Hanze researchers discover possible alternative for thirsty, thirsty soy beans
The Lupine (foxglove) could be a replacement for soy imports (most of which is used to feed animals for meat ...
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Trial for sustainable and chemical-free corn gets underway in Joure and Doniaga
The intention is to grow corn without harmful chemicals, that doesn’t affect biodiversity, and that guarantees a good harvest for ...
UWV predicts job losses in Drenthe
Allegedly, 36,000 jobs are at risk in Drenthe, though some job sectors are growing too As reported by RTV Drenthe, ...
Shortage of non-Dutch workers due to COVID-19 outbreak threatens agriculture
An agricultural organisation is hoping that people who are temporarily jobless can pitch in to help Companies in the agricultural ...
Frisian farmers eager to buy small wind turbines made in Groningen
Under the new provincial council in Friesland, hundreds of Frisian farmers have expressed an interest in buying small wooden wind ...
Leeuwarden hosting conference on salinization for Wadden Sea, North Sea countries
In September, Leeuwarden will host more than 200 experts from all over the world during an international conference focused on ...
Agriculture ministry issues warning about gas extraction sites near Noordwolde
The Canadian gas company Vermilion will not be permitted to open new extraction locations in the Frisian town of Noordwolde ...
Friesland taking measures to combat mouse infestation
Friesland's farmers are facing a major mouse infestation this summer: due to the speed with which the mice procreate, many ...
How Brexit is threatening the Dutch Green Revolution
Starting in the '90s, Dutch agricultural laws began paving the way for what experts describe as the Dutch Green Evolution ...
Friesland votes: a provincial elections guide for internationals
On Wednesday 20th March, the Netherlands heads to the polls to elect new provincial representatives and water board. What are the ...