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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..

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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...

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...

Kornelis transforms quality assurance through digitization

16 October 2023

Many of the caps and closures produced are used to protect food products. This imposes strict quality requirements on both the production process and the raw materials. Digitalization plays a vital role in ensuring the n...

Wiggers Vleeswaren: Safe and hygienic construction

16 October 2023

Since the 1950s, Wiggers Meat products has been producing the Twentsche Bakleverworst (fried liver sausage) and Bakbloedworst (fried blood sausage). Made using an old family recipe, but with a modern twist. As of the sum...

What a bacteria wants - versus what you need

16 October 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...

Food-safe production with the 3D printer

16 October 2023

A gripper designed to move a pretzel is not necessarily suitable for picking up a cookie. Therefore, at PWR, different grippers need to be designed for each pick & place machine. 3D printing technology provides a sol...

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...