All plants suffer from
external intruders that stunt growth and damage health, such as
weeds, fungi and insects. Growers use crop protection products to
keep their crops in the healthiest possible condition. Wherever
possible, The Greenery's growers opt to use natural crop protection
products. The Greenery assists them by providing advice,
supervision and monitoring services.
The Greenery policy
- A preference for natural crop protection methods
- Minimal use of chemical agents
- Additional checks to identify any chemical residues and
microbial contaminations
A preference for natural crop protection methods
The use of natural crop protection
methods helps avoid the risks associated with chemical agents. An
increasing number of chemical crop protection products can now be
replaced by sustainable natural alternatives. Our specialists keep
close track of the latest developments in the field. The Greenery
supports research on alternatives for chemical crop protection
products.
Use of chemical crop protection products unavoidable
If it were not for the use of
chemical crop protection methods, 30% to 40% of all crops would
currently be lost. As a result, these products will continue to
play a key role in agriculture. Government agencies regulate their
use in order to protect people and the environment. Across the
board, Europe currently applies the most stringent guidelines in
this area. A growing number of supermarket chains now applies
standards above the statutory minimum. The Greenery is capable of
meeting these more stringent requirements.
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about certification
Checks by The Greenery
Naturally, The Greenery adheres to
all relevant guidelines. The Food and Consumer Product Safety
Authority (Voedsel en Waren Autoriteit, VWA) monitors guideline
compliance. In order to further minimise risks, we conduct
large-scale checks.
Read more about prevention &
monitoring