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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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Caterers make no progress in protein transition

16 June 2026

Dutch contract caterers have voiced their support in recent years for shifting toward more plant-based and fewer animal-based proteins in their offerings. In doing so, they aim to contribute to climate goals and a more s...

Vion Sells Food Service to Group of Butchers

16 June 2026

Vion Food Group has reached an agreement in principle on the sale of its Food Service Business Unit to Group of Butchers. With the proposed transaction, the company is taking the next step in the restructuring of its Ger...

VleesNL calls temporary employment ban unnecessary

16 June 2026

The meat sector has been under increased scrutiny for some time due to discussions surrounding labor migration, temporary employment structures, and working conditions. As the Ministry of Social Affairs and Employment wo...

New European project focuses on circular food chains

15 June 2026

Regenerative agriculture, shorter food supply chains, and reusable packaging are receiving a boost from Europe. The European Commission has awarded €9.6 million to CIRCULANDIA. This new Horizon Europe project aims to sup...

The Banana Factory saves 20 million bananas from waste

15 June 2026

Every year, 255,000 tons of edible bananas end up in European incinerators. In many cases, these bananas are still perfectly suitable for consumption, but are rejected because they ripen too quickly during transport. The...

Poultry drives growth in global meat production

15 June 2026

Global meat production has grown significantly over the past sixty years. Poultry recorded the strongest increase during that period. This is according to a new report from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the Un...

Consumers increasingly view bread as a protein source

15 June 2026

More and more consumers recognize bread as a source of plant-based protein. This is according to consumer research conducted by Profacts in March 2026 on behalf of the Nederlands Bakkerij Centrum (NBC). At the same time,...

Wheat and maize prices rise again

12 June 2026

Global food prices remained largely stable in May 2026. However, the grain market continues to face pressure. That is according to new figures released by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)...

Peter Konijn chooses paSys as IT partner

12 June 2026

Peter Konijn B.V., based in Alkmaar, is embarking on a broad renewal of its automation systems. The company, active in the processing and trading of meat products, will partner with paSys Food Automating. The project goe...

Food aid provides support, but has a downside

12 June 2026

Food insecurity remains a persistent problem in European cities. Many initiatives provide support to people who do not always have access to enough food or healthy food options. Research by Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam s...

Food industry caught between higher costs and lower purchasing power

12 June 2026

Higher oil and gas prices could have a significant impact on the food supply chain in the coming years. According to RaboResearch, pressure on the energy market is expected to remain high for the foreseeable future due t...

More DEI+ funding for circular projects

12 June 2026

Projects that contribute to a circular economy are being given more room within the Demonstration Energy and Climate Innovation (DEI+) funding scheme. Under a new funding category, projects can now also receive support f...

Food companies continue to invest in sustainability

11 June 2026

Sustainability remains high on the agenda of Dutch businesses. The same applies to companies in the food industry. At the same time, challenges are increasing. High energy prices, grid congestion, and policy uncertainty ...

Packaging data management in the food industry

11 June 2026

For many food companies, keeping packaging data under control is becoming increasingly challenging. Especially when information is scattered across systems, suppliers, and various retailer formats. At the same time, reta...

Scancheck makes barcode verification easier

11 June 2026

The Scancheck machine has been developed for the automatic inspection of barcodes on tray-sealed top-seal products. Rejected products are gently blown off the line using an air knife, without damaging the packaging. This...