| agrimatie.nl | Wageningen Social & Economic Research | The website offers integrated research results previously published in reports from Wageningen Social & Economic Research. The presentation emphasizes the MVO (Sustainability) results of companies in the agriculture and horticulture sectors, as well as topics such as structure, prices, sustainability, and innovation. The research is conducted on behalf of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Food and Nature (LVVN). | Agricultural Technology & Innovation → Sustainable Agriculture 278 | fishery 21 horticulture 228 agriculture 778 results 3954 data 5872 research 8967 | |
| rhp.nl | RHP | RHP was founded in 1963 and specializes in substrates, a crucial component in horticulture. The RHP certification ensures that substrates meet quality standards related to water absorption, air content, pH value, EC, and nutrients, and also promotes the safety of cultivation. RHP offers various information sources, including fact sheets, research documents, and news articles, which are accessible via the Knowledge Bank and My RHP, as well as job vacancies and an agenda of events. | Agriculture → Horticulture & Floristry 1404 | knowledge bank 99 substrate 164 horticulture 228 certification 3380 | |
| beterbodembeheer.nl | Wageningen University & Research (WUR) | The website provides information on various aspects of soil management, including soil biology, soil compaction, water quality, and nitrogen advice. Recent news articles and project updates, such as the Bodemteamdag and field meetings of Akkerbouw voor Waterkwaliteit, are presented. A collection of handbooks and tools, such as the Soil Biology Handbook and the Cool Farm Tool, is available for the purpose of soil management. | Fertilizers & Soil Health → Soil Management 22 | water quality 145 soil 930 knowledge 3528 research 8967 | |
| proefboerderij-rusthoeve.nl | Agrarisch Innovatie en Kenniscentrum Rusthoeve (Rusthoeve) | The company is located on Noord-Beveland, at the foot of the Zeeland Bridge in Colijnsplaat, and offers facilities for research and demonstrations of crops, fertilization, and disease control. Recently, Rusthoeve has focused on testing and demonstrating new innovative techniques, such as GPS and Remote Sensing. The website presents information about the Uiendag 2025, with an emphasis on innovations such as drip irrigation, precision technology and attention to trips control and biostimulants. | Fruit & Orchard Management → Crop Production 123 | onion 111 fertilization 122 cultivation 481 potato 542 technique 2157 research 8967 | North-Beveland → Colijnsplaat 94 |
| cropmix.nl | CropMix | The CropMix research program collaborates with farmers, researchers, and supply chain partners to develop and implement innovative methods for crop diversification, particularly strip farming. The project investigates the socio-economic and technological aspects of strip farming, as well as the need for institutional changes to support the transition. System experiments are also conducted, and scientific results are published. The website contains information about experiments (MoestuinMix), news about project results, events (BioVeldday, consortium meetings, farmer meetings) and the participants in the project, including farmers and scientific staff. | Environment → Sustainability 10466 | farmer 661 results 3954 partner 4272 research 8967 | Hardenberg → De Krim 88 |
| uireka.nl | Uireka | The project is a three-year initiative aimed at improving the quality of Dutch onions. Uireka researches various aspects of onion cultivation, such as fungal diseases, irrigation, and nutrients, with the goal of optimization. The project includes 13 different research projects and the entire onion cultivation chain is represented, offering partners the opportunity to receive workshops and presentations. | Organic Farming → Vegetable Cultivation 116 | onion 111 export 630 partner 4272 research 8967 | South-Holland → Zoetermeer 4046 |
| kunstmestvrijeachterhoek.nl | Kunstmestvrije Achterhoek | The Kunstmestvrije Achterhoek project started in 2018 with the goal of making the fertilization practices sustainable by using regionally recovered nutrients, with the ultimate goal of a circular practice without negative environmental or agricultural production effects. Between 2018 and 2021, trials were conducted by farmers, fertilizer processors, and other parties, monitored by Wageningen University & Research to investigate the effect of the fertilizers on crop growth and soil quality. The project involves collaborations such as LTO Noord, Groot Zevert, ForFarmers, and Wageningen University & Research, and includes activities like regional practice network days, symposia, and open houses. | | fertilization 122 nutrients 139 farmer 661 | Nijkerk → Achterhoek 1730 |
