The British company Levity Crop Science is expanding into the Netherlands, setting up operations at the innovation center The Green East in Raalte. Levity develops advanced 'smart' fertilizers that help crops grow better and reduce environmental impact. Oost NL supported the company's establishment in the East Netherlands.
Improving crop production
Levity Crop Science's mission is to improve crop production, by reducing waste, increasing yields, and boosting farmers' profitability. Their 'smart' fertilizers have been carefully developed to enhance or intensify existing natural plant processes, and, target specific parts of the crop. For example, in potatoes, these fertilizers strengthen tuber growth while reducing leaf growth, increasing the yield per plant, and reducing the number of potatoes that are the 'wrong' sizes.
Levity's fertilizers are also effective for crops like avocados, tomatoes, and strawberries, where they've been shown to increase shelf life by preventing the bruising that often leads to wasted, unsold produce.
Dr David Marks, founder of Levity Crop Science, explains: "Our products work efficiently, ensuring targeted growth in fruits, tubers, and grains. They are absorbed directly by the crop, unlike many conventional products that dissipate into the air or water. We help farmers optimize their crops while protecting the environment." Because Levity's fertilizers are more efficient, farmers can reduce input levels while maintaining or increasing yields.
Support from Oost NL and The Green East
Levity Crop Science has chosen The Green East in Raalte as its base. This innovation center in East Netherlands offers space to companies working on new agricultural technologies for the future. At The Green East, research, development, and entrepreneurship converge —an ideal environment for growth.
Marks shares: "Oost NL has been a valuable partner for us, bringing this location to our attention and connecting us with key players in the region. Raalte is an excellent place for us to continue innovating, helping farmers to find more sustainable ways of growing crops. The facilities at The Green East align well with our plans to further serve the European market." Oost NL also assisted with the process of obtaining a Startup Visa.
Hilco Beeks, Food Project Manager at Oost NL, adds: "We are pleased that a company like Levity has chosen our region. They are a valuable addition to the ecosystem of companies in East Netherlands working toward sustainable food production. We wish David and his team every success in their development here."
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