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More health risks in plant-based substitutes than expected

The vegan section in supermarkets continues to grow rapidly. But eating plant-based doesn't automatically mean fewer health risks. Research from the University of Antwerp shows that meat and cheese substitutes can someti..

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Increasing demand for Dutch fish: exports grow by 5%

20 January 2025

The Dutch fish and seafood trade recorded growth of over 5% in 2024 compared to the previous year. The export value reached €3 billion, with 52% originating from Dutch production. Imports increased by 3%, maintaining an ...

Dutch meat exports decline by 3% in 2024

20 January 2025

The export value of Dutch meat is expected to reach €10.7 billion in 2024, a decrease of 3% compared to the previous year. Import value is also down by 3.4%, amounting to €5.1 billion. Exports to Germany show a modest in...

Vegetarian smoked sausage without artificial aromas

17 January 2025

Van Gelder, known as a traditional Dutch supplier of fresh produce and a producer of plant-based meat alternatives, is introducing a groundbreaking product at Horecava: the first vegetarian smoked sausage that already me...

Dairy and egg exports grow in 2024, imports lag behind

17 January 2025

The Dutch export of dairy and eggs continues to grow. In 2024, the export value rose to €12.3 billion, an increase of 3.8% compared to the previous year. Imports, however, lagged slightly, with a modest rise of 1.1% to €...

Broodje Nijmegen puts sustainable agriculture in the spotlight

16 January 2025

MVO Nederland, in collaboration with Radboud University, Radboudumc, and HAN, has launched Broodje Nijmegen. This fully plant-based sandwich contains ingredients sourced from local, nature-inclusive farmers and represent...

Mandatory blending pushes up costs food industry

16 January 2025

The mandatory blending of green gas, currently being prepared by the government, aims to boost the production and use of green gas. This measure plays a crucial role in the energy transition but also leads to higher cost...

Stricter manure regulations impact the food industry

16 January 2025

The Netherlands has tightened its manure policy, driven by the loss of its exemption under the European Nitrates Directive. The changes to the Fertiliser Act not only bring adjustments for the agricultural sector but als...

Vegetable and fruit consumption drops by 3% in 2024

15 January 2025

The consumption of vegetables and fruit in the Netherlands decreased again in 2024. While the average Dutch person already failed to meet the dietary guidelines of the Voedingscentrum, the gap widened further. Vegetable ...

Protein transition isn’t moving fast enough: action is needed

15 January 2025

The shift towards more plant-based proteins plays a crucial role in meeting climate goals. However, with the current balance of 58% animal and 42% plant-based proteins in our diet, there’s still a long way to go. “While ...

Scherpenhuizen acquires Primeale

15 January 2025

Scherpenhuizen is expanding its operations with the acquisition of Van Oers United, known under the name Primeale. The Eindhoven-based company has reached an agreement with the French Agrial group after discussions about...

Fruit and vegetable sector shows resilience in 2024

15 January 2025

Extreme weather and geopolitical tensions made 2024 a challenging year for the Dutch fruit and vegetable sector. Nevertheless, the industry once again proved itself to be a reliable link for European retail and wholesale...

Urker fish auction: solid turnover thanks to pike-perch

14 January 2025

The Urker IJsselmeer fish auction had another strong year in 2024, partly due to the supply of pike-perch. Although the turnover of €6.84 million was just below the 2023 record, the difference was minimal: only €27,000. ...

What's Cooking? completes sale of Savoury division

14 January 2025

The strategic shift within the European food industry takes shape with the completion of the sale of What's Cooking Group's Savoury business unit to AURELIUS. This deal, announced in October 2024, was finalized on 10 Jan...

The Netherlands advances in cellular agriculture

14 January 2025

The Netherlands is taking another significant step in cellular agriculture with the establishment of two new scale-up facilities. These facilities enable companies to scale their production processes without making subst...

Strict measures for the veal sector after FMD in Germany

13 January 2025

The Netherlands has implemented strict precautionary measures following reports of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in the German state of Brandenburg. Minister Wiersma of Agriculture, Fisheries, Food Security, and Nature em...