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Biscuit International: making logistics a piece of cake

Even a delicious cookie has smart logistics behind it. At its Broek op Langedijk facility, multinational Biscuit International operates its own transport fleet. Specialized software keeps transport planning under control..

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New trend: meat substitutes that don’t mimic meat

19 September 2024

The Dutch market for meat substitutes is undergoing a significant shift. Plant-based products that don’t aim to resemble meat are gaining in popularity. This trend, known as "Plant Forward," aligns more closely with chan...

Ultra-processed food: what do the Dutch really think?

18 September 2024

Ultra-processed food has been under scrutiny for some time, mainly due to potential negative health effects. But what do Dutch consumers really think about it? A recent study by Wageningen Food & Biobased Research an...

Fewer food infections reported in the Netherlands since 2016

18 September 2024

For the first time in seven years, the number of food infections in the Netherlands has decreased. In 2023, 911 outbreaks were reported, significantly fewer than the 1,173 reported the previous year. The number of people...

The added value of using robots

17 September 2024

Attracting new production staff and retaining current employees is becoming increasingly difficult. In some cases, the latter is simply not feasible. Employees retire, become chronically ill, or relocate. If they resign ...

Global demand for chicken grows, but oversupply looms

16 September 2024

The global poultry sector is benefiting from a strong rise in consumption, according to a recent report by RaboResearch. After a period of slow growth, chicken consumption is expected to increase by 2.5% to 3% in 2024. T...

Link between ultra-processed foods and type 2 diabetes confirmed

16 September 2024

A large-scale European study has confirmed a clear link between the degree of food processing and the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Conducted among over 311,000 participants across eight countries, the study adds t...

Food waste in supermarkets drops to 0.89%

13 September 2024

Food waste in Dutch supermarkets has decreased further to 0.89% of their purchase volume in 2023, a reduction of 35% compared to 2018. These figures were presented to Minister Femke Marije Wiersma of Agriculture, Fisheri...

14% increase in sustainable food sales in 2023

13 September 2024

Consumers spent 14% more on food with sustainability labels in 2023 compared to the previous year. Total expenditures on sustainable food reached €12.6 billion, spread across supermarkets, foodservice, and specialty stor...

Van Hoornweder optimises slaughter process with CSB

12 September 2024

Van Hoornweder, a slaughterhouse in Torhout, processes around 3,500 pigs daily and complies with strict legal requirements regarding quality and food safety. To achieve this, the company utilises innovative software from...

More than just simply applying a sticker

12 September 2024

Labeling a product is more than just applying a sticker. There are many factors to consider when choosing the right labeling system. Determining the right criteria in advance prevents the labeling system from becoming a ...

Verpact increases rewards for recyclable plastic packaging

12 September 2024

Starting in 2025, Verpact will further encourage producers and importers of plastic packaging to use highly recyclable materials. The reward for using recycled plastic (recyclate) will rise from 10 cents to 20 cents per ...

Global beef market at a turning point in 2024

12 September 2024

The global beef market delivered unexpectedly strong results in the first half of 2024. Brazil reached record production levels, while China saw its highest-ever beef imports during the same period. In the United States,...

Yespers and FruitMasters start Total Value Partnership

11 September 2024

Yespers, known for its breakfast products, and FruitMasters Ingredients have formed a strategic partnership that marks a significant step towards a circular food system. This collaboration leads to the establishment of t...

Innovative fiber technology improves plant-based schnitzel

11 September 2024

Schouten Europe is launching a new plant-based schnitzel with enhanced texture thanks to the application of innovative fiber technology. This family-owned company from Brabant, known as a pioneer in the meat substitute m...

Salmon prices under pressure due to increasing production in 2025

11 September 2024

Salmon prices are facing pressure due to an anticipated rise in production in 2025. According to the latest report from research firm Kontali, global salmon production is expected to grow by 3.5 to 4%. This growth is lar...