Wageningen University & Research (WUR)

Descripción de la compañía

‘To explore the potential of nature to improve the quality of life’.

That is the mission of Wageningen UR (University & Research centre).

A staff of 6,500 and 10,000 students from over 100 countries work everywhere around the world in the domain of healthy food and living environment for governments and the business community-at-large.

Tipos de productos que ofrece esta empresa

- Investigación y Desarrollo

Noticias de esta Compañia

Abril 23, 2026

Aardappeldemodag starts planting for 2026 event with HZPC Libra variety

Aardappeldemodag has started planting activities for Aardappeldemodag 2026, with 2.5 hectares of the potato variety Libra planted last week.

Wageningen University & Research initiates new field trials to evaluate genetically modified potatoes with enhanced disease resistance and reduced pesticide needs

Abril 21, 2026

Wageningen University and Research Launches New Field Trials for Genetically Modified Potatoes

Wageningen University & Research starts new field trials with genetically modified potatoes. The potatoes tested in these field trials have been genetically modified by adding or switching off multiple genes.

BRS F21 potato plants in the field as part of Embrapa’s processing-oriented breeding program.

Abril 14, 2026

Nuevos ensayos de campo marcan el siguiente paso para las papas genéticamente modificadas en Europa

Nuevos ensayos en Europa buscarán evaluar papas genéticamente modificadas con mayor resistencia a enfermedades como el tizón tardío, con el objetivo de reducir el uso de pesticidas y aportar evidencia al debate regulatorio sobre las nuevas técnicas genómicas.

Knowledge and innovation take center stage at Potato Demo Day 2026 — bringing the potato community together to learn, share, and grow.

Noviembre 09, 2025

Potato Demo Day 2026 in Westmaas: A Hub for Meeting, Learning, and Innovation in the Potato Industry

Potato Demo Day 2026 will be held on 2 September 2026 in Westmaas, focusing on knowledge sharing, innovation, and networking. New highlights include the Startup Square and live demos, alongside key programs like the Young Farmers Program and Knowledge Barn.