Historic horticultural company in Northern Sweden

Hietala Trädgård AB is a renowned horticultural company located in Korva, in the municipality of Övertorneå (Sweden), and is offered for sale. The company has a rich history dating back to 1927 and has developed into a strong and locally well-known name in the production of vegetable and ornamental crops.

The current owners place great value on the company, the brand, and local production continuing and further developing under new ownership. There is clear potential to further strengthen and expand the existing activities.

Location and accessibility

Korva is located about 10 kilometers north of Övertorneå, along road 99, which runs parallel to the Torne River, forming the natural border with Finland. Finland is easily accessible via the bridge at Ylitornio – Aavasaksa. This offers direct access to the Finnish market and additional purchasing opportunities. All usual public facilities are available in the municipality.

Current business activities

The current production consists of:

• Greenhouse cultivation of cucumbers and tomatoes, including cherry tomatoes
• Seedling and plant sales, including bedding and ornamental plants
• Outdoor cultivation of vegetables

The sale does not include arable land, but approximately 5 hectares of nearby farmland can be rented for outdoor cultivation. The products are sold both on a large scale and through their own farm shop, conveniently located directly on road 99 and equipped with ample parking.

Organization and management

The company is incorporated as a private limited company and is currently managed by Ulric and Hans Hietala, both trained horticulturists at SLU. They handle both daily and strategic management.
 In addition, Inga Hietala is responsible for seedling cultivation, plant sales, and the farm shop.

The owners are willing to provide active support and expertise to a new owner during a transition period.

Business buildings and facilities

The business buildings were constructed between 1995 and 2025 and are located on owned land Korva 2:5, directly on road 99.

• Approximately 13,000 m² of greenhouse area, divided over 6 greenhouse sections
• 4 gable-roof greenhouses (polycarbonate/acrylic)
• 2 hoop greenhouses with double EVA foil
• About 50% of the greenhouse covering renewed in 2024
• Approximately 7,500 m² equipped with energy screens
• Modern facilities for cucumber and tomato cultivation
• Sections with ebb and flow tables, LED lighting (2025), and irrigation systems

Technical installations and equipment

• Biomass boiler system (2022) with water-based heating system
• Oil-fired boiler (1.5 MW) as backup
• Connection to municipal water and sewage
• Own emergency power generator
• Broadband internet

Available machines and equipment include climate control, automatic irrigation, packaging and potting machines, spraying equipment, and internal transport materials.

Other facilities

• Staff building with kitchen, changing rooms, and sanitary facilities
• Garage/workshop
• Office space integrated into the company

Future prospects

An additional sales opportunity lies in possible affiliation with the cooperative Svenska Odlarlaget (Helsingborg), which has already shown interest. This could offer opportunities for financial support and strengthening of the market position.

This description provides a general impression of the company.
For additional and detailed information, you can contact the owners directly.

Contact (owner):

Hans Hietala

+46-70-3250175