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Belgian food industry losing ground in Europe

Belgian food companies are losing ground in the European market, while exports outside the EU are on the rise. That’s notable, given that three quarters of all exports still remain within Europe. “Our companies are losin..

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Vandemoortele acquires Bunge’s margarine division

26 March 2025

The Belgian food group Vandemoortele is acquiring the European Margarines & Spreads business from Bunge. With this move, the family-owned company aims to further strengthen its position in the plant-based food sector...

Organic Flavour Company selects DNA Services as IT partner

26 March 2025

Organic Flavour Company (OFC), the Dutch specialist in organic tea, herbs and spices, has appointed DNA Services as its new IT partner. With this decision, the Veenendaal-based producer aims to support further growth and...

Belgians raise record number of food safety concerns in 2024

25 March 2025

Belgium’s food safety agency FAVV received more consumer reports last year than ever before. In total, the Consumer Contact Point registered 5,222 complaints in 2024—an increase of 7% compared to 2023. That’s an average ...

Those looking ahead won’t put sustainability on hold

25 March 2025

“Smart food companies will continue with sustainability,” says Ceel Elemans of ING, making it clear where he believes the industry should be heading. The European Commission aims to ease the burden on businesses with new...

Nestlé and UNESCO support next generation of food innovators

24 March 2025

Nestlé and UNESCO are joining forces to mobilise young people across the globe in support of sustainable food production. With their new initiative, Youth Impact: Because You Matter, the organisations aim to train future...

Strong demand for chicken drives up hatching egg prices

24 March 2025

The Dutch hatching egg market is rebounding after several turbulent years. Falling feed costs and a sharp rise in demand for chicken are pushing prices up significantly, both within and outside Europe. The impact of avia...

Organic food growth stalls; five opportunities

24 March 2025

Organic is growing, but not fast enough. Supermarkets are making significant progress, while farmers, producers, and government are still defining their role in accelerating the transition. KPMG spoke with over thirty pl...

BOON cuts prices: beans over 30% cheaper

24 March 2025

As of 1 April 2025, BOON will reduce the prices of its core product range by more than 30 percent. The legume producer aims to increase bean consumption in the Netherlands and contribute to a future-proof food system. Th...

B Corp for Danone in Haps and Zoetermeer

24 March 2025

Danone’s production sites in Haps and Zoetermeer have received B Corp certification. These facilities manufacture specialised medical and infant nutrition. The certification follows that of the Dutch head office last yea...

Cold storage sector struggles with rising energy costs

21 March 2025

The Dutch cold storage sector is under significant pressure due to soaring energy and network costs. Industry association Nekovri has urged Minister Sophie Hermans (Climate and Green Growth) to step in and implement meas...

Dutch edamame now available at Jumbo supermarkets

21 March 2025

This plant-based powerhouse, grown on Dutch soil, is now available on a large scale for the first time. As of 17 March, frozen edamame beans from Flevoland are available in the freezer aisle of all 725 Jumbo stores in th...

SnackWize acquires Lodewyck Gourmet

21 March 2025

As of 19 March 2025, SnackWize has acquired the activities of Lodewyck Gourmet. This move strengthens the company’s position in both foodservice and retail, while further expanding its broad and future-ready product rang...

Tax incentives make sustainable steam production more attractive

20 March 2025

Steam is essential in the food industry, but traditional gas-fired boilers are under increasing pressure due to the energy transition. Electric and hybrid steam solutions offer a more sustainable alternative. In addition...

Food & Beverage Business Event | April 24, 2025

20 March 2025

Join the Food & Beverage Business Event on April 24 in Nieuwegein and gain valuable insights to support your strategic decisions. Stay on track and shape the Food & Beverage company of the future! The Food & Beverage ...

Unilever sells The Vegetarian Butcher to Vivera

20 March 2025

Unilever heeft een bindend bod ontvangen van Vivera voor de overname van The Vegetarische Slager. Het merk werd in 2018 door Unilever gekocht van oprichter Jaap Korteweg. Sindsdien heeft het merk een sterke groei doorgem...