About us
Our history
‘A family business for 130 years’
Around 1948, the company started exporting its products to various countries in Europe and then, in the ’50s, to America.
This was followed by many countries around the world until, in the ’80s, the company stopped its production activities to focus entirely on exporting products of truly outstanding quality. And this is what we still do today.
In 2008, we moved to our current location in Venhuizen, a Dutch town in the province of North Holland, so that we could continue our growth and satisfy market demands. Here, housed in this modern facility, we serve our loyal customers with pride and passion.
The Royal Warrent
Royal award for P. Aker Seeds and Flowerbulbs
P. Aker Zaden en Bloembollen bv from Venhuizen became Royal Warrent Holder (Hofleverancier bij Koninklijke beschikking) of the Dutch Royal Family. Saturday 14 December 2019, Mayor Michiel Pijl handed over the predicate to director Peter Aker.
P. Aker bv is celebrating its 125th anniversary this year. Because of this anniversary, His Majesty King Willem-Alexander has decided to grant the title of “Royal Warrent Holder” (Hofleverancier bij Koninklijke beschikking).
The predicate
The title ‘Royal Warrent Holder’ was introduced in 1815 by King Willem I and gives companies the right to use the Royal Coat of Arms, with the addition ‘Royal Warrent Holder’. His Majesty the King can award the title of ‘Royal Warrent Holder’ to small and medium-sized Dutch companies that have a prominent place in the region and in the industry.
Our values
‘Committed to perfect quality’
Having been active in this sector for 130 years, we have accumulated a great deal of experience in all the aspects of producing and trading flower bulbs and seeds. Most of this expertise has been acquired from what we have learned in practice. At P. Aker, we know that the proper care of flower bulbs and seeds begins long before they are harvested. This involves keeping a close eye on them both in the field and in storage. Every year of cultivation is different, so measures have to be taken accordingly. This is how we maintain the consistent quality of our flower bulbs and seeds – simply reliable!
Passion
For the flower business
Accountable
Knowledge
130 years of experience
Excellence
Relationships
Passion
Accountable
Knowledge
130 years of experience
Excellence
Relationships
Sustainability
‘P. Aker places a high priority on sustainability’
Our use of solar panels, LED lighting, liquid-seal packaging and reusable materials, etc. demonstrate our commitment to operating sustainably. We do this not only because it is important to comply with the requirements set by the ornamental horticulture sector but also because it communicates our commitment to improving our operations and, of course, helps to protect our environment. It also contributes to optimising our operations and to making our products traceable (we use the Ketenregister tracing and tracking system) throughout the supply chain.
