Ministry of Agriculture, Nature and Food Quality

Ministry of Agriculture, Nature and Food Quality and the F&BKP

The F&BKP works closely together with the Ministry of Economic Affairs on several themes. The Ministry is represented in the Steering Committee of the Platform and the Platform consults the Ministry on the scope of research calls. Furthermore, the Platform supports the strategic partnerships of the Ministries of Agriculture, Nature and Food Quality Affairs and Foreign Affairs with the CGIAR and the one with the World Bank Group.  An example of a joint knowledge activity is the publication of Capitalizing on Knowledge.

About the Ministry of Economic Affairs

The Ministry of Agriculture, Nature and Food Quality wants to ensure good prospects for the Dutch farming, horticulture and fishing sectors, which are renowned worldwide for producing good-quality food that is safe and affordable. The Ministry is working with all stakeholders to restore and maintain natural areas. It aims to consolidate the agriculture sector’s leading international position, strengthen the link between nature and agriculture, and improve farmers’ economic situation.

For more information, visit the website of the Dutch Ministry of Agriculture, Nature and Food Quality.