Saline agriculture is the cultivation of crops that are resistant to salt (halophytes) on salinized soil. This is an innovative solution for agricultural land that has become unusable for traditional crops due to sea level rise or saltwater intrusion.

At our test stations in Zeeland, we focus on breeding salt-tolerant potatoes and grains. We use genetic modification and traditional breeding techniques to develop varieties that can thrive on salinized soil.

Yes, with rising sea levels, salinization is a growing problem. Saline agriculture offers an opportunity to keep these lands productive while simultaneously ensuring food security. It is a sustainable adaptation to climate change.

All our research is conducted according to the strictest Dutch and European safety standards. Before a crop comes to market, it undergoes extensive testing for safety for humans, animals, and the environment.

Our main research facilities are located in Zeeland, an area ideally suited for research on salinization. Here we simulate different salt levels to find the optimal conditions for our halophytes.