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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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Novel Foods: Are you ready for the new rules?

01 October 2024

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has recently updated its guidelines for novel food applications. This revision, set to take effect in February 2025, marks a significant step for companies aiming to introduce ne...

Vertical farming efficient with dynamic environmental control

30 September 2024

Vertical farming, where crops are grown in layers, offers opportunities to produce food closer to consumers. With controlled environments, crops can even grow in extreme locations, such as deserts. However, this techniqu...

FruitMasters introduces new apple taste guide

30 September 2024

FruitMasters, the largest fruit cooperative in the Netherlands, has partnered with Essensor and Wageningen University & Research to establish a new standard in the apple category. Following a large-scale taste survey...

Inex to acquire Veco Zuivel from Farmel

30 September 2024

Belgian dairy producer Inex has announced its intention to acquire Veco Zuivel from the Dutch dairy company Farmel. With this strategic acquisition, both companies aim to strengthen their partnership and add value to the...

Major food companies turn their backs on Nutri-Score

30 September 2024

The introduction of Nutri-Score in the Netherlands is facing significant resistance. Several major food producers are refusing to place the label on their packaging. As a result, the system, which was intended to help co...

'Consumers prioritize price over sustainability in food choices'

26 September 2024

In 2023, consumer purchasing power improved slightly due to rising wages and falling inflation, but price awareness remains a key factor in supermarkets. “Consumers are primarily guided by their wallets unless there is n...

Ikwileerlijkezuivel acquires Ausnutria's production facility in Ommen

26 September 2024

On September 24, 2024, Ausnutria and Ikwileerlijkezuivel.nl signed an agreement for the acquisition of Ausnutria’s production facility in Ommen. As part of this deal, 24 Ausnutria employees will transition to the new own...

Dutch-grown edamame available at Jumbo from 2025

25 September 2024

From 2025, consumers in the Netherlands and Belgium will be able to purchase frozen Dutch-grown edamame beans at Jumbo Supermarkets. This is the result of a collaboration between the supermarket chain and Dutch farmers, ...

First seaweed farm in wind park officially opened

25 September 2024

On September 24, 2024, the first commercial seaweed farm within an offshore wind park was officially opened. North Sea Farm #1, located off the Dutch coast, spans five hectares and is part of the 'Hollandse Kust Zuid' wi...

Van Gelder introduces plant-based foie gras

24 September 2024

Van Gelder is making waves in the market with a first: plant-based foie gras. This innovation, unveiled at Gastvrij Rotterdam, responds to the growing demand for sustainable and animal-friendly products. The Dutch suppli...

High-quality baking wheat despite extreme weather

24 September 2024

Royal Koopmans has announced that, despite the challenging weather conditions of the past year, a harvest of high-quality Dutch wheat has once again been achieved. This success applies to both regular Dutch baking wheat ...

New calculation method for carbon footprint in pig farming

24 September 2024

The Dutch pig farming sector is actively working to map its greenhouse gas emissions. Various companies are calculating the carbon footprint (CFP) of pork, but the methods they use vary, leading to inconsistent results a...

New Belgian decree limits the use of single-use plastics

24 September 2024

Belgium has taken further steps to reduce the impact of single-use plastics. On July 5, 2024, a new Royal Decree was published, requiring companies to limit the use of disposable plastics across various sectors. This dec...

The Partner in Food Solutions

24 September 2024

Autumn has begun, and with it comes the season for dishes that reflect its flavors. At DKB Foodsolutions, they understand better than anyone how important taste is. Through their brands ECS Paneermeelindustrie and Master...

Air distribution plays a key role in insect farming

24 September 2024

In insect farming, even air distribution is crucial for success. Gert Boersma of Equans Refrigeration explains what is necessary for an optimal and energy-efficient air handling system. Companies looking to farm insects ...