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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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At 'What’s Cooking?' everything runs smoothly

16 October 2023

What's for dinner today? What's happening? Or in other words: 'What's Cooking?' It's a commonly asked question in everyday language, and also the name of a major European producer of hams, pâté, and meals. The company is...

Dining Dilemmas: navigating allergens and dietary trends

16 October 2023

"What would you like to drink?" It's the first standard question in any restaurant. After all, liquid delights largely determine profit margins. "A glass of white wine, please," I say. My designated driver companion orde...

ICoMST: From Tradition to Green Innovation

16 October 2023

Every year, just before the start of the academic year, the 'International Congress of Meat Science and Technology (ICoMST)' takes place. This year, over 500 scientists from 44 countries gathered to discuss the progress ...

Column Saskia Stender: Trade fair for the food industry

16 October 2023

Remember the Industrial Meat & Food Fair, commonly known as IMEFA? We introduced this trade fair for machinery for the entire food industry about 20 years ago. It was our answer to a gap that emerged due to the downsizin...

AI in Food Production Unveiled! – November 9th

16 October 2023

Discover how AI is shaping the future of food production, at the free event ‘Retail meets Food Industry’ in Woerden. Delve into the power of AI and get inspired by experts Bas Haring, John Wallbrink, and Robert Doornbos....

A Green Revolution: BioBased Circular is Set to Launch!

13 October 2023

In a world increasingly aware of its ecological footprint, the National Growth Fund has given the green light for the launch of the BioBased Circular program for 2024-2026. The mission? To replace oil with plant-based ma...

Nutri-pact: Fevia and Comeos go for healthier food choices

13 October 2023

The nutritional landscape is undergoing a transformation. Fevia and Comeos, two prominent federations from Belgium, are joining forces to pave the way for healthier food choices. In an era where obesity and overweight is...

Retailers and politicians unite: 0% VAT on fruits and vegetables

13 October 2023

Imagine a Netherlands where you can relish your fruit salad or veggie mix, not just for its health benefits, but also because it's made financially more appealing. The drive to make this vision a reality has hit a signif...

China Resumes Pork Import from Russia

12 October 2023

After a ban spanning decades, China has finally decided to reopen its market to Russian pork. This historic decision comes after fifteen years of intense negotiations. However, there's a catch: Russia can only export fro...

Ancient fermentation meets modern plant-based cheese

12 October 2023

Imagine biting into a cheese that's not only delicious but also sustainable, made entirely from plants. Thanks to the innovative techniques adopted by scientists at the University of Copenhagen, this dream is becoming a ...

From Big Bags to Sustainable Packaging

12 October 2023

Forget the huge piles of cardboard waste from e-commerce orders. The innovative start-up BOXO from Leeuwarden presents a circular solution: reusable shipping packages, crafted from discarded big bags of dairy producer Fr...

HAK Launches Organic Ambition with Red Beets

12 October 2023

Leading vegetable and legume producer HAK is making a bold move this fall: their very first organic product, the red beet, is set to hit supermarket shelves. But this is only the beginning. With a determined strategy to ...

Westfort expands with pre-packaged meat

11 October 2023

Westfort Meat Products has announced that starting from early next year, they will expand their range with the launch of pre-packaged pork and beef products, specifically targeting the consumer market. In light of this e...

EU takes action on packaging waste reduction

11 October 2023

The European landscape for packaging waste is set to undergo a significant transformation. The European Union is championing the 'Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation', with plans to introduce sweeping changes next y...

Poultry market 2023: growth, challenges, and prospects

11 October 2023

Europe has an escalating appetite for poultry meat. However, the dynamic market casts uncertainty on the future. While the demand for standard chicken rises, the market faces competition, notably from Eastern Europe. Her...