sustainable agriculture
The Frisian agrifood sector is an important sector in the regional economy. The sustainability of the sector is in the spotlight and of great imprtance. Province of Fryslân has been investing for decades in a good balance between economy and ecology and underlines the importance of nature-inclusive agriculture. Since 2016, the Province has been subsidising the Living Lab Foundation. This foundation engages in boosting, connecting and accelerating the realisation of new sustainable agricultural projects.
Examples of projects
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Dairy Campus
Read moreThe Dairy Campus is part of Wageningen Livestock Research and a leading research and practice centre for dairy farming and the dairy chain. Here, science and education work together to build a sustainable future for the dairy sector. And we are proud of that. At Dairy Campus Leeuwarden, researchers work together with the business community, educational institutions and dairy farmers to develop a sustainable dairy chain: biodiversity, green energy, emission reduction and a healthy soil. All components that contribute to high-quality dairy, and to a healthier planet.
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Van Hall Larenstein
Read moreUniversity of Applied Sciences Van Hall Larenstein facilitates students, scientists and entrepreneurs to work together towards a healthier earth. They educate ambitious professionals who are going to make a difference on key social issues around the world. Every day they work here in an international group of people on future-proof dairy farming systems, the circular food chain, soil health and food as medicine.
Congress locations - focused on sustainable agriculture
See also the other top sectors
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Water as source of phenomenal knowledge
Read moreFriesland is a world leader in water technology. Thanks to centuries of expertise and innovation in water management, the province is the ideal location for international conferences on water technology.
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International leader in circular practices
Read moreIn Fryslân, we strive for an economy where waste does not exist, where raw materials are reused and the environment is preserved.
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Brew pond of top athletes
Read moreFryslân is the sports province of the Netherlands because of its rich sports history and the many sporting events it hosts.
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