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Innovation is key to growth in the food sector

The Dutch food industry is facing significant pressure. Rising costs, a tight labour market, and high inflation present ongoing challenges for businesses. Despite these hurdles, there are positive signs, such as an incre..

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Manure prices keep rising: livestock farmers under pressure

Manure prices keep rising: livestock farmers under pressure

10 October 2024

Manure disposal costs are skyrock­eting. Dutch dairy and pig farmers, in particular, are feeling the impact of record-high manure prices. Weekly manure price reports from DCA Market Intelli­gence, the benchmark for manure ...

Organic food sales grow by 51% over five years

Organic food sales grow by 51% over five years

10 October 2024

Sales of organic products in the Netherlands have increased by over 50% in the past five years, according to recent figures from CPS GFK. With a growth of 51.7%, sales reached 1.4 billion euros, while the rest of the mar...

FNLI: Scarcity and climate put pressure on the food industry

FNLI: Scarcity and climate put pressure on the food industry

09 October 2024

The Dutch food industry is facing signifi­cant pressure due to increasing scarcity of raw materials and the impact of climate change. Despite a production value of €114.4 billion in 2023, the latest figures from the Monit...

GroentenFruit Huis and food banks launch collaboration

Groenten­Fruit Huis and food banks launch collabo­ra­tion

09 October 2024

Voedsel­banken Nederland, Groenten­Fruit Huis, Groente & Fruitbri­gade, and Groente­bri­gade Manna have signed an agreement to improve access to fresh and healthy food for people living in poverty. The agreement was forma...

Nature’s Pride focuses on CO2 reduction and improved hygiene

Nature’s Pride focuses on CO2 reduction and improved hygiene

09 October 2024

Nature’s Pride and Berries Pride, together with their growers ACP from Peru and ZZ2 from South Africa, have launched an ambitious project to reduce CO2 emissions and improve access to water and hygiene (WASH). This colla...

Hessing acquires 50% stake in Heeren Groenten & Fruit

Hessing acquires 50% stake in Heeren Groenten & Fruit

08 October 2024

Hessing has acquired a 50% strategic stake in Heeren Groenten & Fruit, a specialist in fresh vegetable processing and sous-vide prepara­tions for the foodser­vice sector. This acquisi­tion marks a new phase in the compa...

Implementation of EU deforestation regulation delayed by 12 months

Implemen­tation of EU deforestation regulation delayed by 12 months

08 October 2024

The European Commission has decided to postpone the implemen­ta­tion date of the EU deforesta­tion regulation by one year. This decision follows feedback from interna­tional partners and stakeholders who indicated they neede...

Tradefairs in food

Tradefairs in food

07 October 2024

The food industry is bustling with activity once again, as numerous trade shows and events are scheduled to take place. Among the recent trends, a subtle shift has been noticed: some annual trade shows are transitioning ...

Ban on meat names for vegetarian products not permitted

Ban on meat names for vegetarian products not permitted

07 October 2024

In a recent ruling, the European Court of Justice addressed the question of whether member states can prohibit the use of terms tradition­ally associated with animal products for plant-based alterna­tives. The dispute aros...

Bonduelle Netherlands achieves B Corp™ certification

Bonduelle Netherlands achieves B Corp™ certifi­ca­tion

07 October 2024

Bonduelle, the world’s leading vegetable brand, has earned B Corp™ certifi­ca­tion in the Netherlands. This prestigious recogni­tion highlights the company’s commitment to sustain­ability and social responsi­bility. It reflec...

NAPV launches platform to accelerate product improvement

NAPV launches platform to accelerate product improve­ment

07 October 2024

Maud Theelen, network manager of the National Approach to Product Improve­ment (NAPV), has announced the launch of a new product improve­ment platform. This platform is designed to help companies in the food industry accel...

Lamb Weston launches sustainable packaging based on frying oil

Lamb Weston launches sustainable packaging based on frying oil

03 October 2024

On October 2, Lamb Weston introduced a new retail packaging for its potato products, such as Twister Fries and Potato Dippers. The packaging is made of 60% bio-circular plastic, derived from used frying oil. This innovat...

Top 10 most-read articles of September 2024

Top 10 most-read articles of September 2024

03 October 2024

What caught the attention of the food industry last month? From innovative technolo­gies and plant-based breakthroughs to smart solutions for food safety and production lines. Find out how Kingfish is scaling up with the ...

Successful second edition of Empack Ghent 2024

Successful second edition of Empack Ghent 2024

03 October 2024

On September 17 and 18, Flanders Expo welcomed nearly 6,000 professionals for the second edition of Empack Ghent. The event, focused on logistics and packaging solutions, attracted companies, sector organiza­tions, and sp...

