Wageningen Campus: Epicentre of Agri-Food Innovation in Europe
Shaping the Future of Food at Wageningen Campus
An inspiring environment for research, development, and innovation
Wageningen Campus is Europe’s premier hub for agri-food innovation, where world-class research, entrepreneurship, and education converge. Home to Wageningen University & Research (WUR), and over 230 organisations, including global businesses such as FrieslandCampina and Unilever, the campus fosters advancements in sustainable agriculture, food production, and health. Its ecosystem drives global solutions for food security and environmental sustainability.
Leading global research in agri-food
Wageningen Campus is at the forefront of global agri-food research. Anchored by Wageningen University & Research, it supports breakthroughs in food systems, environmental sustainability, and biotechnology. Global companies like Unilever, OnePlanet Research Centre, and start-ups work collaboratively in this ecosystem.
Collaborating with global leaders
Wageningen Campus fosters international collaboration, bringing together talent from over 115 countries. Its connectivity to global networks makes it an ideal platform for R&D, supporting businesses looking to make an impact on global food systems. This culture of openness enables partnerships with leading institutions like Michigan State University and Enactus.
Innovative solutions for a sustainable future
As a hub for sustainable innovation, Wageningen Campus drives research in areas like the Protein Shift, Circular Agriculture, and Nutrition & Health. Programs like Foodvalley 2030 empower researchers and businesses to address global challenges in sustainable food production, healthy aging, and plant-based nutrition.
A unique shared facility for food development and ingredient design
Plus Ultra II now offers more than lab and office for start-ups, scale-ups, and established organisations in the Agri & Food sector. Within Plus Ultra II, the Food Innovation Kitchen is a unique addition that empowers the campus on the future of agrifood.
Our specialised assets on Wageningen Campus
Wageningen Campus offers world-class facilities tailored to the needs of agri-food and life sciences innovators. Kadans offers different buildings on Wageningen Campus designed for agri-food and life sciences research. Explore our state-of-the-art buildings that foster collaboration and innovation.
Plus Ultra Wageningen
Plus Ultra Wageningen provides a dynamic environment for start-ups and established companies. With flexible office spaces, labs, and shared meeting rooms, it fosters innovation in sustainable agriculture and food technologies.
- Office spaces
- Conference rooms
- Labs
- Networking hub
- Innovation community
- Central location
Plus Ultra II Wageningen
As a modern addition to the campus, Plus Ultra II Wageningen is equipped with top-notch laboratories and office spaces, specifically designed for agri-food businesses and researchers. It encourages collaboration and growth through its open innovation ecosystem.
- High-tech labs
- Flexible offices
- Meeting rooms
- Food Innovation Kitchen
- Innovation hub
- Networking spaces
Plus Ultra III Wageningen
Plus Ultra III Wageningen is Kadans’ newest addition to Wageningen, providing modern office spaces, labs, pilot-plants and shared facilities. It is designed to foster collaboration among start-ups, researchers, and multinational companies in agri-tech and biotechnology.
- Flexible offices
- High-tech labs
- Networking spaces
- Sustainability focused
- Innovation community
- Meeting rooms
BioPartner Center Wageningen
BioPartner Center Wageningen offers specialised laboratories and offices for biotech and life sciences companies. Designed to accelerate innovation, it provides essential infrastructure for start-ups and established firms in the sector.
- Biotech labs
- Meeting rooms
- R&D facilities
- Flexible offices
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Agri & Food innovation at Wageningen Campus
Wageningen Campus is the leading hub for agri-food and biotechnology research in Europe, driving innovation in sustainable food production and agriculture.
Discover your ideal lab space at Kadans
At Wageningen Campus, Kadans offers state-of-the-art, customisable lab spaces for cutting-edge research and innovation in agri-food and life sciences.
View our frequently asked questions
Below you will find the frequently asked questions. Do you have any other questions, or would you prefer to speak to an expert? If so, please get in touch with us and ask your question straight away.
What is Wageningen Campus known for?
Wageningen Campus is widely recognised as Europe’s leading hub for agriculture and food innovation. The campus brings together world-class research, education, knowledge, and entrepreneurship. This creates an environment where organisations collaborate on solutions for sustainable agriculture, food production, nutrition, and environmental challenges.
Which organisations are based on Wageningen Campus?
The campus is home to more than 230 organisations, including Wageningen University & Research (WUR), global companies such as Yakult, Dsm-firmenich, FrieslandCampina and Unilever, innovative scale-ups, and pioneering start-ups. This diverse ecosystem encourages collaboration across the entire agri-food value chain.
Why do agri-food companies choose Wageningen Campus?
Businesses choose Wageningen Campus because it offers direct access to leading scientific expertise, knowledge, specialised research facilities, industry partners, and a highly international talent pool. The campus provides an ideal environment for accelerating research, product development, and commercial innovation in the agri-food sector.
What are the main research areas at Wageningen Campus?
Research at Wageningen Campus focuses on key global challenges. This includes sustainable food production, biotechnology, circular agriculture, the Protein Shift, nutrition and health, and environmental sustainability.
What facilities are available on the campus?
Companies can access a range of specialised facilities, including high-end laboratories, flexible office spaces, pilot plants, meeting rooms, conference facilities, shared innovation spaces, and shared facilities from Wageningen University & Research. Kadans’ buildings on the campus are specifically designed to support research and development activities in agri-food.
What is the Food Innovation Kitchen?
The Food Innovation Kitchen, located within Plus Ultra II Wageningen, is a shared facility that supports food development and ingredient innovation. It enables start-ups, scale-ups, and established organisations to develop, test, and refine new food concepts in a professional R&D environment. This can be rented on a daily basis.
Is Wageningen Campus an international cluster?
Wageningen Campus has a highly international community, with more than 13,000 students representing over 115 countries. The global outlook and extensive partnerships make it a key destination for organisations seeking worldwide collaboration opportunities in food and agricultural innovation.
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Wageningen Campus is Europe’s number one hotspot for agricultural and food related innovations. The Campus drives research in areas like the Protein Shift, Circular Agriculture, and Nutrition & Health. It is located in the middle of the Foodvalley region and combines two important functions. It houses Wageningen University & Research with its characteristic monolithic buildings and research centres. In addition, Wageningen Campus houses the ‘Business Strip’ for companies in Agri & Food and Environment. The Plus Ultra Wageningen cluster is located here, consisting of three buildings and its own car parking where Kadans, exclusively, in cooperation with the university, rents out accommodation for pilot plants, laboratories and offices.