Since its establishment in 1953, CNC has developed into a leading group of companies specialising in high-quality substrate, mushroom and mycelium solutions, and is active in both the European and global market. With more than 350 employees spread across nine different locations in the Netherlands, Belgium and Poland, we continue to build on a 70 year tradition of knowledge and innovation.
 

Over the past year, we have also boosted our growth ambitions in the substrate market for exotic mushrooms, with the acquisition of Verbruggen Mushrooms, Verbruggen Substrate and Veme Specials. 

And with the DTO - Dutch Trading Office - we are taking a major step towards realising our ambition to establish a stronger international presence.  
  

Our companies now include:

A new chapter

In December 2020, a new era for CNC began when investment company Sun European Partners acquired the cooperative's shares. This partnership enabled us to expand further and strengthen our international position. Sun European Partners, with offices worldwide, has an impressive history of investing in innovative companies that are a perfect match for our ambitions.

With the support of Sun European Partners, CNC Group possesses the resources and expertise to implement groundbreaking innovations. This enables us to further develop our markets, embrace new technologies and strengthen our position as a market leader in Europe.





Vision 2030: Market leader in Europe

Our ambition is to be the leading substrate and mushroom company in Europe by 2030. We will continue to distinguish ourselves and build on our strong foundations by focusing on:

• Market leadership in quality: Thanks to our focus on uniformity and reliability, we deliver substrates of the highest quality and with maximum efficiency.
• Sustainability as a core value: Responsible resource management and energy-efficient circular processes mean we are committed to a cleaner future and having a positive impact on the environment.
• Innovative processes: Our unique indoor compost factories in the Netherlands are the epitome of product and process innovation, and will further strengthen our position as a leader in Europe.
• A strong international presence: By deploying advanced export methods, we are able to bring our high-quality substrates and expertise to new markets.

These pillars ensure that we will continue to build towards a sustainable, innovative and qualitative future. By doing so, we will be the benchmark within our industry.

CEO Eric van Asselt on the future

Under the leadership of Eric van Asselt, CNC Group is transforming into a flexible and market-oriented organisation. CNC Groep is ready to reach new heights, thanks to its solid foundations, strong partners and ambitious objectives. Together, we are building a sustainable future. An excellent example of successful collaboration is our partnership with ChampFood. The teams at both companies are constantly working on coordination and improvement on a process and/or recipe level, in order to achieve the best results for CNC customers and partners.

What makes CNC unique?

• Circular approach: Every year, we process 600,000 tonnes of residual streams into high-quality raw materials for mushroom cultivation.
• Distribution: Thanks to advanced cooling techniques, we export to substrate destinations worldwide, including Europe, the Middle East and Asia.
• Growth ambition: To further increase our market share in Europe and beyond, we are focusing on both organic growth and acquisitions, including acquisitions in the exotic mushroom sector.
   

Culture and employees, the team behind CNC

Our strength lies in our employees. Our skilled and experienced workforce work together with the utmost passion and dedication, to deliver stable and reliable substrates of the highest quality. We are a close-knit team that embraces diversity and strives to ensure a culture of mutual respect. Not only does this make us successful, we are also proud of the positive impact we create.

Our corporate culture is characterised by:

• Open communication and engagement.
• Opportunity for innovation and personal growth.
• A practical, no-nonsense approach that aligns with our agricultural roots.

 
Eric van Asselt:
"To realise these ambitions together with us, we are always looking for people who are willing to adapt and embrace challenges. Fresh ideas take us to the next level. At CNC, we believe in the growth of the people and the world around us, as well as the growth of our products. Together with our partners, customers and employees, we continue to set the standard in the industry – today, tomorrow and in the years to come. Together, we turn challenges into opportunities, and plans into reality.”