Vezet expands production with new location in Warmenhuizen

Vezet expands production with new location in Warmenhuizen

03 October 2024

Koninklijke Vezet, a leading producer of fresh convenience vegetable and fruit products, has begun construc­tion on a new production facility in Warmenhuizen. This expansion is driven by growing demand from customers such...

Showroom machines available

Showroom machines available

03 October 2024

Currently, MULTIVAC is offering six showroom machines for sale, available while stocks last. This is an ideal opportu­nity for customers looking for quick delivery, a more budget-friendly option, or the possibility of ren...

Food Matters Live expands to Rotterdam

Food Matters Live expands to Rotterdam

02 October 2024

Food Matters Live is preparing for its first event on the European mainland, and Rotterdam has been chosen as the host city. With over ten years of experience in organising events focused on food ingredient innovation an...

Fresh herbs reduce methane emissions in dairy cows

Fresh herbs reduce methane emissions in dairy cows

02 October 2024

Research conducted within the BioDiverseMelk project has shown that specific grassland herbs in the diet of dairy cows can lead to a 30% reduction in methane emissions. In addition, these herbs positively affect the fatt...

Jumbo sees the need for joint investment in sustainability data

Jumbo sees the need for joint investment in sustain­ability data

02 October 2024

Starting in 2025, the food and drugstore sectors will exclusively use the GS1 datapool for sharing packaging data. This industry-wide agreement has been made by retailers and suppliers within the strategic council of GS1...

Growth in the organic sector continues

Growth in the organic sector continues

02 October 2024

The Dutch organic sector experienced signifi­cant growth in 2023, despite a year marked by economic challenges such as inflation and energy crises. This is highlighted in the Bionext Trend Report 2023, which provides a de...

Supermarkets unfair about price reductions

Supermar­kets unfair about price reductions

02 October 2024

Supermar­kets in the Netherlands are promising lower prices, but these often turn out to be misleading. A study by the Consumenten­bond reveals that major chains like Aldi, Dirk, and Jumbo advertise price reductions that a...

Plant-based market under pressure, but potential remains high

Plant-based market under pressure, but potential remains high

01 October 2024

In recent years, the plant-based product market has seen remarkable growth. What once began as a niche has evolved into a fully-fledged sector. However, recent figures indicate that sales are starting to slow down. Risin...

Novel Foods: Are you ready for the new rules?

Novel Foods: Are you ready for the new rules?

01 October 2024

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has recently updated its guidelines for novel food applica­tions. This revision, set to take effect in February 2025, marks a signifi­cant step for companies aiming to introduce ne...

Vertical farming efficient with dynamic environmental control

Vertical farming efficient with dynamic environ­mental control

30 September 2024

Vertical farming, where crops are grown in layers, offers opportu­ni­ties to produce food closer to consumers. With controlled environ­ments, crops can even grow in extreme locations, such as deserts. However, this techniqu...

FruitMasters introduces new apple taste guide

FruitMas­ters introduces new apple taste guide

30 September 2024

FruitMas­ters, the largest fruit coopera­tive in the Netherlands, has partnered with Essensor and Wageningen University & Research to establish a new standard in the apple category. Following a large-scale taste survey...

Inex to acquire Veco Zuivel from Farmel

Inex to acquire Veco Zuivel from Farmel

30 September 2024

Belgian dairy producer Inex has announced its intention to acquire Veco Zuivel from the Dutch dairy company Farmel. With this strategic acquisi­tion, both companies aim to strengthen their partner­ship and add value to the...

Major food companies turn their backs on Nutri-Score

Major food companies turn their backs on Nutri-Score

30 September 2024

The introduc­tion of Nutri-Score in the Netherlands is facing signifi­cant resistance. Several major food producers are refusing to place the label on their packaging. As a result, the system, which was intended to help co...

'Consumers prioritize price over sustainability in food choices'

'Consumers prioritize price over sustain­ability in food choices'

26 September 2024

In 2023, consumer purchasing power improved slightly due to rising wages and falling inflation, but price awareness remains a key factor in supermar­kets. “Consumers are primarily guided by their wallets unless there is n...

Ikwileerlijkezuivel acquires Ausnutria's production facility in Ommen

Ikwileer­li­jkezuivel acquires Ausnutria's production facility in Ommen

26 September 2024

On September 24, 2024, Ausnutria and Ikwileer­li­jkezuivel.nl signed an agreement for the acquisi­tion of Ausnutria’s production facility in Ommen. As part of this deal, 24 Ausnutria employees will transition to the new own...

