Thematic discussion: what does the future look like for young farmers?

Young, starting farmers face many challenges. We are confronted with difficult choices: how do we balance economic, political, social and ecological interests? And how do we provide young farmers with the means to tackle these challenges?

This is not just a Dutch story, but a European one too. How are European objectives translated to the local level? What impact does European agricultural policy actually have on our farmers? What perspective can Europe offer them? And how can young farmers be supported in their transition towards sustainability?

Come and join the conversation!
This themed discussion will take place on Wednesday, 4 February at Omnia, Wageningen Campus (Dutch spoken). The event is free of charge.

20:00 – 20:05 General introduction
20:05 – 20:10 Introduction of Kadir van Lohuizen
20:10 – 20:40 Interview and Q&A session with Kadir van Lohuizen
20:40 – 21:00 Interview with Gijs Schilthuis on European agricultural policy
21:00 – 21:45 Panel discussion with Gijs Schilthuis, Harold Zoet, Zoë van Eldik and Gerben Boom
21:45 – 22:00 Q&A session with the panellists
22:00 – 22:05 Closing of the programme

The Local Europe series, organised by Pakhuis de Zwijger and Studio Europa Maastricht on behalf of the European Commission, offers a platform to explore how European legislation affects everyday life in regions.