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Limburg farmer expands quinoa cultivation to 30 hectares: 'Climate resilient plant'
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Limburg farmer expands quinoa cultivation to 30 hectares: 'Climate resilient plant'

Luc Lavrijsen, a farmer from Herk-de-Stad, is expanding his quinoa cultivation from 10 to 30 hectares this year, and he's thrilled about it! Despite the ongoing drought, his quinoa harvest is thriving, showcasing its resilience to extreme weather. This plant, originally from South America, has been adapted through research to grow well in Flanders and the Netherlands without pesticides. Lavrijsen is even sharing his knowledge with other farmers, sparking interest in quinoa cultivation across the region.
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