CalonLTO

Valid question!

First of all – we live in a fertile delta where we are good at producing certain things thanks to natural and societal circumstances. Good also means: with a very low environmental impact per kilogramme of product (the lowest in the world, I believe).

About 80% of our export is within the European Union, especially Germany. If you drive the same distance from my home as in a large state in the US I will cross 2 or 3 national borders. So ‘local’ or ‘all over the world’ is relative to your perspective.

But, more importantly: you need to take into account that export is measured in value. A kilogramme of tomato seed made in the Netherlands is worth more than a kilogramme of gold. So being the 2nd exporter in the world is not about volume, it is about creating value.

Because we are a trading nation, we benefit from stable and open trade. We have not seen a significant impact from the recent trade war between the US and China. Brexit is worrying though – the UK is our third trading partner.

Wholegrain panini with tuna salad!

Oh man – this is a long time ago. It’s Droomvlucht!

For our non-Dutch redditors: https://www.efteling.com/en/park/attractions/droomvlucht

Different example than you may expect: green walls with plants to regulate indoor climate and temperature in buildings.