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What a year 2024 was! The food industry was bursting with innovations, ambitious projects, and striking trends. From sustainable production facilities to groundbreaking technologies – these were the stories that caught y..

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Strict measures for the veal sector after FMD in Germany

Strict measures for the veal sector after FMD in Germany

13 January 2025

The Netherlands has implemented strict precautionary measures following reports of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in the German state of Branden­burg. Minister Wiersma of Agricul­ture, Fisheries, Food Security, and Nature em...

New approach to prevent drinking water shortages

New approach to prevent drinking water shortages

13 January 2025

The Netherlands is known for its abundance of water, but a potential drinking water shortage in 2030 is prompting action from governments and water companies. On January 13, Minister Barry Madlener of Infrastruc­ture and ...

Millennials and Gen Z make significant cuts to food spending

Millennials and Gen Z make signifi­cant cuts to food spending

13 January 2025

The foodser­vice market faced a challenging year. In 2024, the sector struggled under a combina­tion of rising prices, cautious consumers, and poor spring weather. According to the FoodSer­vice Instituut Nederland (FSIN), w...

8 trends shaping the protein transition

8 trends shaping the protein transition

13 January 2025

The protein transition is gaining direction with eight trends that will define the future of food between 2025 and 2030. Foodvalley presents these trends as a guide for businesses to address shifting consumer demands and...

Strong growth expected for poultry sector in 2025

Strong growth expected for poultry sector in 2025

10 January 2025

The global poultry sector is set to experience sustained growth in 2025. According to a new report from RaboResearch, this growth will be driven by affordability, sustain­ability develop­ments, and increasing demand in eme...

AI and microbiology enhance potato farming

AI and microbi­ology enhance potato farming

10 January 2025

How can seed potatoes deliver their maximum potential? Researchers in the Netherlands have taken a notable step towards answering this question. By combining artificial intelli­gence (AI) with microbi­o­log­ical research, th...

Licorice as a weapon against bacteria

Licorice as a weapon against bacteria

09 January 2025

Compounds derived from plants present interesting possibil­i­ties as natural agents for combating bacteria in food. One example is glabridin, a compound found in licorice, which is being studied for applica­tions in the foo...

What's cooking? aims to acquire Sveltic in France

What's cooking? aims to acquire Sveltic in France

09 January 2025

What's Cooking? has announced its intention to acquire 100% of the shares of Sveltic. Sveltic, part of the Mousque­taires group (which owns retail chains Intermarché and Netto), operates a production facility near Rennes,...

CBL and Rabobank Pilot Boosts Food Innovation Success

CBL and Rabobank Pilot Boosts Food Innovation Success

09 January 2025

Five start-ups and scale-ups special­izing in healthy and sustain­able food innovations partici­pated in a consumer research program called "Ontdek Onderzoek." Conducted by the Consumer Behaviour Lab (CBL) and Rabobank befo...

Danish Crown ends fresh meat production in Germany

Danish Crown ends fresh meat production in Germany

08 January 2025

Following Vion Food Group’s earlier announce­ment of its departure from the German market, Danish Crown has now made a similar decision. The Danish meat producer will cease production of fresh packaged meat for the German...

Managing labor migration: challenges for food companies

Managing labor migration: challenges for food companies

08 January 2025

After extreme price increases, calm seems to have returned to the food sector, but growth remains elusive. The sector is grappling with reduced demand, erratic raw material supplies, and labor shortages. These structural...

Redefine Meat encourages eating more meat

Redefine Meat encourages eating more meat

07 January 2025

Tens of thousands of people in the Netherlands, along with 25 million partici­pants worldwide, are taking part in Veganuary this month. During this campaign, partici­pants aim to minimize their consump­tion of animal produc...

Westfalia Fruit strengthens position with Syros acquisition

Westfalia Fruit strengthens position with Syros acquisi­tion

07 January 2025

Westfalia Fruit, a global leader in the avocado industry, has completed the acquisi­tion of Syros, a Belgian-based manufac­turer of avocado products serving the European food and service industry as well as retail sectors....

Government accelerates transition to biobased economy

Government accelerates transition to biobased economy

06 January 2025

Biobased materials play a crucial role in the transition to a climate-neutral and circular economy. The Dutch government has therefore set a course to phase out low-value applica­tions of biobased materials and promote hi...

Global food prices drop by 2.1 percent in 2024

Global food prices drop by 2.1 percent in 2024

06 January 2025

Global food prices were, on average, 2.1 percent lower in 2024 compared to 2023. This is evident from the FAO Food Price Index, which closed the year with an average of 122.0 points. It marks the second consecu­tive year ...

