About this journey
A combined Dutch greenhouse horticulture, agricultural research and dairy programme. Commercial greenhouse and research access is subject to biosecurity and confirmation.
Experiences
Travel style
Transport and guiding
Private coach or group vehicle with an agricultural coordinator.
Suggested itinerary
Arrival and Dutch Agricultural Innovation Briefing
Review greenhouse horticulture, land use, water, dairy and knowledge networks.
Horticulture Knowledge and Innovation Centre
Study greenhouse systems, suppliers, research, education, water and energy.
Commercial Greenhouse Production
Examine climate control, fertigation, growing media, biological protection, hygiene and harvesting.
Automation, Packing and Export Logistics
Visit a technology supplier and a packhouse, auction or distribution enterprise.
Wageningen Research and Food Innovation
Meet researchers working on crops, food systems, soil, water and climate adaptation.
Dairy Research, Nutrition and Manure Management
Study housing, feeding, monitoring, milking, milk quality and emissions.
Farm Business Review and Departure
Compare greenhouse, research and dairy systems and transfer to the airport.
Included
- Accommodation for the stated number of nights
- Meals stated in the daily programme
- Private or scheduled transport stated in the programme
- Agricultural coordinator or specialist guide
- Confirmed farm, processor, research and institutional visits
- Technical briefing materials
- Airport transfers according to the confirmed schedule
Not included
- International flights unless specifically included
- Passport and visa expenses
- Travel insurance unless specifically included
- Personal purchases and optional activities
- Premium beverages
- Tips and gratuities
- Any commercial or institutional visit not confirmed in writing
