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Book presentation The Future of FOOD

In a setting that breathes innovation and future thinking, we proudly presented our book The Future of FOOD. Hosted by Koppert Cress, we gathered with our OSV network to not only hand over the first copy of the book, but..

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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

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

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....

JBT and Marel merge to form JBT Marel Corporation

06 January 2025

JBT Marel Corporation has completed the acquisition of Marel hf. The acquisition was formally finalized following the closure of the voluntary offer period on December 20, 2024. This marks an important step for the compa...

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...

Top 10 most-read stories of 2024

06 January 2025

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...

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

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

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

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

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...

Sustainability a top priority for 75% of food producers

02 January 2025

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:...

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

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

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...