The Netherlands is a leader in sustainable agriculture | World …
2019年11月27日 · The Netherlands might be a small country, but it's the second-largest exporter of agriculture in the world, after the United States. In 2017, the Netherlands exported $111 billion worth of agricultural goods , including $10 billion of flowers and $7.4 billion of vegetables.
Farmers in the Netherlands are growing more food using less land ...
This pioneering Dutch farm has found clever ways to generate higher yields using less space and fewer inputs. They’re growing food that’s more sustainable and economical too. Despite being a small, densely populated country, the Netherlands is one of the world’s biggest vegetable exporters. As our demand for food increases, could this efficient approach help define the farms of …
Sustainable farming can be achieved – with LED light shows
2021年1月20日 · A 20,000-square-metre light installation in the Netherlands is contributing to sustainable agriculture. The vertically placed LEDs in a field of leek are said to increase crop growth. UV light could also reduce the use of pesticides by up to 50%, according to Daan Roosegaarde, the designer behind the project.
How regenerative agriculture builds resilient climate solutions
2024年11月18日 · Climate finance for agriculture needs a significant boost, with innovative funding models essential to achieve sustainable food systems. Cross-sector partnerships are key to empowering farmers and creating a resilient, equitable food …
How art can address real-world problems | World Economic Forum
2016年3月16日 · Technology has controlled Holland’s rivers and kept the sea at bay, thus allowing agriculture and commerce to flourish. For Waterlicht , presented at several European locations last year, Roosegaarde projects blue LED light into urban spaces at night to create a vaporous layer of “water”—a virtual sea at the level the ocean would be ...
Davos 2025: What to expect and who's coming? | World Economic …
2024年12月9日 · The 2025 Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum takes place from 20-24 January in Davos, Switzerland. The meeting convenes under the title Collaboration for the Intelligent Age, accessible to the wider public with livestreamed sessions and an overview of the themes is available on the dedicated event website.
How technology is helping solve farming's biggest issues | World ...
2023年11月9日 · The agriculture sector is the second largest global emitter of greenhouse gas emissions, second only to the energy sector. It is also responsible for 70% of all freshwater withdrawals globally. Overproduction and unsustainable farming practices, further exacerbated by climate change, are degrading our soil.
The top economics stories of 2024 - The World Economic Forum
2024年12月11日 · The global economy was front and centre in 2024, as leaders grappled with the lingering impacts of inflation, explored changes to monetary policy and how to ensure growth in the Intelligent Age.
The top technology stories from 2024 - The World Economic Forum
2024年12月18日 · Technological developments were a key topic in 2024, for global news and for the World Economic Forum. From agritech advancements to progress on tackling the digital divide, here are some of our must-read stories from 2024.
AI for agriculture: How Indian farmers are harnessing emerging ...
2024年1月11日 · Saagu Baagu has demonstrated remarkable results in its first phase of implementation. Farmers participating in the programme saw a 21% increase in chili yields per acre, a 9% reduction in pesticide use, a 5% decrease in fertilizer usage, and an 8% improvement in unit prices due to quality enhancements.