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These names may only be used for meat products

According to the European Parliament, terms such as steak, ribeye, bacon and chop may only be used for meat products. Parliament has approved new rules aimed at providing greater clarity on the use of meat-related terms...

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Jumbo's vision for a plant-based future

30 October 2023

Over the past few years, we've seen how the supermarket chain Jumbo has been committed to promoting a plant-based diet. With the introduction of numerous vegetarian and vegan products, the store aims for a whopping 60% o...

Infrared Technology: The Future of Fruit Inspection

30 October 2023

In a world where technology and agriculture are increasingly intertwined, there's a groundbreaking development that's set to change the way we perceive fruit. Researchers from Wageningen University & Research have re...

Evasive behavior regarding plastic reuse regulations

30 October 2023

The pressure on the government's objectives to reduce the amount of plastic in the environment is ramping up. Despite regulations being in place for over two years to achieve this goal, the Environmental and Transport In...

EU wants to turn packaging world upside down

26 October 2023

Imagine a world where our daily items come encased not in piles of wasteful packaging, but in materials that champion reuse, recyclability, and reduced environmental harm. The European Union is making strides towards thi...

BRCGS or IFS: which one should you choose?

26 October 2023

In the dynamic realm of food safety, both the BRCGS and IFS certificates offer an impressive framework. But how do they differ, and which one is the best fit for your organization? Normec Foodcare delves deeper into thes...

China bans import of Dutch beef and sheep meat

26 October 2023

China has halted the import of beef and sheep meat from the Netherlands due to concerns over the bluetongue virus. This prohibition applies to all ruminants and products derived from them. China has also restricted the i...

Consumers' Association confronts supermarkets about shrinkflation

25 October 2023

A smaller candy for the same price. Less soup in the same packaging. Consumers are increasingly paying more for less, often without even realizing it. This creeping trend, known as shrinkflation, is a growing concern, an...

VWS Receives the 'Nutrition and Health' Report

25 October 2023

There's a prevailing trend in the Netherlands: we're living longer but are also becoming heavier and increasingly facing chronic illnesses. The key to change? Nutrition. Yet, despite its pivotal role, knowledge sometimes...

Pork in Europe: Trends, prices and visions for the future

25 October 2023

While pork production has shown a decline, prices remain surprisingly robust. In the first seven months of 2023, production in the EU27 and the UK dropped by 8.6%. At the same time, prices for slaughter pigs and piglets ...

De Korrel Beheer Becomes DKB Partner in Foodsolutions

24 October 2023

De Korrel Beheer, the esteemed holding company that encompasses both ECS Paneermeel Industrie and MasterMix, is proud to announce a name change. As of November 1, 2023, the company will operate under the name 'DKB Partne...

First Dutch circular meat substitute in the making

24 October 2023

Consumers are on the hunt for healthy and sustainable products, which is why they're increasingly opting for plant-based choices over meat. That's precisely where four Dutch companies aim to make a splash. PeelPioneers, ...

The resilience of the Dutch food sector: Reflecting on 2022

24 October 2023

As global crises challenged economies everywhere, the Dutch food industry proved its resilience, stability, and essential economic role in 2022. The 'Food Industry Monitor 2023', compiled for FNLI, scrutinizes these achi...

Kidney Foundation: ‘Food industry sabotages healthy choices’

24 October 2023

Our pursuit of health is evident. Yet, why do we find it continually challenging to consistently make healthy food choices? According to recent data, 50% of the Dutch population is overweight or obese, escalating the ris...

Europe witnesses a historic surge in packaging waste

24 October 2023

In a world driven by the convenience of online shopping and our love for coffee on-the-go, we're drowning in packaging more than ever. 2021 saw the EU produce a staggering 188.7 kg of packaging waste for every resident, ...

Consumer votes against 'lemonade tax' on plant-based milk

20 October 2023

As the world transitions towards more sustainable and healthier consumption, the government has recently decided to implement the so-called "lemonade tax" on plant-based milk. Yet, astonishingly, sugary milk products suc...