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Farmers across the Netherlands are experiencing an abundant harvest due to an exceptionally dry and sunny spring, but many are facing significant challenges. For instance, Johan Pals reports that nearly 40% of his biological cabbage harvest is too large for supermarket standards.

The No Waste Army is organizing a major initiative to save nearly one million kilograms of surplus vegetables from six farmers, including substantial amounts of carrots, cabbage, and potatoes. Prices for potatoes have dropped 90% compared to contract prices, and processors have adjusted their rates for next year.

Pals, who secured a price for his potatoes, is still struggling with excess stock as demand remains low. He is unable to harvest his crops until buyers are found, and any unsold cabbage will be shredded as compost for next year’s planting.