Samenvatting

The study examines the current challenges faced by Dutch farmers and how they prioritize them. Based on literature research and seven in-depth interviews, the main bottlenecks are identified: increasing environmental regulations, economic pressure due to low profit margins and high land and technology costs, limited market power, and demographic aging. Through a MoSCoW survey, farmers rank possible solutions; transparent communication with regulators and financial compensation for environmental requirements score the highest. The results show that system-level support (policy, income, knowledge) carries more weight than purely technical innovations. The research offers recommendations for policymakers and the agricultural sector to strengthen the long-term sustainability of the farming industry