potatoes. The virus-free plants come out of the laboratory and are cultivated until they have mini tubers. These small tubers are then potted six more times until they are full-fledged seed potatoes. Globe Plant supplies the propagation industry in several European countries.

Specialist work

About 60 people work daily with love and attention on the various products. During peak workloads, such as in winter and spring, sometimes 300 people are involved. The work requires specific technical knowledge and is so specialized that Globe Plant trains its employees internally. A mbo or hbo education is required, the will to learn important.

Hygiene is also important in Globe Plant's greenhouses because young plants are virus-sensitive. Every day employees receive clean company clothing. Before entering a greenhouse, you walk through a disinfection lock for hands and footwear. A look inside the greenhouse was not possible, but the Alderman had a good idea of the work and products through the enthusiastic explanations of both brothers.