| melkveefondsprojecten.nl | Melkveefonds | The Melkveefonds funds research and knowledge sharing focused on a sustainable and competitive dairy farming sector. The Melkvee Advisory Board, composed of representatives from LTO Nederland and Wageningen University & Research, determines the allocation of Melkveefonds funds. The website offers information on ongoing and recent projects of the Melkveefonds, as well as news and a newsletter about developments in the dairy sector. | Livestock → Dairy Farming 671 | advisory board 58 dairy farming 76 knowledge 3528 research 8967 | |
| novacropcontrol.nl | NovaCropControl | The company offers various services, including plantsap and water analyses, research, advice, and seminars. They conduct experiments to investigate how plants react to deficiencies and excesses of various elements, such as zinc, boron, and manganese. Plantsap analysis results are quickly provided by email, aiming to optimize sampling and fertilization. | Horticulture & Floristry → Plant Nutrition 15 | fertilization 122 seminar 299 results 3954 plant 4509 research 8967 | |
| fjildlab.nl | Stichting Fjildlab | Fjildlab was founded in 2019 with the aim of helping farmers in the region implement nature-inclusive farming practices, with a healthy revenue model at its core. The laboratory focuses on various themes such as food and nutrition, adaptation to salinization, fertilizer and feed, water and agriculture, healthy soil and nature and landscape, with the goal of creating a landscape of high quality. A recent news article describes the 'Zoet op Zout' project, which focuses on developing solutions for farmers dealing with saline groundwater. | | agriculture 778 technology 6816 research 8967 network 11123 | Smallingerland → Drachten 2052 |
| biobasedgarden.nl | Biobasedgarden Agrarisch Innovatie en Kenniscentrum Rusthoeve | The Biobased Innovations Garden was established in 2014 by Delphy and Rusthoeve with the goal of creating a ‘nursery’ for the Biobased Delta, where farmers, knowledge institutions, and businesses can collaborate and test new green raw materials. The test farm is internationally recognized as the first large demonstration field in the Netherlands where various potential biobased crops are cultivated side-by-side and extensively analyzed. More than 100 different crops have been grown in recent years. The initiative is funded within the Interreg Nl/Vl project ‘Growing a Green Future’ and has led to analyses, business cases and research projects, including the cultivation of Dutch cotton and natural rubber from horse flower. | Fruit & Orchard Management → Crop Production 123 | crop 188 agriculture 778 innovation 4659 | Gelderland → Putten 1069 |
| pric-emmen.nl | PRIC | PRIC (Poultry Research & Innovation Center) is a facility equipped for assessing the impact of new broiler industry innovations. The poultry industry currently faces challenges related to animal health, welfare, food safety, and the economic viability of new innovations, with a focus on reducing antibiotic use. PRIC's research focuses on areas such as vaccination strategies to improve poultry health, increase weight gain, and reduce mortality, driven by increasing demands for antibiotic-free production. | Animal Husbandry → Poultry 227 | antibiotics 29 poultry 180 vaccination 494 innovation 4659 research 8967 | |
| zoetopzout.nl | Zoet Op Zout | The project investigates technological and agricultural solutions to minimize the impact of climate effects, salinization, and drought on the waterfowl farming around the Lauwersmeer. The website presents economic and financial insights, with attention to measures such as anti-salinization drainage and underground storage. Zoet op Zout provides access to the latest research results, reports, and presentations, and promotes innovative building plans such as the Salt-tolerant building plan. | Water Management → Regional Water Management 11 | water management 260 drainage 1322 research 8967 | |
| sustainableindoorfarming.nl | Stichting Sustainable Indoor Farming (SIF) | SIF facilitates practical research into sustainable indoor farming by offering various indoor cultivation systems. The goal is to contribute to sustainable food supply by minimizing environmental impact and maximizing self-sufficiency of production locations. SIF supports businesses in forming consortia for projects and offers expertise through a network of specialists. | Agricultural Technology & Innovation → Sustainable Agriculture 278 | cultivation techniques 11 consortium 84 research 8967 energy 9075 | |
| varkensfonds.nl | Varkensfonds.nl | The fund originated from the proceeds of the sale of the Varkens Innovatie Centrum Sterksel and the Varkensproefbedrijf Raalte. It provides support to pig farmers and innovative projects that often have limited chances within regular subsidies. Project proposals must meet criteria such as innovation, focus on pig health and welfare, and a expected positive economic impact. | Livestock → Pig Farming 45 | pig farm 25 welfare 140 impact 926 health 6366 research 8967 | |
