Flanders makes a case for local Belgian ginger

People in Flanders, Belgium, see chances to expand local ginger cultivation. Researchers wanted a project to address the biggest challenges in support of ginger farming in that region. So, on November 1, 2023, the horticultural (LA) project "Expansion of ginger cultivation in Flanders" was launched. The PGA, East Flanders' provincial vegetable cultivation research center, is coordinating this. It is working with the VCBT, the Flemish Center for the Conservation of Horticultural Products. The goal is to build a complete, local value chain around Flemish ginger. By closely involving all chain players from the start - from plant material to end product - the project partners want to create a revenue model for all parties involved. Adapting plant material and cultivation methodsTo grow ginger successfully and sustainably, it is vital to begin with suitable, affordable, disease-free plant material. That availability is currently very limited. That, thus, forms an essential focus for ...