Aeres

Aeres University of Applied Sciences (Aeres UAS), with campuses in Almere, Dronten, and Wageningen, is a Dutch higher education and research institution specializing in agriculture, food, and sustainable living. In the potato sector, Aeres operates Aeres Farms, which integrates education and research with practical farming.

The facilities include arable land for potato cultivation, trial plots for crop research, and modern storage units capable of holding 2,500 tons of potatoes alongside 1,000 tons of onions. These resources support applied studies in crop production, storage technology, quality management, and sustainable farming practices. Aeres combines academic teaching with hands-on training, enabling students and professionals to engage directly with potato cultivation, post-harvest handling, and innovation in agribusiness.

The institution also collaborates internationally, offering research partnerships, training, and consultancy services in potato and broader food system development.