| stichtingbinn.nl | Stichting Boomteelt Innovatiefonds Noord-Nederland (BINN) | The foundation originated from the Tree Cultivation Trial Garden of Northern Netherlands, which was established in 1931 and ceased operations in 1991. The Stichting BINN is registered with the KvK (Dutch Chamber of Commerce) and aims to promote research and innovation for the tree nursery sector in Northern Netherlands. The foundation provides project support and evaluates applications for innovative ideas, both at the company level and for collaborative projects. | Agriculture → Agricultural Consulting & Management 130 | tree nursery 15 soil 930 application 3377 innovation 4659 research 8967 | Midden-Groningen → Noordbroek 63 |
| precizien.nl | Precizien | The project, supported by the Province of Limburg and the ELFPO program, follows farmers throughout a growing season to investigate how drones can be used for targeted delivery of water and nutrients. The project has an initiative where landscape photos from citizens are collected to map changes in the landscape throughout the year and demonstrate the practical value of drone technology. The project works with local farmer Norman Notermans and grape producer Ellen, who are part of the project's participants, demonstrating their involvement in testing and implementing drone technology. | Agriculture → Agricultural Technology & Innovation 743 | changes 326 farmer 661 agriculture 778 drone 936 photo 7778 | Netherlands → Limburg 31909 |
| ecbbt.nl | Agrifirm-GMN | The Expertisecentrum Bloembollenteelt, located in various locations such as Breezand and Zwaagdijk, conducts trials to strengthen the expertise of bulb growers, with a growing area of over 26,000 hectares spread across the Netherlands. The center collaborates with various parties, including producers of crop protection products and companies active in cultivation technology, to share knowledge through expert days and publications. The Expertisecentrum is an initiative of Agrifirm-GMN and is GEP-certified, indicating that it is a recognized research institution. | Organic Farming → Vegetable Cultivation 116 | bulbs 176 trial 398 cooperation 433 cultivation 481 | Drechterland → Venhuizen 154 |
| avdatresearch.nl | Avdat Research Foundation | The foundation aims to maintain and improve the trial farm, and to develop new irrigation systems. The Avdat Research Foundation supports volunteers in the operation of the trial farm and the execution of related activities. The Foundation conducts research and promotes international knowledge and idea exchange, particularly within the context of development cooperation. | Agriculture → Agricultural Technology & Innovation 743 | irrigation system 29 volunteer 8367 research 8967 collaboration 16036 | |
| v8voeradvies.nl | v8voeradvies | The company has over 30 years of experience in pig farming, particularly in the area of pig feed and optimization of pig feed. v8voeradvies was founded to advise pig farmers and increase business profitability, in close consultation with the client. The company is involved in providing feed advice to modern and future-oriented pig farmers. | Livestock → Pig Farming 45 | feed advice 13 pig farm 25 | |
| nowfarmer.nl | NOWFARMER COMPANY | The website defines agroecology as the application of ecological principles to create sustainable farming systems, emphasizing soil conservation, crop diversity, and water efficiency. NowFarmer seeks to connect conventional farming with regenerative agroecology, focusing on enhancing resilience, biodiversity, and reducing grower risks. The site offers tools and strategies for farmers, including soil assessment, goal setting, implementation of regenerative practices, and strategic decision-making to improve ecological impact and economic resilience. | Agricultural Technology & Innovation → Sustainable Agriculture 278 | business strategy 35 resilience 1091 sustainability 18451 | |
| skyscantwente.nl | Sky Scan Twente | The company is an innovative company in Twente that utilizes advanced aerial photography and drone imagery. Sky Scan Twente delivers precise drone inspections for diverse sectors, focusing on speed, safety, and reliability. The website offers online quotes, customer reviews, a webshop, and information about the certified drone pilot and EASA certification. | Robotics & Automation → Drones 230 | agriculture 778 drone 936 certification 3380 inspection 4279 photography 9503 | |
| streek.boertbewust.nl | Stichting Boert Bewust | The website contains information about participating farmers, including their farm type (pig farmers, dairy farmers) and their names. The website presents the activities of the Boert Bewust ‘straten’ (regions), including recent news reports about events and projects, such as the gastronomic cycling tour in the Gelderse Vallei. The platform facilitates collaboration between farmers, coordinators, and national partners to support the sustainability of the farms and offer visitors a positive experience. | | pig farm 25 dairy farming 76 farmer 661 partner 4272 region 5412 newsletter 6504 | Ede → Rietkampen 153 |