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ForFarmers: from spot checks to automated code inspection

A packaging line is only truly automated when an operator no longer has to guess whether the required code is legible. At ForFarmers in Heijen, that final check made the difference between daily disruptions and a product..

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More fruit and vegetables arrive through Dutch ports

22 September 2026

The volume of fruit and vegetables arriving in refrigerated containers has increased sharply over the past decade. In 2025, 11.1 million metric tons of refrigerated and frozen cargo arrived in the Netherlands by sea. Vol...

Global flavours give products more character

22 September 2026

Consumers increasingly look for distinctive and clearly recognisable flavours. International flavour profiles continue to play an important role. Spicy, aromatic and smoky notes are particularly prominent. DKB Foodsoluti...

EU considers lower maximum levels for sulfites

21 September 2026

Lower maximum levels for sulfites are on the table for many food products. The European Commission’s draft affects dried fruit, potato products, and juice concentrates. The Commission also wants to remove two sulfites fr...

Food residuals as animal feed to reduce scope 3 emissions

21 September 2026

Several large Dutch supermarkets aim to reduce their indirect emissions in the coming years. Processing surplus products into animal feed could play an important role. This keeps raw materials within the food chain and r...

Trade ban on goods from Israeli settlements

21 September 2026

Starting September 22, a product’s origin will determine whether goods from Israel may enter the Dutch market. The Netherlands will ban the import, purchase, and sale of goods from unlawful Israeli settlements. This also...

Protein trend boosts demand for milk powder and whey powder

18 September 2026

The popularity of high-protein products is affecting the European dairy market. Prices for skimmed milk powder and whey powder are significantly higher than a year ago. According to DCA Market Intelligence, strong demand...

WUR sees potential in mandatory organic purchasing

18 September 2026

The amount of organic farmland must triple within five years. At the end of 2025, around 5% of farmland was farmed organically. However, the Dutch government’s target for 2030 is 15%. This requires approximately 180,300 ...

FrieslandCampina strengthens position in Indonesia

18 September 2026

Royal FrieslandCampina N.V. and PT Ultrajaya Milk Industry are deepening their cooperation in Indonesia. Upon completion of the transaction, FrieslandCampina will gain control of Ultrajaya. Frisian Flag Indonesia will be...

Rising raw material prices hit the food industry

18 September 2026

Following the inflation peak of 2023, supermarket prices stabilized at a higher level. Leading indicators now point to mounting price pressure. ABN AMRO expects food inflation to rise again in late 2026 and throughout 20...

Allergen risks and cross-contamination in water reuse

17 September 2026

Food manufacturers increasingly reuse water during washing, processing and cleaning. This approach reduces consumption, but creates a new food-safety question. Researchers see possible allergen transfer through reused pr...

Producer organizations lose members and market share

17 September 2026

On paper, the idea is compelling: growers pool their supply, share investments, and negotiate collectively with buyers. In many EU countries, however, the reality is more challenging. Producer organizations are losing gr...

Dutch milk deliveries and cheese production rise

17 September 2026

Milk deliveries in the Netherlands were 3.1 percent higher in July than a year earlier. Dairy plants also produced 2.9 percent more factory-produced cheese. Both milk deliveries and cheese production were higher in May a...

Salt intake often higher than Dutch consumers think

17 September 2026

Cutting back on salt sounds simple, but taste remains a deciding factor. That is precisely where health advice meets everyday practice. Those consumer preferences are directly relevant to the food industry. New research ...

Scancheck Barcode Inspection System

17 September 2026

The Scancheck machine was developed to automatically inspect barcodes on tray-sealed and top-sealed products. Rejected products are gently blown off the line using an air knife, without damaging the packaging. This prese...

Compaxo plans proposed acquisition of Gepo Vleeswaren and Kroon Vleeswarenfabriek

16 September 2026

Compaxo Groep B.V. is pleased to announce that it has reached an agreement with the shareholders of Gepo Vastgoed B.V. regarding its intention to acquire Gepo Vleeswaren B.V. in Nieuw-Vennep and Kroon Vleeswarenfabriek Z...