Construction is scheduled to begin in the second quarter of 2026, with completion expected by the end of 2028. The new state-of-the-art facilities will enhance the company’s ability to deliver high-quality vegetable seeds that meet the expectations of growers around the world. “This investment is a key step in strengthening our global vegetable seed supply,” said Maximilian Becker, Senior Vice President BASF | Nunhems. “By expanding and modernizing our processing capabilities in Nunhem, we are showing our dedication to
BASF will invest €40 million (~$43.2 million) to expand and modernise its vegetable seed processing facilities in Nunhem, Netherlands.
The project, starting Q2 2026 and completing by 2028, will boost capacity, efficiency and quality.
The site will add 6,000 sq m and shift to renewable energy, supporting global demand and innovation in seed varieties.
continuous innovation and to delivering high-quality vegetable seeds that support our customers’ success.”
The existing seed processing facilities cover approximately 20,000 square meters. Seeds produced throughout the company’s global supply network are shipped to Nunhem for cleaning, processing, testing, and final preparation before distribution to customers worldwide. As part of the investment, the total facilities in Nunhem will increase by approximately 6,000 square meters. Once completed, the processing facilities will be fully powered by renewable energy, resulting in more energy-efficient operations with significantly lower emissions.
The investment includes the renovation of two existing processing buildings, upgrading two current operational areas, and the construction of new facilities. These will feature state-of-the-art equipment and processing technologies to store, pack and ship seeds with greater precision and efficiency. Enhanced quality assurance infrastructure will enable high-capacity testing to ensure that all seeds meet the stringent expectations of growers. Every year BASF | Nunhems introduces around 80 to 100 new seed varieties to the market, all developed with traditional breeding methods.
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