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NVWA intervenes more frequently on food safety

Food safety remained a top priority for the NVWA in 2024. Over 48% of its capacity was allocated to inspections in this area. The meat sector received the most attention, accounting for more than half of the total oversi..

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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...

EU Tightens the Belt on Nitrite and Nitrate in Food

09 October 2023

In a bold move towards ensuring optimal food safety for its citizens, the European Union Commission has unveiled a fresh set of limits for nitrites and nitrates usage in food. Springing from Europe's ambitious Beating Ca...

The dilemma of glyphosate: Necessity and risks

06 October 2023

While the negative environmental effects of chemical crop protection agents, including glyphosate, are undeniable, WUR researchers Violette Geissen and Pieter de Wolf highlight a paradox. An outright ban could push farme...

Yelloway: bananas with enhanced resistance and lower emissions

05 October 2023

Imagine a banana that's not only more resistant to diseases but also contributes to reducing CO2 emissions. Chiquita, a titan in the banana industry, is achieving just this with their groundbreaking Yelloway initiative. ...

Call for GMO-free food reaches government

04 October 2023

On October 3rd, representatives of the Organic Retail Association approached the Dutch government with a powerful message, backed by an impressive 45,000 signatures. Their demand? Maintain transparency and choice in our ...

Hogeslag-Olst: Quality and Added Value

02 October 2023

At Hogeslag-Olst, quality is a cornerstone, both in product and partnership. This dedication is not just for customers, but also for suppliers and team members. Their mantra? "It's a collective effort." This beef prod...

Incorrect cost allocation in meat and livestock inspections

27 September 2023

In a recent development, the Business Appeals Tribunal (CBb) ruled that some of the costs for meat and livestock inspections should not have been borne by slaughterhouses and livestock exporters. This judgment follows a ...

The complexity of processed Food: environment vs. health

25 September 2023

Recent health trends are steering us towards unprocessed foods, but what if opting for that healthy snack actually leaves a bigger footprint on our planet? Research conducted by Reina Vellinga, a researcher at RIVM, unve...

Glufosinate detected in organic products

21 September 2023

Recent studies have discovered glufosinate in various organic goods. Glufosinate, an herbicide similar to glyphosate, is strictly prohibited in organic farming. This revelation casts a shadow of doubt over the authentici...

First chickens vaccinated against avian influenza virus

21 September 2023

In the Netherlands, the first step has been taken in the fight against avian influenza: 1,800 day-old chicks have been vaccinated against highly pathogenic avian influenza. This field trial, initiated by the Ministry of ...

Contamination risks evaporators severely underestimated

21 September 2023

In most refrigeration, freezing and production rooms, evaporators are installed on the ceiling. These might look clean and hygienic on the exterior, but are heavily contaminated on the inside. The result: contamination r...

The risks of BPA: a silent crisis in Europe?

18 September 2023

New research uncovers alarming data: the majority of Europeans are exposed to Bisphenol A (BPA) levels that could be detrimental to health. Found in many everyday items – from food packaging to drinking water pipes – BPA...

What bacteria want - versus what you need

11 September 2023

The most common bacteria in the food industry require proteins, moisture, and oxygen to multiply. These 'ingredients' are abundant in the food industry, including in the production of new meat, fish, and dairy substitute...

Van Osch Snacks gets a lifeline from Jackit

11 September 2023

Fire in your business is cause for panic. How do you make sure you can resume production and supply customers as quickly as possible? At Van Osch Snacks in Zaltbommel, they kept their cool and called Jackit. In five days...