Dr. Pytrik Reidsma is Associate Professor for Plant Production Systems at the Wageningen University. Her work focuses on the sustainability and resilience of farming systems.
She has expertise in integrated assessment of agricultural systems, considering impacts on different dimensions of sustainable development (economic, environmental, social), considering different drivers (climate change, policy, markets, technological development), at multiple scales (crop, farm, region, continent; with a focus on the farm level), using a range of methods (statistical analyses, crop modelling, bio-economic farm modelling, Geographic Information Systems, agent-based modelling and participatory approaches).
Current projects on pathways for more sustainable and resilient agriculture in Europe include SURE-Farm and TSARA. In addition, several projects aim to explain yield gaps, resource use efficiencies and environmental impacts in Europe, Africa and Asia. These include ’Yield gap analysis for sustainable potato production’, Waterfarming and TAMASA.
She serves on the Editorial Board of the European Journal of Agronomy, Agricultural Systems, Land Use Policy and Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems, section Climate-Smart Food Systems. She is also a member of the EU Nitrogen Expert Panel. She has published more than 60 articles in peer-reviewed journals.
It is with great sadness that we mourn the loss of Pytrik Reidsma. Pytrik was a wonderful, cheerful person who was also a great scientist deeply committed to improving the sustainability of agriculture. Her courage and perseverance, especially during her battle with cancer, was inspiring. Despite facing great adversity, she remained positive, engaged and encouraging to all her students and colleagues.
Her passion and commitment were greatly admired and will be deeply missed. Pytrik believed in the goodness of people; her spirit will continue to inspire us.
As we remember Pytrik, we find solace in the knowledge that her contributions to building a sustainable future will continue to influence the field for years to come. Her memory will always remain with us, not just in our professional lives, but also in our hearts and minds.
In this moment of great sadness, we extend our deepest condolences to her family, friends, and colleagues. May you find comfort in the memory of Pytrik’s indomitable spirit and her enduring contributions to the world of science. We stand with you in this difficult time, sharing your grief and extending our support. 🖤
