Agricultural innovation at the Dutch Future Farming & Food Experience 2024

On the grounds of the Farm of the Future, many new techniques that can sustainably improve crop cultivation are being demonstrated. - Photos: Mark Pasveer

Step into the future of agriculture at the highly anticipated Future Farming & Food Experience 2024! Hosted by the Dutch Farm of the Future in Lelystad and the National Fieldlab Precision Agriculture, this event promises to unveil the latest innovations in crop cultivation.

Join us at the Future Farming & Food Experience on May 30, 2024, hosted by the Farm of the Future in Lelystad and the National Fieldlab Precision Agriculture. This collaborative project between farmers and researchers from Wageningen University & Research aims to trial new agricultural techniques in real-world settings.

Sustainable farming practices

This year, the Dutch sugar beet sector (COSUN/IRS) joins the event, showcasing advancements in sugar beet cultivation, such as effective weed control and disease management. Discover the role of robots in enhancing crop sustainability. Additionally, ACRRES will highlight sustainable energy solutions, including the potential of hydrogen and solar panels on farms.

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Spot spray weeders are being tested in pre-established trial fields featuring crops such as carrots and onions, where plastic weed mats are placed among the crops.

Dialogue

Experience the latest advancements in agriculture, from buzzing drones to autonomous tractors and AI-driven crop management. Join us for insightful discussions, interactive sessions, and captivating demonstrations showcasing the future of farming. Jan Kamp, representing the Farm of the Future and the National Precision Agriculture Test Site, provides an overview of this year’s program.

Sustainable Food, the Ultimate Goal:

Explore the production side of food at the Food Plaza, focusing on transforming agricultural by-products into high-quality ingredients. Learn about extracting proteins from residual streams and minimizing agricultural waste. Discover how companies like AVEBE, a leading starch potato manufacturer, are revolutionizing food production methods.