Dutch expert: The prospect of cooperation in the field of agriculture between the Netherlands and China is vast

The Hague, August 4th (Xinhua) - Harry Witches, a senior researcher at Wageningen University and Research Center in the Netherlands, recently said in an interview with Xinhua News Agency that there are broad prospects for cooperation between the Netherlands and China in the field of agriculture, especially in sustainable development, food and health, and addressing population aging. Both sides can work together to tackle common challenges.

Weickels said that sustainable development is crucial for both the Netherlands and China. Wageningen University and Research Center hope to provide assistance for the sustainable development of both countries through cooperation with Chinese enterprises and research institutions.

Recently, China Mengniu Group signed a project cooperation agreement with Wageningen University and Research Center, deciding to carry out joint research and innovation cooperation in the fields of nutrition science and food technology. He stated that Wageningen University and research centers attach great importance to cooperation with enterprises, as such cooperation can promote the transformation and practical application of research and innovation results. The interest and application of research results from universities by enterprises is a reflection of the practical value of research. The school hopes that its research results can attract the attention of enterprises and prove their practical application value.

Wageningen University and Research Center is a renowned agricultural institution in the Netherlands and even the world. According to Weickels, Wageningen University and its research center have established extensive cooperation with Chinese enterprises and research institutions to jointly cultivate agricultural talents. Currently, many Chinese students are pursuing doctoral degrees at the university.