Sietze Vellema

Dr. Sietze Vellema is an Associate Professor at Wageningen University & Research's Department of Knowledge Technology and Innovation and a Senior Researcher at Erasmus University Rotterdam's Partnerships Resource Centre. His work focuses on inclusive development, global value chains, and sustainability in agri-food systems. He leads research on partnerships in agribusiness, particularly in Africa, and co-edits NJAS: Agricultural and Life Sciences. Key areas include cocoa, coffee, and banana value chains, emphasizing institutional arrangements and smallholder inclusion. He supervises PhD students on topics like collective action in West Africa and food safety in Southeast Asia. His recent projects address low-emission dairy in Kenya and inclusive agribusiness scaling through programs like 2SCALE.

• Education: PhD (dr.) and Engineering (ir.) credentials.
• Research: Combines action research with interdisciplinary analysis to address food security, sustainability, and governance in global commodity systems.
• Publications: Over 50 articles on value chains, partnerships, and sustainability standards, including work on Rooibos tea and shrimp certification.
• Affiliations: Active in both academic and applied research, engaging with NGOs and private sector partners.

His work bridges global and local dynamics, advocating for co-creation in standard-setting to ensure sustainability practices align with regional realities.