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Cresco has been growing cress in the heart of the Netherlands’ Westland region, one of the world’s premier greenhouse horticulture areas, since 1958. Cresco founded cress cultivation in the Netherlands and the company has been nurturing a wide range of healthy delicious treats for four generations. Micro Sensations in flavours, fragrances and colours.

‘Cresco’ means fast growing in Latin, which applies as equally to the dynamism and development of the company as it does to our products. These days Cresco is well recognised as ‘the leading producer of quality cresses’.

Exclusive cultivation method Cresco has been a family-run business since the start in 1958. The company recently welcomed the fourth generation into its fold. The specialist cultivation method which the Prins family developed in the early years is essentially still the way the cress is cultivated today. This is something our clients appreciate as this delivers extremely high quality cresses. Refined tastes, aromatic scents and a raised content of healthy nutrients form the core of our wonderful products.

2 1958

Since The master’s expert eye; ‘from seed to strength’

Growing cresses is a real specialism. The seeds are placed on a cultivation medium where, under carefully calibrated conditions, they germinate and sprout to become small plants. The moment these plants reach an optimum height, they are harvested in a process which leaves the cresses attached to the cultivation medium. The cultivation process is monitored under a vigilant eye at all times, as each type of cress from our large selection grows at an individual pace and demands specific cultivation conditions. Cresco’s work method Growing is informed by our belief that the best results are only achieved by ‘constantly being on top of things’; superior literally casting ‘the master’s eye’.

Craft, passion and service quality cress Our company has modernised over the years, however some things never change. Cresco’s central the artisan values remain what they always have been and are still cherished today; cultivation with a passion way; underpinned by a love for the product. Today, as in previous times, our clients can always rely entirely it’s what on us. Service with a capital S. And if it is within our power, we try every day to do just that little bit extra, run we do. just that bit faster. We are certainly not satisfied until your customers are. Our clients truly appreciate this approach.

3 With their refined distinct taste and aromatic fragrance, our cresses are the ideal garnish for any dish. The raised concentrations of healthy nutrients mean our cresses are also the sensible Cressand healthy choice, offering the optimum final flourish to any meal.

Anise Drop Cress Basil Cress Borage Cress Broccoli Cress Aniseed, fine liquorice Mild, a sweet bite of basil Mild, pleasant cucumber Sweet, mild cabbage

China Radish Cress Citrus Balm Cress Citrus Cress Coriander Cress Sweet, peppery Fresh lemon Lemony and spicy Warm, nutty, a hint of fresh citrus

Daikon Cress Flat Parsley Cress Garlic Chives Lime Cress Spicy radish Sharp parsley Garlic, onion Fresh lime

Mizuna Cress Mustard Cress Purple Basil Cress Red Amaranth Cress Spicy, mild mustard Spicy mustard kick Spicy, fruity Sweet beetroot, spinach

4 Cresco Medaillon

The medallion of Cresco proves our way of doing business, a fairly, passionate way based on our authentic products which create happiness and contribute in making the world healthier and more beautiful.

5 6 Red Cabbage Cress Red Mustard Cress Red Radish Cress Red Vein Sorrel Cress Sweet cabbage Fiery mustard Seasonable, peppery, radish Lime, sharp apples

Rucola Cress Shiso Green Cress Snow Pea Leaves Sun Cress Nutty Aniseed, citrus (Japanese Mint) Fresh sweet pea Sweet, nutty

Wheat Grass Thaise Basil Cress Thyme Cress Toona Sinensis Cress Sweet Punchy aniseed, liquorice Very soft thyme Nutty

Garden Cress Shiso Purper Cress Fresh, peppery, mustard Aniseed, cumin (Japanese Mint)

7 Our Micro Leaf collection not only tastes superb, it is also very useful. Micro Leaves are ideal for the rapid preparation of salads, garnishes and sandwiches. The Micro Leaves ensure that your customers can prepare and present something special. Here we offer MicroLeavesa selection of the total range. Curious to see our total collection? Ask your distributor.

Micro Flat Parsley Micro Greek Cress Micro Celery Micro Coriander Punchy parsley Peppery Celery, lemon Strong, zestful lemon

Micro Thyme Micro Red Amaranth Micro Red Chard Micro Red Mustard Frills Very soft thyme Mild beetroot Bitter beetroot Potato with fiery mustard

Micro Red Pak Choi Micro Red Vein Sorrel Micro Salad Fennel Micro Salad Rocket Mild cabbage Sharp lime, apples Aniseed Peppery, nutty

Sun Shoots Tendrill Pea Nutty Sweet pea

8 Micro Oriental Mix Tempting mix of oriental Micro Leaves

Micro Salad Mix Combination of Micro Salad Leaves

Chef Blend Mix Combination of Micro Salad Leaves and Edible Flowers

9 The Special Leaves collection is an assortment of quality leaves and herbs, unique in shape, taste and colour. Exclusive appearance combined with distinctive taste ensure our Special SpecialLeavesLeaves collection is particularly suited for elevating dishes to the highest level.

