Bright red, bold, and pure in flavour: The Red Egg Mini season has officially begun. Available from week 16 to 46, this striking mini plum tomato is grown in the Westland region, where brothers Eric and Leon Slaman of Kwekerij Westpoel have been applying their craftsmanship to this unique variety for over 13 years. And this year? It's bigger than ever.
© The GreeneryPhoto: Grower Leon Slaman of Kwekerij Westpoel and Jeroen Brands, salesman at The Greenery
"We've added another 2.3 hectares for Red Egg Mini," Leon proudly explains. "Demand keeps growing every year, so it was time to scale up." And rightly so. Once you taste the Red Egg Mini, you'll want more. With a Brix level of 10, its flavour is intense and full of character—delightfully sweet, spicy, and, as some would say, even exciting.
What makes this tomato truly unique is the harvesting method. It's only picked when the entire cluster is bright red, from top to bottom. "No other variety lasts so long in the greenhouse without bursting," says Leon. "This really is a tomato with backbone." With its teardrop shape, it's also a visually distinctive snack. On top of that, maximum use is made of organic crop protection.
© The Greenery Unique way of harvesting, the Red Egg mini is not harvested until the whole bunch is bright red
Consumers are also becoming increasingly interested in this standout tomato. The Red Egg Mini catches the eye on the shelf and lives up to its promise in terms of taste. Its firm texture, sweet intensity, and spicy undertone make it a tomato you just keep eating. Perfect as a healthy snack, in salads, or on its own—a true all-round favourite for anyone looking for more than the ordinary tomato.
Jeroen Brands, salesman at The Greenery, sees plenty of growth potential: "We're seeing more and more interest from France and Germany. There's real demand there for varieties with character, and Red Egg Mini delivers. Its shelf life is excellent, and the flavour is second to none. This is the kind of product customers love to showcase."
For more information:
The Greenery
Jeroen Brands
Tel: +31 613 300 729
j.brands@thegreenery.com