Three generations of European greenhouse mastery meets American opportunity

LZZ Holdings brings proven cultivation expertise to the U.S. protected horticulture market, delivering year-round, locally-grown premium produce.

60+
Years Heritage
$2B+
Market Opportunity
365
Days Production

Proven expertise.
American market.

LZZ Holdings Inc. brings three generations of proven European greenhouse expertise to the U.S. protected horticulture market. Founded by Christian Zeiler, whose family has operated large-scale glasshouse operations in Europe since the 1960s, and George Leutner, a U.S.-based investment specialist in controlled environment agriculture, LZZ applies time-tested cultivation methods to meet growing American demand for year-round, locally-grown premium produce.

Operational excellence meets
strategic investment

Christian Zeiler
Founder & Operating Partner

Christian Zeiler represents three generations of European greenhouse production expertise. His family's operations have refined efficient, sustainable growing systems over decades—knowledge he now applies to building scalable protected horticulture in North America. Christian leads LZZ's cultivation strategy and operational development.

George Leutner
Founder & Investment Partner

George Leutner structures cross-border opportunities in controlled environment agriculture, connecting international best practices with U.S. market needs. As an entrepreneur focused on sustainability challenges in food production, George develops investment frameworks that transform operational expertise into scalable ventures. He brings experience in opportunity fund development and strategic capital deployment for infrastructure-intensive agriculture projects.

Time-tested methods.
Modern sustainability.

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High-Wire Glasshouse Systems

Maximize vertical growing space and crop yields per acre through proven European design.

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Natural Crop Protection

Beneficial insects and bumblebee pollination eliminate pesticide dependence entirely.

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Renewable Energy Integration

Geothermal and biogas sources reduce operational costs and environmental impact.

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Closed-Loop Water Systems

Rainwater harvesting and resource recirculation for maximum efficiency.

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Year-Round Production

Consistent supply regardless of season through climate-controlled environments.

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Quality Focus

Varietal selection prioritizing flavor and texture, not just shelf life.

Proven Track Record

The Zeiler family's European operations produce millions of pounds of premium tomatoes and cucumbers annually, supplying major retailers across multiple countries. This operational experience informs every aspect of LZZ's U.S. strategy—from facility design to varietal selection to quality protocols.

Measurable benefits for
U.S. retail partners

Proximity to Markets
Reduces transportation time from weeks to days, improving freshness and reducing spoilage
Supply Reliability
Climate-controlled production eliminates weather-related gaps and price volatility
Energy Efficiency
Cuts operational costs while reducing carbon footprint by 60-80% versus field production
Extended Growing Seasons
Provides domestic supply during traditional import windows
Consistent Quality
Ensures uniform sizing, appearance, and flavor year-round

Capturing a multi-billion
dollar opportunity

The domestic opportunity is significant

The U.S. imports over $2 billion in greenhouse tomatoes and cucumbers annually, primarily from Mexico and Canada. LZZ's model enables domestic production at competitive costs while eliminating thousands of food-miles from the supply chain. As retailers and consumers increasingly prioritize local sourcing and supply chain resilience, protected horticulture infrastructure becomes critical competitive advantage.

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