This year, for the first time, two open days are being organised. The annual open day will be held on 17 August. This day is, as usual, aimed at Dutch and Belgian visitors. On 18 August, the Randwijk Experimental Garden will hold its first open day for its international colleagues. The organisers are expecting more than 600 visitors over the two days.
On Thursday, the programme will consist of a tour, demonstration and business market. In the afternoon, there will be a tour focused on various themes. Among other things, the organic cultivation of Natyra under nets, trench cultivation and water supply systems will come under the spotlight. Attention will also be given to various mutations and varieties of apples and pears. In the evening there will be demonstrations about emission-limiting techniques and Project Fruit 4.0. In this project, methods to monitor blossom and fruit development by using relatively simple camera techniques, are being explored. During the breaks, it is possible to visit the business market and have something to eat and drink. The activities will end around 20:15, followed by a networking cocktail party.
15:00: Welcoming remarks
15:15: Tour
19: 00: Demonstrations
20:15: Networking cocktail party
Programme for 18 August
The international open day's programme is similar to the programme of the previous day, but with more attention on apple farming. The day's activities will begin at 10:00 and last until 17:00. The tour and demonstration will be given in German and English.
For supporters and sponsors of the experimental garden, entrance to both days is free. For everyone else, the entrance fee will be EUR 20 on 17 August. The international open day will cost EUR 50. The entrance fee on both days includes a snack and drink.
The experimetal garden is at 1 Lingewal 1, 6668 LA in Randwijk.
For more information: www.proeftuinrandwijk.nl