Dutch Greenhouse Delta
Dutch Greenhouse Delta (DGD) is a powerful international platform representing the entire ecosystem of horticultural expertise from the Netherlands. We serve as the gateway to Dutch horticultural innovation, collaborating closely with our partners to create sustainable ecosystems that address the global demand for fresh, high-quality products.
Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen cooperation in the international domain
Dutch Greenhouse Delta (DGD) and the Netherlands Water Partnership (NWP) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen their cooperation in the international domain. By structurally linking Dutch expertise in water management and greenhouse horticulture, the two organisations aim to position a more coherent and effective Dutch offering in regions where climate pressure, limited water resources and the need for sustainable food production come together.
According to Rick Elmendorp, Director & Chair of the Netherlands Water Partnership, no single sector can address today’s interconnected water and food challenges alone, making strategic cooperation between water expertise and horticultural innovation essential for delivering sustainable, climate-proof solutions with real impact on the ground.
Mirjam Boekestijn, CEO of Dutch Greenhouse Delta adds that sustainable food production increasingly depends on connecting efficient water management with advanced greenhouse systems, making strategic cooperation between the two domains essential.
Across the world, sustainable food production increasingly depends on reliable and efficient water systems, while many regions face growing water scarcity and climate stress. These challenges are deeply interconnected — a reality reflected in the international Water–Energy–Food (WEF) Nexus approach.In Controlled Environment Agriculture, this interdependence is particularly visible: food production relies on stable, high-quality water supplies and efficient reuse; water and energy systems directly shape the climate inside and around the greenhouse; and local food systems can only thrive when water is managed responsibly and sustainably. Addressing these aspects together, rather than in isolation, leads to more robust, scalable and resource-efficient systems.
Offering integrated solutions, relevant in water-scarce regions
The MoU between DGD and NWP builds on clear synergies. By linking Dutch water technology with advanced horticulture, the two sectors can offer integrated solutions that are highly relevant in water-scarce regions. Acting together also strengthens international visibility, especially where governments are seeking holistic approaches to water and food security. Joint thematic work accelerates innovation on water inside and outside the greenhouse, while coordinated missions and broader networks expand opportunities for companies wishing to position themselves as part of a complete system.
The collaboration prioritises the Middle East, followed by North Africa and parts of Asia — regions where water availability, food demand and climate challenges are closely linked. In these contexts, integrated solutions are essential rather than optional. Through this MoU, DGD and NWP can jointly develop and promote Dutch system solutions that support long-term resilience and sustainable local production.