Hans Peter Reinders and Hans Repko

In: UA Magazine no. 19 - Stimulating Innovation in Urban Agriculture

Wine production in the Netherlands is increasing. Since the Netherlands is not a traditional wine-producing region there is a tremendous need for new knowledge. This knowledge is partly imported from other regions with similar characteristics, such as Germany. But since every location is unique, specific knowledge also needs to be developed. Research is limited for such a small sector in the Netherlands, so a lot of innovations are developed by the growers themselves. A good example of an innovative enterprise is the Dutch vineyard El Placer, located in the city of Lelystad.