Arable crops system in the Netherlands – Booklet #2

Key Hub Conclusions:
The introduction of IPM in arable production systems is complex. In addition, economic constraints cause farmers to be risk averse. Forerunner farmers are intrinsically motivated to help develop more sustainable production methods. They also have the skills, tools and knowledge to serve as examples for their colleagues. As a result, introduction of reliable and robust IPM methods for weed, disease and pest control is a slow and lengthy process that started many years ago and will continue far into the future. Farmer collaboration, facilitated and supported by experts, in hubs, sharing knowledge, ideas and experience is of critical importance to the successful implementation of IPM.

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