The new partner for procurement in FMCG

The new partner for procure­ment in FMCG

06 January 2025

Katakle special­izes in seconding procure­ment trainees and experienced professionals for the food and manufac­turing industries. Our experts, trained through the Katakle Academy, provide flexible support and make an impact...

De Heus acquires Van der Linden

De Heus acquires Van der Linden

03 January 2025

With the acquisi­tion of Kessels Holding BV, De Heus Voeders is taking an important strategic step in the Dutch and Belgian broiler sector. Kessels Holding BV includes companies such as Van der Linden & Co BV, Van der...

Ruys Group unites forces for comprehensive flooring solutions

Ruys Group unites forces for comprehen­sive flooring solutions

03 January 2025

As of January 1, 2025, Ruys Vloeren, SR Vloeren, De Bedrijfsvloer, and MR Vloeren have been operating under one name: Ruys Group. After years of intensive collabo­ra­tion and alignment among various teams, the step toward ...

Ending tail docking: change in the pig farming industry

Ending tail docking: change in the pig farming industry

02 January 2025

The routine docking of pig tails is about to disappear in Dutch pig farming. Due to stricter legisla­tion coming into effect in 2030 and increased attention to animal welfare, the sector is working towards structural chan...

Tradefairs in food

Tradefairs in food

01 January 2025

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 ...

EU bans Bisphenol A in food contact materials

EU bans Bisphenol A in food contact materials

29 December 2024

The European Commission has adopted a ban on Bisphenol A (BPA) in food contact materials. This decision follows concerns about potential health risks associated with the chemical, which is used in plastics and resins. ...

China examines impact of rising beef imports

China examines impact of rising beef imports

29 December 2024

China is investi­gating the effects of increasing beef imports on its domestic market. Local farmers are raising concerns, as the higher supply drives down prices and forces them to sell their meat for less. Over the comi...

Sustainability a top priority for 75% of food producers

Sustainability a top priority for 75% of food producers

29 December 2024

The food industry is undergoing a signifi­cant transfor­ma­tion. Sustain­ability is no longer optional but has become the main focus within supply chains, according to the report The Future of Sustain­able Food Supply Chains:...

CBL: Packaging materials decrease, recycling increases

CBL: Packaging materials decrease, recycling increases

24 December 2024

Supermar­kets are making signifi­cant strides toward more sustain­able packaging. The 2023 Packaging Report shows that CBL members are on track to meet their 2025 goals. Reducing packaging materials and increasing recyclabi...

Strong price increases drive EU food exports

Strong price increases drive EU food exports

24 December 2024

The EU's agricul­tural and food trade saw a remarkable rise in September 2024. The trade surplus grew by 15% compared to August, reaching €6 billion. Despite this growth, it remains 10% lower than in September 2023. The t...

Illegal pesticides remain a persistent issue on our plates

Illegal pesticides remain a persistent issue on our plates

23 December 2024

Pesticides banned in European agricul­ture continue to appear on our food. Recent research by Foodwatch reveals that bananas, raisins, and rice ranked as the top three most contami­nated products with illegal pesticide res...

Vegamonitor: beans bring balance to the table

Vegamonitor: beans bring balance to the table

23 December 2024

The debate around meat and plant-based alterna­tives continues to stir emotions, especially during festive seasons. The Vegamon­itor 2024 by the Vegetar­iërs­bond highlights striking differences in eating habits and preferen...

MAAZ Cheese expansion: 25% increased capacity

MAAZ Cheese expansion: 25% increased capacity

20 December 2024

The cheese distribu­tion center of MAAZ Cheese in Bodegraven is being expanded to support its growth in recent years. On December 13, the first foundation pile was driven into the ground for an expansion of 3,600 square m...

FrieslandCampina and Milcobel plan to merge

Friesland­Campina and Milcobel plan to merge

19 December 2024

Friesland­Campina and Milcobel, two major players in the dairy sector, have announced their intention to merge. This move aims to create an interna­tional organisa­tion better equipped to navigate a dynamic global market. T...

European demand for chicken rises, supply shifts

European demand for chicken rises, supply shifts

19 December 2024

The poultry sector continues to thrive in Europe, with a steady demand for chicken. However, Dutch production is declining, while other European countries are expanding, according to Rabobank. Prices under pressure fr...

