Coöperatie Hoogstraten wins VOKA Prize for Sustainable Entrepreneurship.

On September 27, 2024, we received the Sustainable Entrepreneurship Prize from VOKA, stemming from our efforts in sustainability and innovation.

“Cooperative Hoogstraten has succeeded, among other things, in creating a lever for innovation in close cooperation with research centers, whether for suppliers, customers and consumers,” was the jury’s verdict.

“Cooperative Hoogstraten has created a lever for innovation. For suppliers, customers and consumers alike.”

VOKA jury

VOKA Sustainable Entrepreneurship Prize

Sustainability as a strategy for the future

Coöperatie Hoogstraten: “This award reaffirms the importance of our sustainable initiatives. Sustainability is one of the pillars of our strategy for the future, and is therefore firmly embedded in everything we do.”

“We are proud to have received this recognition. It motivates us to continue innovating, allowing our growers to become more sustainable and future-oriented. It is the only way we can ensure that consumers can still enjoy our fresh and healthy products tomorrow.”

“For our customers, the prize is a testament to our commitment towards creating a future-proof supply chain focused on respectful conduct.”

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