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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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Europe witnesses a historic surge in packaging waste

24 October 2023

In a world driven by the convenience of online shopping and our love for coffee on-the-go, we're drowning in packaging more than ever. 2021 saw the EU produce a staggering 188.7 kg of packaging waste for every resident, ...

Consumer votes against 'lemonade tax' on plant-based milk

20 October 2023

As the world transitions towards more sustainable and healthier consumption, the government has recently decided to implement the so-called "lemonade tax" on plant-based milk. Yet, astonishingly, sugary milk products suc...

Winning recipes for a future-focused food business

19 October 2023

The way we produce and consume food has undergone significant changes over the past two decades. But what does this mean for your food business? Which trends, issues, and challenges need attention to ensure the long-term...

World Meat Congress: 'We produce food to feed people'

19 October 2023

11-13 October 2023, the biennial World Meat Congress was held in Maastricht. Over 300 stakeholders from all parts of the world gathered at the MECC for the two-day conference. Politicians and representatives from the ind...

Dutch government wants to scrap plastic tax

19 October 2023

If you've ever grumbled while paying that extra charge for your 'to-go' coffee cup, you're not alone. The controversial 'plastic tax', introduced to reduce single-use plastic consumption, has raised quite a few eyebrows ...

Packaging Waste fund receives ultimatum from ILT

18 October 2023

Time is running out for the Packaging Waste Fund. As our world aims for a circular economy, they have failed to meet their collection target for plastic bottles. The Inspectorate for Environment and Transport (ILT) has n...

Wakker Dier aims for conscious dairy choices

18 October 2023

Starting 18th October, Wakker Dier is drawing attention to the welfare of dairy cows through radio ads and print advertisements. They emphasize that over 90% of the milk in supermarkets lacks a recognized animal welfare ...

Nutri-Score in focus: What does the consumer think?

18 October 2023

The Nutri-Score has become a familiar logo on the shelves. As consumers navigate towards healthier choices, food producers are left wondering: what does this mean for us? ESB recently conducted a survey to gauge the impa...

McDonald's and FrieslandCampina: Leading the way in sustainable dairy

18 October 2023

In an era where climate change is becoming increasingly evident, two titans of the food industry, McDonald's and FrieslandCampina, are taking the lead. Together, they've launched an ambitious plan to significantly reduce...

NVWA temporarily suspends activities of 46 livestock farmers

17 October 2023

The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) has, as a precaution, temporarily suspended the operations of 46 livestock farms. This decision came after the detection of traces of the pest control age...

EFSA and RIVM Enhance Crop Protection Analysis

17 October 2023

In pursuit of a safer European food chain, the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have joined forces. The outcome? An advanced computational mode...

NFO worries about the negative impact of the 'juice tax'

17 October 2023

The Dutch Fruit Growers Organization (NFO) is sounding the alarm over the potential introduction of the 'juice tax', a levy on pure fruit juice made from Dutch apples and pears. This tax could not only tarnish the reputa...

Nine golden rules for sustainable packaging

17 October 2023

In the ever-growing and changing world of consumption, it has become essential to re-examine how we package food. Especially now, as the call for sustainability grows louder. A groundbreaking study, titled 'Well Packaged...

Denmark's blueprint for a sustainable palate

16 October 2023

Plant-based foods represent a sustainable vision for our future, with the potential to significantly reduce our climate footprint. In line with the Official Dietary Guidelines, the Danish government is championing the en...

Online edition October 2023 | Smart Food Manufacturing

16 October 2023

The Netherlands is internationally recognized as a prime location for technological innovations. According to the Digital Transformation Scoreboard, one in three Dutch companies is highly digitalized. W...