Additional checks on compliance with rules for crop rotation in South Holland, Netherlands

Published 2024년 11월 5일

Tridge summary

The article highlights the issue of water pollution caused by the process of changing crops in greenhouses. The current practice involves removing existing plants and introducing new cuttings, which results in the release of dirty water from the greenhouses. This dirty water can negatively affect water quality if it is not properly disposed of, often leading to a spike in water pollution during crop change periods. In an effort to address this problem, local water boards have introduced a new initiative called the 'crop change check'. This initiative aims to ensure that crop changes are carried out in a more sustainable way, with the goal of reducing water pollution and promoting environmental sustainability.
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When crops are changed, for example tomatoes, aubergines and peppers, the existing plants are removed and new cuttings are planted. However, removing and cleaning the greenhouses in between also releases dirty water. 'This water sometimes ends up in the ditch or soil, which can affect the water quality. Unfortunately, we see a peak in water pollution in the period around crop changes', the Schieland and Krimpenerwaard water board explains the ...
Source: Nieuwe Oogst

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