New insights into the risks of perchlorate in food

New insights into the risks of perchlo­rate in food

19 December 2024

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has published a draft opinion on the health risks of perchlo­rate in food. This opinion, open for public consulta­tion, responds to a request from the European Commission to reasse...

Antibiotic use in livestock farming decreases, but not everywhere

Antibiotic use in livestock farming decreases, but not everywhere

18 December 2024

The use of antibiotics in Dutch livestock farming has dropped by 70 percent since 2009. This has led to a reduction in antibiotic resistance among farm animals. However, experts warn that further steps are needed, partic...

Unilever sells Unox and Zwan to Zwanenberg

Unilever sells Unox and Zwan to Zwanenberg

18 December 2024

Unilever has received a binding offer from Zwanenberg Food Group to acquire the Unox and Zwan brands. Both brands are icons in the Netherlands and Belgium, respectively. The sale of these brands aligns with Unilever’s...

Paulig acquires Conimex brand from Unilever

Paulig acquires Conimex brand from Unilever

17 December 2024

Unilever has announced the sale of the Dutch brand Conimex to Paulig. The offer from the Finnish food producer aligns with Unilever’s strategic decision to focus on fewer, larger brands with global scalability. Conimex, ...

Healthy incentives: encouraging a healthier food environment

Healthy incentives: encouraging a healthier food environ­ment

17 December 2024

The number of overweight people in the Netherlands is rising rapidly. According to calcula­tions by the RIVM, by 2050, as many as 64% of the population will be overweight. At the same time, 79% of the current food supply ...

Ikwileerlijkezuivel.nl partners with CONO and Swager

Ikwileer­li­jkezuivel.nl partners with CONO and Swager

16 December 2024

Ikwileer­li­jkezuivel.nl is joining forces with CONO Kaasmakers and impact investor KlaasJan Swager. This collabo­ra­tion marks an important step toward a sustain­able dairy chain, with special attention to protected nature a...

Alarming rise in listeriosis and salmonellosis in the EU

Alarming rise in listeriosis and salmonel­losis in the EU

16 December 2024

Cases of listeriosis reached their highest level since 2007 in 2023. Campylobac­te­riosis and salmonel­losis remain the most frequently reported zoonotic diseases in the EU. This is evident from the annual EU One Health Zoo...

NVWA publishes handbooks on enzymes and flavourings

NVWA publishes handbooks on enzymes and flavour­ings

16 December 2024

The Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) has published two new handbooks: one on enzymes and one on flavour­ings. In addition, the existing handbook on additives has been revised. These publica­tions pro...

European agriculture: transition in numbers

European agricul­ture: transition in numbers

16 December 2024

Climate goals, economic pressure, and changing market conditions are having a major impact on European agricul­ture. Recent data from Eurostat shows how the sector is adapting. Production, sustain­ability, and labour marke...

New insights improve the texture of plant-based meat

New insights improve the texture of plant-based meat

13 December 2024

The mouthfeel of plant-based meat alterna­tives remains a challenge for the industry. Consumers demand products with a structure closer to real meat, particu­larly for whole-cut alterna­tives. Recent research by Wageningen ...

Verpact focuses on circular packaging with new campaign

Verpact focuses on circular packaging with new campaign

13 December 2024

The design of plastic packaging plays a crucial role in the recycling chain. Smart choices in materials, color, and design can make packaging suitable for recycling and reuse as raw materials. Through the campaign I...

Robotics in agriculture essential due to labor shortages

Robotics in agricul­ture essential due to labor shortages

13 December 2024

The agricul­ture and horticul­ture sector is seeing volumes decline once again in 2024 compared to the previous year. However, the financial results of the sector remain positive, supported by stable prices and lower costs...

200th V-Label client: a milestone for the Vegetariërsbond

200th V-Label client: a milestone for the Vegetar­iërs­bond

12 December 2024

The Vegetar­iërs­bond has reached an important milestone with its 200th V-Label client. The certifi­ca­tion mark, now featured on over 5,000 products in the Netherlands, provides consumers with clear informa­tion about vegeta...

Single-use plastics in Germany: fee obligation from 2025

Single-use plastics in Germany: fee obligation from 2025

12 December 2024

As of January 1, 2025, Germany will require producers of single-use plastic to pay a mandatory fee. This new system is an extension of the EU Single-Use Plastics Directive, which has imposed obligations on member states ...

Food industry under pressure due to law on labor migration

Food industry under pressure due to law on labor migration

12 December 2024

After a period of rising prices, some stability seems to have returned to the food sector. However, growth remains stagnant due to structural challenges such as shortages of raw materials, declining exports, and a labor ...