Fred. de Meulder Organises Dahlia Suppliers Day!

Under the name “Daverende De Meulder Dahlia Day 2025”, more than 40 people travelled from Hillegom to Poeldijk last Friday afternoon, 7 February.

Initiator Bas Reijerkerk of Fred. de Meulder B.V. explained:

“The number of players in the dahlia sector isn’t that large, everyone fits on one bus! That’s exactly why we, as dahlia specialists, believe it’s so important to meet regularly and strengthen our cooperation.”

Everyone on board shared a direct connection to dahlias and to Fred. de Meulder B.V., from tuber suppliers and inspectors to buyers, sellers and breeders. The entire chain was represented.

From the moment the group boarded the bus, the atmosphere was lively and full of conversation. During the hour-long go-kart race, the competition heated up, with plenty of friendly rivalry and laughter.

The team of Jelle van der Linden and Cos Berkvens claimed the first-place trophy. After the race and a shared dinner, the bus returned to Hillegom later that evening.

We look back on a wonderful afternoon and evening, filled with new connections, great talks and good humour. A fantastic start to an event that may well become a yearly tradition!