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Up to 30 percent fewer farms expected as a result of nitrogen plans.

NOS Nieuws ·
Up to 30 percent fewer farms expected as a result of nitrogen plans.
Wageningen researchers forecast a 10-30% decrease in Dutch farms due to Minister Van Essen's nitrogen plans, which seek to align agriculture with environmental goals while maintaining food security.

Summary

Researchers from Wageningen University predict a reduction of 10 to 30 percent in the number of farms in the Netherlands due to new nitrogen plans by Minister Van Essen. The plans aim to balance the agricultural sector with environmental goals without jeopardizing food security. The nitrogen plans will significantly impact farming families.

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