Dutch-grown edamame available at Jumbo from 2025

Dutch-grown edamame available at Jumbo from 2025

25 September 2024

From 2025, consumers in the Netherlands and Belgium will be able to purchase frozen Dutch-grown edamame beans at Jumbo Supermar­kets. This is the result of a collabo­ra­tion between the supermarket chain and Dutch farmers, ...

First seaweed farm in wind park officially opened

First seaweed farm in wind park officially opened

25 September 2024

On September 24, 2024, the first commercial seaweed farm within an offshore wind park was officially opened. North Sea Farm #1, located off the Dutch coast, spans five hectares and is part of the 'Hollandse Kust Zuid' wi...

Van Gelder introduces plant-based foie gras

Van Gelder introduces plant-based foie gras

24 September 2024

Van Gelder is making waves in the market with a first: plant-based foie gras. This innovation, unveiled at Gastvrij Rotterdam, responds to the growing demand for sustain­able and animal-friendly products. The Dutch suppli...

High-quality baking wheat despite extreme weather

High-quality baking wheat despite extreme weather

24 September 2024

Royal Koopmans has announced that, despite the challenging weather conditions of the past year, a harvest of high-quality Dutch wheat has once again been achieved. This success applies to both regular Dutch baking wheat ...

New calculation method for carbon footprint in pig farming

New calcula­tion method for carbon footprint in pig farming

24 September 2024

The Dutch pig farming sector is actively working to map its greenhouse gas emissions. Various companies are calculating the carbon footprint (CFP) of pork, but the methods they use vary, leading to inconsis­tent results a...

New Belgian decree limits the use of single-use plastics

New Belgian decree limits the use of single-use plastics

24 September 2024

Belgium has taken further steps to reduce the impact of single-use plastics. On July 5, 2024, a new Royal Decree was published, requiring companies to limit the use of disposable plastics across various sectors. This dec...

The Partner in Food Solutions

The Partner in Food Solutions

24 September 2024

Autumn has begun, and with it comes the season for dishes that reflect its flavors. At DKB Foodsolu­tions, they understand better than anyone how important taste is. Through their brands ECS Paneermeelin­dus­trie and Master...

Air distribution plays a key role in insect farming

Air distribu­tion plays a key role in insect farming

24 September 2024

In insect farming, even air distribu­tion is crucial for success. Gert Boersma of Equans Refriger­a­tion explains what is necessary for an optimal and energy-efficient air handling system. Companies looking to farm insects ...

How automation drives growth in the food & beverage industry

How automation drives growth in the food & beverage industry

23 September 2024

Are obstacles putting pressure on your profitability and business operations? This eBook provides insights into what automation is, how successful companies are leveraging it, and the benefits it can offer. Automation...

Important safety standards in powder production

Important safety standards in powder production

23 September 2024

Maintaining strict guidelines for food safety and quality is a constant challenge that impacts every link in the food chain. The food industry allocates a signifi­cant portion of its budget to reduce the risk of food cont...

Stricter labelling rules requested for canned fish in the EU

Stricter labelling rules requested for canned fish in the EU

23 September 2024

European NGOs and fishermen’s organisa­tions are calling for stricter labelling regulations on processed seafood products such as canned fish. They argue that these products should have the same labelling require­ments as ...

20 years of microplastics research reveals lasting impact

20 years of microplas­tics research reveals lasting impact

23 September 2024

After two decades of research on microplas­tics, it has become clear how signifi­cant the impact of these particles is on the environ­ment and potentially on human health. Scientists are calling for interna­tional cooperatio...

Posters Meat, Fish, Fruit and Vegetables and Dairy

Posters Meat, Fish, Fruit and Vegetables and Dairy

23 September 2024

Through the trade magazine Voedingsin­dus­trie we distribute the poster VLEES, VIS, FRUIT & VEGETABLES and DAIRY. On the posters you will find the structure of the various processing industries. Because of the great demand...

Stricter rules for pesticides in imported food

Stricter rules for pesticides in imported food

20 September 2024

On 18 September 2024, the European Parliament rejected two proposals from the European Commission that would have allowed small amounts of pesticides, banned in the EU, to be present in imported food. This decision ensur...

Chocolate prices continue to rise due to cocoa shortage

Chocolate prices continue to rise due to cocoa shortage

20 September 2024

Over the past few years, the price of chocolate products has increased signifi­cantly. This is due to rising costs for ingredi­ents like dairy, sugar, and energy, but also because of a cocoa shortage. Since the beginning o...

Stricter rules for junk food advertising in Great Britain

Stricter rules for junk food advertising in Great Britain

20 September 2024

From October 2025, stricter rules on junk food advertising will come into effect in Great Britain. Both television and online platforms will face limitations on advertising unhealthy food products. This new policy is par...