Dutch agriculture has long excelled through highly efficient production methods, but this success has often come at the cost of our natural environment. It is time to transition to regenerative agriculture a system that enables us to produce food in balance with nature, communities, the climate, and the future economy. This shift will not only significantly reduce environmental impact but also generate meaningful new jobs and drive innovation in products and services.
Our approach
To accelerate the transition toward a sustainable and resilient food system, we are investing in impactful programmes that drive systemic change across the agri-food sector. At the heart of this effort is ReGeNL, our flagship programme focused on supporting 1,000 Dutch farmers in the transition to regenerative agriculture. By equipping them with the right knowledge, tools, and partnerships, ReGeNL is building the foundation for a future-proof agricultural model.
Complementing this is Synergia, our second project within this theme. Synergia focuses on developing three scalable, market-ready production system use cases greenhouse horticulture, dairy, and field crops by integrating innovations from the life sciences, technology, and social sciences. Together, these programmes form a powerful engine for transformation across the food value chain.
"Sustainable agriculture is essential to transforming our food
system, with farmers leading the way in balancing food
production with the needs of nature, people, and the climate.
By adopting regenerative practices, we can produce food
within planetary boundaries, drive innovation, and unlock new
opportunities.”
Wouter-Jan Schouten
Theme Director Sustainable Agriculture
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