The Dutch horticulture sector plays a vital role in feeding millions globally. Utilising state-of-the-art technology and sustainable techniques, we cultivate a diverse array of fruits and vegetables. Collaboratively, we can enhance sustainable food production, minimise food loss, and innovate new strategies and business models.
With our combined knowledge, technology, and experience, we can accelerate the achievement of food security and food safety worldwide. By adapting our proven technology to local circumstances, we can provide support in producing ultra-fresh, safe, and delicious vegetables and fruit all year round, at fair prices, and as close to the point of consumption as possible. By reintroducing sustainable food production, we address critical issues such as climate change, biodiversity loss, food waste, and public health.
The Netherlands as your partner
In the Netherlands, the government, companies, knowledge institutes and R&D centres develop the tools required to farm the future. HortiRoad2theGulf, as a public-private partnership, was established to assist Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar in improving food self-sufficiency. In close cooperation with the Embassies of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Riyadh, Abu Dhabi, and Doha, and the Consulate General in Dubai, our public-private partnership business cluster is uniquely positioned to understand and navigate the climate and market dynamics of the Gulf region.
Our public-private partnership business cluster partners are ready to collaborate with key stakeholders to enhance their businesses sustainably. Together, we cover all aspects of CEA (Controlled Environment Agriculture), from breeding and cultivation to lighting, climate control, and crop protection. Specialising in facilitating your transition from low and mid-tech solutions to high-tech alternatives, we propel your enterprise toward sustainability and profitability. We advocate for minimising water and energy usage to make sustainability more tangible while optimising yield and crop quality.
Contributing to SDGs
- SDG 03: Good health and well-being
- The aim of this cluster is to increase the availability of fresh, healthy, and locally produced food.
- SDG 08: Decent work and economic growth
- Encouraging "fair" and "decent" work and involvement of the local community should promote economic growth.
- SDG 11: Sustainable cities and communities
- The cluster stimulates local and sustainable production through Dutch technology and knowledge transfer, such as reducing CO2 emissions and water.
- SD 12: Responsible consumption and production
- The current Dutch horticultural technology can serve as an example for the transition towards climate-neutral production systems and already has many circular features.