Horti Health Event

On Wednesday, October 9, we are hosting our Horti Health Event at World Horti Center. This festive and inspiring gathering marks the kick-off of our new theme square: Health. The program will feature presentations and discussions with, among others, ‘food visionary’ Rob Baan and alderman of the Municipality of Westland, Anko Goudswaard. Following that, in collaboration with De Week van Ons Eten, the National Food Quiz will take place. In short, it’s an event with a healthy mix of knowledge sharing and inspiration that you won’t want to miss! Read more below about the Health Square and the program on October 9.

Health Square

Globally, horticulture plays a crucial role in fostering health and happiness, and we believe it is time to spread this message more widely together. Together with our partners, we are highlighting the benefits of healthy food and a green living environment at the Health Square. The square contributes to:

• Knowledge sharing and innovation by connecting various target groups – including research, education, entrepreneurs, and governments

• Collaboration and awareness both within and outside the sector with, for instance, healthcare, (top-level) sports, and retail

Partners will have the opportunity to tell their story at the square through a film on a large screen. Additionally, they contribute to the development of the square and its programming. We are very happy with our first early adopters.Would you like your company to be part of the Health Square as well? We would love to discuss it with you!

Speakers

The kick-off of our Health Area on October 9 will feature presentations from, among others, Rob Baan and Anko Goudswaard. Rob Baan’s fresh and enlightening perspective on the food industry makes him a unique and valuable expert in the field of food and health. The Koppert Cress owner is a man on a mission: “Let’s look in a different way to fresh food and health.”

Anko Goudswaard has been an alderman for the Municipality of Westland since 2022. His portfolio includes Sports, Education, Events, and Communication. In his role, he focuses on the growth and development of Flora Campus Westland, with a strong emphasis on the theme of ‘Health.’

National Food Quiz

In addition to the opening of the Health Square, the National Food Quiz will take place on October 9 at the World Horti Center. Enthusiastic teams will participate live from WHC, as well as via the online broadcast. Test your knowledge and be surprised by the science behind our food! The quiz will be hosted by Roxana van der Meulen, with support from food experts Andrea Stavenuiter, Jaap Bond, and Kees de Gooijer. The National Food Quiz is part of De Week van Ons Eten (formerly Dutch Food Week). Want to play? Sign up with your team of up to 4 people via the button below.

Program October 9, 2024

Registration

We look forward to making this a wonderful event with you. Registration is possible until October 4 via the button below. We hope to welcome you to the World Horti Center on October 9!