Farming the future with the Netherlands
Creating smart and sustainable horticulture
Achieving food security requires us to rethink the way the food system is designed. We need to substantially increase the supply of safe, nutritious and tasty food, while adhering to the highest environmental and animal welfare standards. Food that is produced in a way that is economically viable for both producers and consumers. The Netherlands aims to contribute to this vision by supporting farmers worldwide to increase productivity using sustainable agriculture methods. An ambition that requires us to work even closer together.
The challenge of tomorrow
The question of food security concerns both Mexico and the Netherlands. We both face the same challenge of how to increase food productivity sustainably and efficiently, while improving quality. And for both our countries, the international dimension plays a major role in promoting sustainable horticulture, as many of our entrepreneurs produce not just for the local market, but also export their products abroad. The Dutch vision of circular horticulture is therefore not just a vision for the Netherlands, but also beyond borders.
Collaboration for maximum impact
In the Netherlands, horticulture is among the most innovative sectors. Through close cooperation between governments, horticultural entrepreneurs and knowledge institutions, we strive to create a smart and sustainable horticultural model that boosts the economy, restores nature and increases appreciation for the horticulture sector.
We extend our invitation to work together to Mexico, an important ally on our quest for agricultural knowledge and development. The Mexican horticultural sector has developed rapidly in recent years, and we are pleased to have contributed to this through many Mexican-Dutch partnerships. For producers of tropical fruit, The Netherlands serves as the gateway to Europe, thanks to its strong position in logistics and its excellent distribution network. Mexican and Dutch companies, knowledge institutions and governmental bodies have grown together through collaboration and knowledge sharing. A fruitful cooperation, with positive impact in both our countries. A partnership we are keen to continue in the years to come.
We offer our extensive knowledge and cutting-edge technology, our excellent agro-logistics, and our high-quality plant material. We can support you in product diversification and offer our innovative total solutions to optimise water, energy, mineral and fertilizer (re)use, climate control, chain approach, tracking & tracing, food safety, and plant health, all adapted to Mexican circumstances. In return, we would love to continue to learn from you, as international knowledge development and sharing remains a cornerstone of our horticultural policy.
By working together, we can accelerate the transition to sustainable horticulture. So, let’s inspire each other and the rest of the world, how together we can farm the future!