Alaskan Nastrium Ananas Munt Aztec Sweet Leaves Bleu Pepe Nastrium Peppery Fresh pineapple, mint Spicy, honey Extra peppery

Bronze Fennel Buckler Sorrel Leaves Champi Leaves Chocolate Mint Leaves Star anise Lemony Mushroom, slightly nutty Chocolate with a hint of mint

Citrus Verbena Citrus Leaves Cucumber Mouse Curry Leaves Sweet, vibrant lime Fresh, citrus, mint Melon Curry, warm, aromatic Fresh cucumber, slightly sour

Lucky Clover Olive Tops Pelar Leaves Popcorn Shoots Crisp, sour Olive Mint, apple Lovely sweet, liquorice

10 Herbs Leaves Sea Leaves Cress Leaves Aromatic Salty Spicy

Purple Butterfly Sorrel Radish Tadpoles Shiso Green/Purple Wild Garlic Lemon Spicy, peppery radish Leaves Very strong garlic Spicy mint (Japanese mint)

11 If you appreciate a slightly salty taste, you will appreciate our Taste of the Sea collection. The selection consists of a wide range of sea vegetables with a distinctive sea-salt flavour. TasteTaste of the Sea products are particularly of tasty whenthe eaten with fish Sea dishes. Sea Leaves

Okahijki Oyster leaf Sea Beets Peppery at first, then salty Sweet and salty Salty spinach, mild beetroot

Sea Buckshorn Sea Purslane Slightly peppery, nutty, salty bite Slightly oily, briny sea salt Taste of the Sea Micro Mix Tasty Sea Flowers

Rock Sea Fennel Blossom Oyster Leaf and Flower Micro Mix Fennel, aniseed Salty Contains several products from the Taste of the Sea collection

12 Sea Vegetables

Ice Lettuce Sea Rosemary Sea Nibbels Boost of freshness, refreshing lemon Aromatic stalks, hint of sea salt Soft and smooth, hint of sea salt

Sea Fennel Samphire Fennel, aniseed Salty

13 14 Our Edible Flowers are the ultimate choice for a presentation that is as surprising and impressive as it is attractive. The wonderful flower forms combined with their outstanding colours make these products particularly suited for styling dishes. The beauty of our Edible EdibleFlowersFlower collection however is not only in their appearance, the exquisite taste complements their distinct scent.

Aphrodite Blossom ABC Button Aztec Sweet Buttons BlackCurrant Sage Sharp apple Sparkling Aromatic, honey Blackcurrant, bitter sage

Borage Flowers Butterfly Flowers Capucine Blossom Dill Crown Fresh cucumber Sour lemon Sweet, spicy, watercress Dill, mint, aniseed

Fleur the Cucumber Mini Violetta Pea-Bean Flowers Roses Sweet cucumber Sweet citrus Sweet pea Citrus

Tagetus Anijs Blossom A mixture of flowers Aniseed, tarragon A blend of flavours

15 We work with respect for man, nature and the environment; for us this is the most normal thing in Sustainablethe world. For example we never to the roots use pesticides, preferring to keep our cresses healthy by harnessing nature.

When sowing, harvesting and packing we record our cresses in batches. This means that our products can always be traced to our company in the chain and of course we are always proud and happy to have our products linked to our company. The kind of reliance that inspires you as well as your customers, the end consumers.

We are also Global-Gap certified and our garden cress carries the EKO quality symbol.

For hygienic considerations we avoid surface water, preferring to use tap water in the cultivation process to limit the possibility of negative external influencers and to safeguard the highest quality.

16 Sustainable to the roots

17 TheMicro finishing touch Sensations in flavour, fragrances and colours.

Our selection of cresses is exceptional. Not only do we deliver products of the very highest quality daily, they also taste superb.

Our ‘Micro Sensations’ guarantee a taste sensation on your clients’ plates; sensational taste, fragrance and colour, making them the perfect addition to your selection palette.

18 The finishing touch

Stylish packaging

A quality product such as Cresco cress demands exceptional presentation. As with the cresses, our packaging is also guaranteed to please your customers. From attractive transparent sleeves and practical, convenient containers for our micro-leaves to colourful impressive outer cartons offering a good view of the products, and of course all in our ‘Micro Sensations’ branding style.

Do you require a themed packaging? Please do not hesitate to ask, we always welcome the opportunity of thinking in tandem with you. At Cresco your wish is our command!

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