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A sustainable and resilient food system

The food industry is transforming due to climate change, technology, and AI. Sustainability and innovation are essential for the industry's future. Companies must adapt to stay ahead. The food and beverage industry is..

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Waterman Onions launches Waterman Food Group

03 February 2025

Waterman Onions, a long-standing key player in the international onion market, has established the Waterman Food Group. This group unites several companies within the fresh produce sector, aiming to offer customers and g...

'Meat tax could save billions in climate and healthcare costs'

03 February 2025

A smart reform of VAT on food could save Europe billions in climate and healthcare costs. By raising VAT on meat and dairy and lowering it on fruits and vegetables, both tax revenue and societal savings could increase si...

Chocolate prices rise: climate change hits cocoa production

31 January 2025

Climate change is affecting global food production at its core, and cocoa is no exception. West and Central Africa, where over 70% of the world’s cocoa is grown, are experiencing shifting cultivation areas. Research from...

Opportunities for foodservice despite cautious consumers

31 January 2025

The foodservice sector experienced a 4.3% revenue growth in 2024, reaching over 22 billion euros. However, this growth was almost entirely driven by price increases. During the Horecava, FSIN director Inga Blokker explai...

Residual streams and tech at Best Food & Agri Startup

31 January 2025

The race for the Best Food & Agri Startup 2025 is heating up. Three innovative startups are competing for the prestigious title. With their focus on sustainability, technology, and short supply chains, they bring fre...

European biotech gets a boost with new support hub

31 January 2025

The European Commission has taken a significant step in supporting innovative businesses by launching the Biotech and Biomanufacturing Hub. This new hub, launched on January 30, focuses on start-ups and small to medium-s...

Fresh packaging solutions for fruit and vegetables

30 January 2025

Sustainable techniques designed to improve packaging recyclability and minimize plastic usage. At Fruit Logistica 2025, MULTIVAC will address the new PPWR regulations with innovative solutions like TopSEAL, TopCLOSE™, an...

Zwarte soldatenvlieg: krachtpatser in de eiwittransitie

30 January 2025

Een kwart van de wereldbevolking kampt met ijzertekorten, maar uit onderzoek van promovendus Tomer First (Food Quality and Design) blijkt dat insecten mogelijk een deel van de oplossing bieden. Door ze te laten groeien o...

European Commission establishes new board for agriculture and food

29 January 2025

The European Commission has established the European Board on Agriculture and Food (EBAF), a key step stemming from the Strategic Dialogue on the Future of Agriculture. The board, chaired by Commissioner Christophe Hanse...

We have to be smarter about water us in the food industry

28 January 2025

Clean water is becoming increasingly scarce, even in the Netherlands. This is a growing challenge for the food industry, a major consumer of drinking water. Rabobank has mapped out the challenges surrounding water usage ...

Energy transition puts the food industry at a disadvantage

28 January 2025

The energy transition is putting pressure on the Dutch food industry. Companies within Cluster 6—a group of around 450 industrial businesses, including many food producers—are eager to become more sustainable but are hit...

Efficient production with MES technology

28 January 2025

The food industry faces major challenges. Working more efficiently is no longer an option but a necessity. A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) can make all the difference. The food industry is dealing with signific...

Nudging gives organic products a significant sales boost

27 January 2025

A successful experiment in Finland has shown that nudging—subtle adjustments in store environments—can significantly increase sales of organic products. In a Finnish supermarket, sales of organic carrots rose by an impre...

Major shifts in the animal protein market in 2025

27 January 2025

The European animal protein market is set for significant changes in 2025. Beef and pork production will continue to decline, while the poultry sector is expected to maintain strong growth. Structural challenges such as ...

Uitgekookt expands with acquisition of Étumé

27 January 2025

Uitgekookt has completed the acquisition of Étumé, a move that aligns with the company’s growth strategy. With this acquisition, Uitgekookt is expanding its operations in the Nijmegen region and taking an important step ...