Radio program on horticulture in France
On Thursday 28 October & Thursday 4 November 2021 (16.00 – 17.00 hrs CET) you can listen to a next edition of Jungle Talks to the World with focus on the horticultural developments in ‘La Douce France’. The agricultural counsellor Martijn Weijtens will have an active participation next to several other guest speakers from important companies active in this sector.
France is a mayor force and influence when it comes to food production in Europe, but still imports about half of what it needs for consumption. However, local for local is important and consumers attach importance to products that are being made in France and value quality and taste. Also, vertical farming is hot, especially on the rooftops of big cities like Paris. We will explore the latest trends in vegetable production and floriculture with three dedicated French professionals.
Guest speakers
Agricultural Counsellor Martijn Weijtens will present a general overview of the horticultural sector in France. Afterwards Antoine Lepilleur, CEO of Richel Group will explore developments in the greenhouse sector and also discuss the future expansion of greenhouse production in France. Pierre-Yves Jestin, president of cooperative Saveol will provide deeper insight in how vegetable production has developed over the years and the future of business structures and specifically, pesticide-free production. Last but not least, Brand Wagenaar, founder and former owner of Holimco will share his knowledge and experiences in floriculture in France.
Program
Presenter Ed Smit will introduce his guests during the first episode on October 28. The following week, on November 4, he and his guests will talk about the opportunities and challenges in France while especially touching upon three different topics. Energy is a complex and determining issue in French horticulture. In addition, sustainability is high on the agenda, will this become an additional competitive advantage over imports from countries that put less emphasis on environmental issues? Or will France even become an exporter of pesticide-free vegetables?
Labour is more expensive in France than in any other country in Europe. What does this imply for the future? French horticulture has great perspectives, but it will have to keep up with the speed of global developments. What needs to be done?
Tune in or listen back
If you are interested to know more about France, do not miss these episodes of Jungle Talks to the World. In two hours you will get a good overview of the current situation in horticulture and what the future will look like in the next couple of years. Tune in on Thursday 28 October and 4 November at 16.00 CET via www.paprikatastyradio.nl.
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