Zülküf Yilmaz: Yilmaz Radijs

Yilmaz Radish processes radishes at a modern facility, completed in 2026, on the ABC Westland industrial estate in Poeldijk. With a 6,400 m² processing and distribution hall, Yilmaz Radish has a facility where all radishes – both loose and in bunches – from all nurseries are processed centrally.

“With the most advanced washing, processing and production lines, we are ready for the future. This new site enables us to work even more efficiently and to process and deliver our products under the best possible conditions. This step not only means greater capacity, but is above all an investment in quality, innovation, sustainability and further growth,” says Zoef Yilmaz. Thanks to committed partners such as Koppert Machines, the transition from the former premises went smoothly and we are ready for the next phase. Together, we are continuing to build the future of Yilmaz Radijs. Here’s to even more great results!”

In collaboration with Koppert Machines, careful consideration was given to the layout, new machinery and water and waste systems. The water systems were supplied by the Van der Ende Group, whilst consultant Ronald Jansen took the lead on project coordination on behalf of Yilmaz Radijs.

The challenges addressed in the design of this project:

• Creating the processing capacity to handle 30 hectares of radishes and accommodate future growth.
• Providing staff with a pleasant working environment by creating the most ergonomic and safe workplaces.
• Conveying crates via an overhead system to optimise floor space utilisation.
• Removing leaves and other waste streams whilst collecting and recycling the water.

Zülkuf Yilmaz: “We are very pleased with all the parties who contributed their ideas to the design of this wonderful project. Everything has been taken into account: hygiene, safety, ergonomics, efficient production and layout. Koppert Machines played a key role in this. With top-quality machinery, expertise and flexibility, Koppert Machines has given our growth an extra boost.”