World Horti Center recently had the pleasure of welcoming two ministerial delegations for a day of knowledge exchange and international collaboration.
The first visit was from Ghana, led by the Honourable John Dumelo, Deputy Minister of Food and Agriculture, accompanied by his delegation. Following a short introduction to World Horti Center by Puck van Holsteijn, guests were guided through the facility. The visit covered key topics including the horticultural value chain, greenhouse cultivation, and water management. Valuable insights were contributed by Jason Wiersma of Van der Ende Group, Mirjam Boekestijn of Dutch Greenhouse Delta, and Dr. Andre van der Wurff of Vertify.
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Shortly after, World Horti Center welcomed a delegation from the Republic of Kosovo, including Ms. Mimoza Kusari, Minister of Industry, Entrepreneurship, Trade and Innovation, and Ambassador Mr. Dren Doli. Following a brief introduction, Puck van Holsteijn guided the delegation through the facility, with discussions centred on water, energy, and startups. At the Robotics & AI square, Minister Kusari engaged in a conversation with AI assistant Cassie, highlighting the center's commitment to innovation in horticulture.
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Across both visits, several themes emerged as priorities: knowledge exchange, workforce training, innovation, and the critical role of water in sustainable horticulture. World Horti Center remains committed to fostering international collaboration and looks forward to working with both delegations on these shared challenges.
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