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Sustainability in horticulture is entering a more disciplined phase, where measurement, reporting, and accountability are becoming part of day-to-day business. ESG is increasingly determining how companies operate, trade, and position themselves within the supply chain.
This shift will be in focus at the Tuinbouw Footprint Event on 16 April at Op Hodenpijl in Schipluiden, the Netherlands. Organised by Greenhouse Sustainability BV, a consultancy focused on sustainability data, footprinting, and ESG-aligned reporting in horticulture. The initiative is delivered in collaboration with aaff, a Dutch advisory and accountancy organisation, and Epiic, a consultancy focused on sustainability strategy.
ESG—Environmental, Social and Governance—has been established as a well-defined framework for assessing environmental impact, social responsibility, and business practices. For growers, it is increasingly tied to market access, customer requirements, and long-term competitiveness.
“The pressure on the horticulture sector to operate in a transparent and demonstrably sustainable manner is growing rapidly. ESG and carbon footprinting are no longer optional; they are prerequisites for maintaining market access and ensuring business resilience,” said Caroline Nederpelt, Marketing & Communication Manager at Greenhouse Sustainability BV.
The event brings together stakeholders from across the flowers, plants, and fresh produce sectors, reflecting how sustainability expectations are no longer confined to individual businesses but extend across the entire value chain.
The opening panel features contributors from Harvest House, Ter Laak Orchios, Royal General Bulb Growers’ Association (KAVB), and Florpartners, depicting how different segments of the industry are responding to sustainability pressures.
For professional growers, this cross-sector perspective is critical. Retailers, logistics providers, and input suppliers are increasingly aligned around shared sustainability metrics, making consistency across the chain essential.
The programme is structured around the three pillars of ESG, with real-world insights from organisations including KP Holland, Best Fresh Group and Tuinbranche Nederland.
Environmental sessions will focus on footprinting and impact reduction. Governance discussions will address how businesses are structuring their strategies to meet future requirements. The social dimension, often less defined, will be explored through a keynote highlighting inclusion and its wider societal impact.
Together, these items reflect a shift from broad sustainability ambitions towards measurable, reportable performance.
The event concludes with the announcement of the most sustainable enterprise of 2026, with nominees spanning flowers, plants, and fresh produce.
This kind of benchmarking signals a wider transition within the sector. Sustainability is not simply part of brand positioning; it is becoming a factor in commercial decision-making, partnerships, and procurement.
While the event is rooted in the Netherlands, the direction of travel is international. ESG frameworks are progressively influencing trade relationships, retailer expectations, and investment decisions across multiple regions.
For growers and supply chain partners, the message is clear: comprehending and executing ESG is moving from optional to indispensable.
Further details and registration information are available at:
www.greenhouse-sustainability.com/tuinbouw-footprint-event-2026/
