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Cono Kaasmakers creates more value from cream streams

Cono Kaasmakers and butter specialist Van de Koe have joined forces. The international cheese company plans to create added value from its cream streams. For Cono, this is an important step in strengthening its position ..

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European butter exports rise by 35 percent

14 August 2026

European butter exports to countries outside the European Union are growing strongly. In the first quarter, exports increased by 35 percent. Exports to the United States rose particularly sharply. More skimmed milk powde...

NVWA finds excessive residues in ice cream and whipped cream

13 August 2026

Residues from cleaning and disinfecting agents can remain in food after cleaning. In 2026, the NVWA therefore tested 95 samples of ice cream and whipped cream. Three products exceeded the legal limit. Two of them were at...

European poultry meat production rises 5.1%

13 August 2026

Europe’s poultry sector presents a mixed picture in 2026. Production is increasing, while broiler prices remain below last year’s level. Trade is also on the move, with both imports and exports rising. For the Netherland...

European sugar production falls as imports rise

13 August 2026

Europe’s sugar market is set for a clear shift in the coming period. Production is falling, while imports are projected to increase. At the same time, exports and inventories are declining. Price trends also remain in mo...

Blending organic milk: an opportunity to scale up?

12 August 2026

The Dutch organic farming sector faces a significant growth challenge. According to Questionmark, supermarkets and producers can play an important role. The organization is working on concrete steps to increase organic s...

Consumers make better choices from a wider beverage range

12 August 2026

Choosing a soft drink is no longer just about taste. Consumers also consider product composition and the occasion. Among other factors, they look at calories, ingredients, and whether a drink contains alcohol or caffeine...

Drought turns potato market upside down

11 August 2026

After a long, difficult period, sentiment in the potato market has shifted completely. The drought is driving growing demand for both old-crop and new-crop potatoes. Three weeks ago, old-crop Agria potatoes could still b...

Puratos maps flour variability more accurately

10 August 2026

Flour may seem like a predictable staple ingredient, but conditions are changing. Harvests do not always deliver the same quality and characteristics. Climate change, new farming practices, and supply chain developments ...

Business as usual in cucumber cultivation

10 August 2026

The Dutch cucumber sector is becoming less dependent on the seasons. Growers are producing higher yields on the same acreage and supplying the market for longer. Buying patterns are changing too, as snack cucumbers gain ...

Raw material prices rise amid heat and tensions

07 August 2026

International food prices edged up in July 2026. The FAO Food Price Index averaged 131.1 points. This was 0.6 percent higher than one month earlier. Compared with July 2025, the index rose 1.0 percent. Higher quotations ...

Fruit and vegetable supply remains steady despite drought

07 August 2026

Persistent drought and high temperatures are affecting fruit and vegetable production. Growers are taking additional measures to keep their crops in good condition. For now, however, supply remains sufficient for Dutch c...

Livekindly plans to acquire Dalco Food from Hilton

06 August 2026

Dalco Food is set to become part of Livekindly Collective. The company is acquiring the Dutch producer from Hilton Food Group. This will give the established vegan and vegetarian product manufacturer a new owner. Dalco o...

Drought impacts the chain from farming to processing

05 August 2026

The ongoing drought is affecting nearly all agricultural and horticultural sectors. LTO Nederland reports lower yields, declining quality, and growing concerns about livestock feed supplies. Logistics and agricultural ma...

PPWR: New packaging requirements from August 12

04 August 2026

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...

Column Saskia Stender: Trust cannot be automated

04 August 2026

The other day, I came across another one of those wonderful statements on LinkedIn: “In the age of AI, trust will become the most important factor for success.” I couldn’t help but smile. As if that were something new. ...