FOOD SAFETY

Smaak & Co aims for high-risk production environment

Smaak & Co takes no risks when it comes to food safety and quality. The producer of fresh cream cheese products and tapas aims for a high-risk production environment. To achieve this, the company collaborates with re..

New Dutch Allergen Policy

27 December 2023

As of January 1, 2024, a new Dutch allergen policy, established by the Ministry of Health, Welfare, and Sport (VWS), will come into effect. This policy, slated to be enforceable by January 1, 2026 at the latest, is the o...

Mandatory Inspection for High-Risk Product Imports

27 December 2023

In compliance with the Organic Regulation (EU) 2018/848, Skal Biocontrol is obligated to conduct laboratory examinations for organic products or products in transition upon import, exhibiting an elevated risk of non-comp...

Nepluvi Chairman Wants Global Avian Influenza Vaccine

19 December 2023

The global poultry industry is facing challenges due to ongoing outbreaks of avian influenza, prompting Gert-Jan Oplaat, Chairman of Nepluvi, to emphasize the need for a globally accepted avian influenza vaccine. Oplaat ...

Biofilms in the food industry: the role of key bacteria

13 December 2023

Biofilms, resilient slime layers on stainless steel surfaces, pose a persistent challenge in the food industry. A recent study, funded by the Marie Skłodowska-Curie fellowship, sheds new light on the intricate interactio...

Vergeer and adapa develop innovative cheese packaging

12 December 2023

Vergeer, a leading Dutch cheese supplier, and adapa, a specialized packaging company, join forces to create an innovative cheese packaging that not only catches the eye on the refrigerated shelf but also meets strict req...

Methylcellulose: Misleading or indispensable?

08 December 2023

In an era where food consciousness takes center stage, consumers aspire to embrace edibles adorned with a 'clean label': the fewer E-numbers or loaded ingredients adorning their food packages, the better. Yet, even in th...

Poor compliance crop protection legislation

07 December 2023

In a recently published report, the Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) reveals findings from 500 inspections in 2022, indicating that approximately two-thirds of the inspected growers comply with leg...

Microplastics under the microscope: 7 bold projects

04 December 2023

Seven innovative research projects collectively receive a subsidy of €2.1 million from ZonMw. These initiatives, united in the MOMENTUM 2.0 consortium, focus on micro- and nanoplastics. Spanning four crucial themes, the ...

Questionmark launches reporting center for deceptive food claims

01 December 2023

The Questionmark Foundation has launched a reporting center to combat alleged misleading sustainability claims on food products. This initiative stems from the organization's desire to conduct thorough investigations int...

Minister Kuipers responds to call for GMO-free choices

30 November 2023

In response to the petition 'Keep our food GMO-free,' Minister Ernst Kuipers of Health, Welfare, and Sport has announced that the government is committed to preserving freedom of choice for consumers, particularly concer...

UKHSA Identifies Human Influenza A(H1N2)v Case

29 November 2023

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has identified a human case of influenza A(H1N2)v for the first time in the United Kingdom. This virus resembles the flu viruses found in pigs in the UK. Early Detection The ca...

Sustainable Floor Solutions at JIMMY's with DR Flexjoint

28 November 2023

How reassuring it is to rely on a durable, elastic transition between different floor sections. A permanent joint that you can effortlessly drive over, resistant to molds and bacteria, and even adheres to a concrete floo...

RBK: Integrated Hygiene in Food Industry

27 November 2023

"Today, there are wonderful hygienically designed machines, equipment, and solutions available on the market. But that's not the end of it... That's just the beginning!" says Rinke Kortenbach from RBK. He explains where ...

Sea Fresh Retail: More certainty, less disinfectant

27 November 2023

Those who supply to retail must have their business in excellent order: sustainability certifications, the ability to deliver quickly, and perfect hygiene. Sea Fresh Retail meets all these criteria with flying colours. ...

Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals at MULTIVAC

23 November 2023

Exciting offers on Black Friday 2023 from MULTIVAC! We're showcasing four brand-new, state-of-the-art MULTIVAC showroom packaging machines at significantly reduced prices. Along with these deals, enjoy additional benefit...