Van Tuijl Innovations, based in Zaltbommel, develops and builds machinery that helps the tree nursery sector work more sustainably, efficiently and emission-free. The company’s Weedelete series has become a well-known name: powerful, precision-controlled hoeing and mowing systems that remove weeds without harming the crop. ‘We design technology to make work easier, not more complicated,’ says director Gijsbert van Tuijl. ‘Our machines combine smart electronics with practical robustness.’

At GrootGroenPlus, Van Tuijl presents the latest generation of the **Weedelete ZRS**. This machine uses camera-guided weed detection and electric control, allowing the hoeing elements to move with millimetre precision around each plant. ‘The result is a clean field without manual labour,’ Van Tuijl explains. ‘The operator just drives – the machine does the rest.’

A standout feature is the **quick-change system**, which allows the Weedelete to switch in minutes from a hoeing machine to a mower or cultivator. ‘That makes it both versatile and cost-effective,’ says Van Tuijl. ‘Growers can use one base frame with different tools throughout the season. This flexibility really appeals, especially to medium-sized nurseries where efficiency and labour savings are crucial.’

The newest models come with electric actuators and GPS assistance, making them ready for autonomous control. ‘We’re moving towards precision cultivation in tree growing,’ says Van Tuijl. ‘The technology exists, but it must always remain practical. We build machines that work on real nurseries – not just in test labs.’

Sustainability is at the heart of every development. ‘We want to protect soil health and biodiversity,’ Van Tuijl explains. ‘Mechanical weed control reduces dependency on chemicals and supports a healthier growing environment.’

With a growing customer base in the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany and Scandinavia, Van Tuijl Innovations is gaining international recognition. ‘The challenges are the same everywhere: labour, sustainability and efficiency,’ Van Tuijl concludes. ‘Our machines show that technology and practical farming can go hand in hand.’