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Value loss remains a blind spot in the meat supply chain

Food loss in the meat supply chain is not just about waste. Products that remain safe and suitable for consumption can also lose value. That is one of the findings of the European Breadcrumb project. In the project, meat..

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Hershey and StartLife: opportunities for sustainable startups

18 November 2024

The international collaboration between StartLife and The Hershey Company marks an important step in advancing sustainable food systems. The Dutch innovation platform and the American snack giant are joining forces to co...

Accelerating sustainability gives food producers an edge

18 November 2024

Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important priority for Dutch food producers. According to Rob Morren, sector banker Food at ABN AMRO, this is not only essential due to societal pressures but also offers commer...

Mustard plants as a sustainable source for nickel extraction

14 November 2024

An international research team, including scientists from Wageningen University & Research (WUR), is exploring the potential of extracting nickel from plants. This unique project, funded by a grant of 1.35 million eu...

Avebe and ChainCraft transform residual streams into fertilizers

14 November 2024

Royal Avebe and ChainCraft have joined forces to convert residual streams of potato juice into circular fatty acids and fertilizers. This collaboration, formalized in a Heads of Agreement, represents a significant step t...

Introducing the ICE Zodiac printers: Eagle, Falcon, and Hawk

14 November 2024

Boost your productivity with the ICE Zodiac printers! The Eagle, Falcon, and Hawk from the ICE Zodiac series offer cutting-edge technology designed to maximize uptime, minimize time spent on quality checks, and reduce wa...

Sea lettuce: THE sustainable protein source for the future

14 November 2024

The proteins in sea lettuce, a common type of algae, offer an intriguing addition to both meat and existing alternative proteins. This type of seaweed not only contains proteins but also essential nutrients and is cultiv...

Beyond plant-based: trends reshaping alternative milk

13 November 2024

The demand for alternative milk beverages has surged in recent years, with plant-based options leading the way. However, times seem to be changing as consumers reassess their choices under various influences. Price press...

Spoiled food due to long wait times at the port

13 November 2024

Business owners at the Port of Rotterdam are increasingly concerned about rising delays and costs associated with inspections by the NVWA. In a letter to the Dutch House of Representatives, the Agrarisch Import Platform ...

FAO report exposes hidden costs in our food system

13 November 2024

The hidden costs of our food are rising rapidly, impacting everything from our health to the environment. The FAO's latest report, "State of Food and Agriculture 2024," indicates that now is the time for a value-driven t...

Albert Heijn gives food byproducts a second life

13 November 2024

Albert Heijn is expanding its range of circular products to further reduce food waste. With the motto "one person’s waste is another’s resource," the supermarket chain has launched an assortment of over 50 products made ...

Protein transition in supermarkets progressing too slowly

12 November 2024

Dutch supermarkets are clearly shifting towards more plant-based products, but the pace remains a concern when it comes to meeting 2030 targets. Despite initiatives to reduce meat portions and increase the visibility of ...

Nutri-Score under scrutiny amid criticism of scoring system

12 November 2024

The hope for a unified European food choice logo seems distant. Nutri-Score, long the leading candidate, has faced opposition from Mediterranean countries due to unfavorable ratings for traditional products like olive oi...

Global food prices reach 18-month high

11 November 2024

Global food prices rose to their highest level in 18 months in October. According to the United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), this increase is primarily driven by rising prices for vegetable oils. The...

European cream price reaches historic high

11 November 2024

As the holiday season approaches, prices on the European dairy market continue to climb, with cream standing out as a significant increase. The DCA dairy index for cream in Northwest Europe hit a record level of over €10...

Innovative steam solutions for current challenges

07 November 2024

The food industry faces significant challenges. Companies aim to enhance their production processes but are often hindered by external issues. On one hand, fully electrifying steam boilers is not always feasible due to l...