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PPWR: New packaging requirements from August 12

The first new PPWR rules will apply from August 12, 2026. Producers and importers may then only place packaging on the EU market with a valid EU Declaration of Conformity. Food companies therefore need to determine their..

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Moving towards a more resilient European food system

10 September 2025

The European Union aims to reduce its reliance on food imports. The pandemic, climate-related crop failures, and the war in Ukraine have exposed the vulnerability of the current food supply system. Europe remains depende...

Considering outsourcing microalgae production?

10 September 2025

Morocco offers excellent natural conditions for microalgae cultivation, with over 280 days of sunlight per year. This stable solar availability allows for energy-efficient, high-quality biomass production. Combined with ...

First Dutch regenerative herb chain

10 September 2025

Verstegen Spices & Sauces, Schevichoven Droogt and three farmers are working together on the Netherlands’ first regenerative herb supply chain. On 4 September 2025, Michel Driessen (Verstegen), Mark Schraauwen (Verst...

DKB makes your comfort food surprising and unique

09 September 2025

Autumn is just around the corner – the season of warmth, togetherness, and comfort food. The Five Spices BBQ croquettes from DKB Foodsolutions are a perfect match. Combined with the Master Sauce Five Spices, they make an...

Dutch consumers increase spending on sustainable food

09 September 2025

In 2024, Dutch consumers once again spent more on sustainable food. Total spending increased by around 4% compared to the previous year. As a result, the share of sustainable food remained stable at 21% of all food purch...

Stop the invoicing treadmill in food software

09 September 2025

Food companies usually have their affairs in order: smart people, well-designed processes, and a genuine passion for their products. But put ten of these businesses side by side, and you'll notice the same IT puzzle ever...

Procurement costs under pressure? Here's how to stay in control

09 September 2025

The FMCG sector is under pressure. Volatile prices, fragile logistics, and stricter regulations demand tighter control. Indusource is the independent procurement organisation within FMCG, supporting you with purchasing, ...

Robotics in the food industry: a smart move

09 September 2025

In the food industry, the demand for more efficient and flexible production processes is growing. Deploying robots offers a solution to challenges such as staff shortages and the increasing demand for sustainable product...

QR code GS1 supports reducing food waste

08 September 2025

The message during the ‘Waste-Free Week’ is clear: stop throwing food away. Reducing waste for just one week in the Netherlands could save 23 million meals. Standards like the QR Code powered by GS1 can help make this po...

paSys Food Automatisering delivers practical solutions for the food industry

08 September 2025

The Dutch food industry welcomes a strong new player: paSys Food Automatisering. This company is fully focused on delivering and supporting smart, practical software and hardware solutions tailored to food production com...

Lower US tariffs affect Dutch agricultural exports

08 September 2025

After six months of trade tensions, the EU and the U.S. reached an agreement on July 28 2025. The threat of a 30 percent tariff has been withdrawn; instead, a standard import duty of 15 percent now applies – including to...

Introducing Aptean AppCentral + GenAI Query!

07 September 2025

Ready to make faster, smarter decisions? Meet GenAI Query in AppCentral: real-time insights, no code, no dashboards. Explore AppCentral. GenAI Query in AppCentral – Smarter decisions, instantly accessible In a worl...

Food waste drops by 17%, more action needed toward 2030

05 September 2025

Between 2015 and 2023, food waste in the Netherlands decreased by 17%, according to the latest Monitor Voedselverspilling. Minister Wiersma (Agriculture, Fisheries, Food Security and Nature in The Netherlands) shared the...

Boboli Benelux strengthens Unibake’s European growth strategy

04 September 2025

Lantmännen Unibake has acquired Boboli Benelux B.V., a Dutch bakery company known for savoury items such as focaccias, pizzas, and pizza bases. The acquisition supports Unibake’s ambitions in the growing European market ...

FenS celebrates 35 years of flexibility and service

04 September 2025

This year marks a special milestone for FenS: 35 years of growth, service and collaboration. Since our founding in 1990, we’ve achieved a great deal—and this anniversary is the perfect opportunity to reflect on our journ...