Working field of Plantum NL

Since the Second World War, the Dutch agricultural sector has gradually expanded to become one of the world leaders. This has been made possible by exploiting the countries favourable natural conditions and by investing large sums in research, information campaigns and education. These days the trade in agricultural products accounts for almost 20 % of the total value of the Netherlands’ exports.

Important push to the development of Dutch agriculture was also given by research and development in plant breeding, e.g. resistance to plant diseases, and improved propagation methods. The Dutch industry of reproductive material has become of crucial importance to the Dutch and international primary agriculture.

The Netherlands produces 9.2 billion euro worth of vegetables, agricultural, and ornamental crops. Production starts with seeds, cuttings and young plants that are produced by the five hundred Dutch Plantum NL members. These companies breed new varieties, propagate cuttings and young plants and trade seeds and seed potatoes with a high quality. Some businesses can be classed as world market leaders.

In the policy document of Plantum NL “In Semente Messis; mission and priorities of Plantum NL”, Plantum NL stated the interests of the sector. Important issues for the industry are plant breeders rights, trade barriers, crop protection, research, organic breeding.

You can have a look here at this document: mission of Plantum NL

More information on these topics can be found at: core topics.