Training

Customized training in Dutch High-Tech Horticulture

Known worldwide for its innovations and efficiency, Dutch horticulture serves as a benchmark for sustainable and high-tech agricultural practices. With our training courses, your organization can gain valuable insights into this progressive sector under the guidance of HortiTech’s experts.

What are our training courses?

Our training courses include a five-day course designed specifically for organizations. This training offers a unique look behind the scenes of the internationally renowned Dutch horticultural industry. The course content and schedule will be fully tailored to the needs of your organization.

Under the guidance of a passionate expert from HortiTech, you will discover every aspect of the value chain, from seed production to the sale of finished products. Training may include the following topics, among others:

Did you know...

Dutch tomato growers produce an average of 70 to 80 kilograms of tomatoes per m², compared to 20 to 30 kilograms in other countries.

Dutch greenhouse horticulture is up to 15 times more efficient with water use than Southern Europe and the U.S.

A modern Dutch greenhouse uses up to 50% less energy than it did 20 years ago.

Practical information about our trainings

Duration

Five days (one working week) or a modified program spread over a longer period.

Time

08.30 - 17.00 uur

Location

World Horti Center (Naaldwijk) & PROOF (Honselersdijk)

Group size

5 to 10 people (other group sizes on request)

A training week in pictures

Tailored to your speed

The speed of our training courses can be fully customised based on your needs. For example, it is possible to successfully complete this training in one week, but it can also be spread over several weeks.

Monday

Introduction of the week

Visit Floriculture grower

Greenhouse practice

Recap day 1

Tuesday

Opening of the day

Theory Ecosystems

Visit World Horti Center

Visit Vegetable Grower

Recap day 2

Wednesday

Opening of the day

Visit to the flower auction

Visit to a breeder

Greenhouse practice

Theory cultivation strategy

Recap day 3

Thursday

Opening of the day

Theory of plant physiology

Theory cultivation systems

Recap day 4

Friday

Opening of the day

Theory greenhouse construction

Visiting a factory of logistics systems

Greenhouse practice

Week closure

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More information about our training courses?

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Interested in our trainings?

The training consists of a combination of theory, practice in the greenhouse units of PROOF’s R&D center and visits to leading companies in the sector. Contact us to find out how we can tailor a training course to suit your organization.

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