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Tolsma-Grisnich

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Company Description

Tolsma-Grisnich, established in the Netherlands, manufactures agricultural machinery and  storage technologies for potatoes, onions, carrots, and other root crops. The firm creates solutions for post-harvest management, such as storage, processing, sorting, and packaging agricultural goods. Its solutions, which include automation and process control technology, are intended to optimize storage conditions, increase product quality, and enable efficient handling operations.
The company provides a range of equipment and integrated solutions, including: 

  • Storage Technology (ventilation, refrigeration, control systems)
  • Handling and Transport Systems
  • Optical Sorting and Quality Control Systems
  • Cleaning, Grading, and Packaging Solutions
  • Track & Trace and Process Monitoring Systems 

Tolsma-Grisnich is a turnkey system supplier, combining different processing steps such as reception, transport, storage, bunker systems, cleaning, sorting, and packing into integrated installations that meet the needs of the customer.

Founded in 1952 and located in Emmeloord, Netherlands, the firm has over 75 years of expertise in agricultural technology and employs around 200-500 people. Its production and technical skills are centered on intelligent automation, sensor-based control, and storage optimization technologies often employed in current agricultural operations.

(Click picture to watch video) Corporate video presentation of the Tolsma-Grisnich Group (2019)

Corporate video presentation of the Tolsma-Grisnich Group (2019)

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News for this Company
Tolsma-Grisnich reveals the Air Control MAX at Interpom-Primeurs 2018
August 10, 2019
Potato Storage Specialist Tolsma-Grisnich focuses on Agritechnica and Agribex, skips Potato Europe
Potato Storage Specialist Tolsma-Grisnich has decided not to take part in the Potato Europe event in Kain, Belgium, this year, and will instead be focusing fully on the Agritechnica fair in Hanover (November) and the Agribex show in Brussels (December)
Jelle Lukema (left) with Stephan de Munnik (right), technical adviser at Tolsma-Grisnich with a MV09 sorter.
April 02, 2019
Tolsma-Grisnich potato grading machine; you could tie a cow to it…
A few years ago Grisnich only manufactured comprehensive grading lines for the processing industry, but for some time now the company has also been a supplier of smaller grading lines suitable for use on farms.
Demand is increasing steadily for complete projects for potatoes from planting through to storage and processing, and to respond to that need Tolsma-Grisnich and Grimme Scandinavia have joined forces to become a reliable ‘total partner’ for the Scandi
March 29, 2019
Tolsma-Grisnich and Grimme Scandinavia start collaboration in Scandinavia to meet demand for complete potato projects
Demand is increasing for complete projects for potatoes from planting through to storage and processing. To respond to that need Tolsma-Grisnich and Grimme Scandinavia have joined forces to become a reliable ‘total partner’ for the Scandinavian market.
The big unveiling of the Air Control MAX
January 07, 2019
Tolsma Unveiling QCC 45/80 Edition and Air Control MAX
During Interpom, last November, two newest products of Tolsma have been presented.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Tolsma-Grisnich differentiate itself in a market crowded with post-harvest technology providers?

Tolsma-Grisnich differentiates through its fully integrated turnkey systems, combining storage, handling, sorting and monitoring into a single ecosystem. Unlike standalone equipment providers, it focuses on system-wide optimization, where data, automation and storage conditions are interconnected.

Are their storage technologies aligned with climate-resilient agriculture?

Yes, their controlled storage systems help mitigate the impact of temperature fluctuations and climate variability, ensuring crop preservation even under unpredictable environmental conditions.

Can their storage technology alone significantly reduce post-harvest losses?

Yes. Controlled ventilation, refrigeration and sensor-based monitoring directly prevent spoilage and maintain quality, which are major causes of losses in root crops.

Can their systems easily integrate with existing farm infrastructure?

Yes. Their modular and customized approach allows adaptation to different operational setups, though integration may still require technical support.

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