What does the Dutch government think about the sustainability initiatives for soy cultivation?
In the letter ‘Duurzame soja’ (sustainable soy; Dutch language) of 6 June 2007, Minister Verburg indicates that the cabinet shares society’s concern about the negative effects that accompany the expansion of soy cultivation, and in particular in Argentina and Brazil. The Dutch government is developing its own activities in order to further a sustainable soy sector, and participates in and supports the initiatives of industry and NGOs. According to Verburg, the Round Table on Responsible Soy is the most important instrument for this purpose. The government values the role played by these NGOs, industry and (research) institutions in the consultations that are directed towards achieving sustainable soy chains, and wishes to continue the collaboration.
