Doktar - AgroCares

Agri-tech is becoming increasingly essential for enhancing agricultural sustainability and efficiency. By providing precise data, these innovations enable smarter farming practices, support staff in making informed decisions, and ultimately contribute to feeding a growing global population more effectively.

The partnership between Doktar and AgroCares is a compelling example of agri-tech co-development made possible in the Dutch Food Valley. It began when the two companies met serendipitously at an unrelated tech event in Turkey, discovering a shared passion for leveraging data and technology to transform agricultural practices. Although unplanned, their meeting has since evolved into a strong alliance that inspired Doktarto establish a presence in the Dutch Food Valley region. Riza Kadilar, the Regional Managing Director, and Reinder van der Meer, Chief Commercial Officer, describe this area as the place “where science meets business.”

Synergy and collaboration

AgroCares has developed a scanner that extracts critical data to measure key parameters in soil, feed, and leaves. This includes nutrients, fertility, and fertiliser use—all essential for improving crop health and yield.

Doktar, on the other hand, excels in interpreting this data and applying it to farms through solutions such as health monitoring, pest management, resource efficiency, and market intelligence. This synergy enables agribusinesses to thrive with fewer resources, creating a win-win situation. Digitising agriculture empowers farmers to gain daily insights into the wellbeing of their crops and soil. Riza shares, “At the end of the day, what we do is good for the planet and good for humanity.”

A warm welcome

The Dutch Food Valley has played a pivotal role in nurturing the partnership between Doktar and AgroCares. The region offered an "amazingly warm welcome," with organisations like Oost NL and Rabobank providing essential support and integration with Dutch institutions. This welcoming environment enabled Doktar to hit the ground running and collaborate on new projects with Wageningen University & Research, further validating their concepts and offering opportunities to work with students. Combined with visits to university labs, the support from the Dutch Food Valley has proven invaluable for scaling the company. Their collaboration extends beyond the Netherlands, with Doktar opening the door for AgroCares in the Turkish market. Their success abroad has inspired them to explore new sales opportunities in other regions.

Inside the growing ecosystem

Riza and Reinder have witnessed significant growth in the Dutch Food Valley. "We've seen a lot of companies, large and small, come to Wageningen to expand their facilities, and we've seen so many new buildings pop up," they noted. This thriving environment is not only a testament to their success but also signals that the ecosystem is continually growing. The story of Doktar and AgroCares is just one example of how unexpected meetings can lead to co-development in the Food Valley.