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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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Significant revenue growth for the food industry in Q3

19 November 2024

The food industry achieved robust revenue growth in the third quarter. Compared to the same period last year, revenue increased by over 9 percent. This marks the sector’s strongest performance in 18 months, following a p...

VAT increase for farmers and growers starting in 2025

19 November 2024

The reduced VAT rate for agricultural goods will be abolished as of January 1, 2025. For products such as livestock, seed potatoes, and grains not classified as food, the VAT rate will increase from 9% to 21%. According ...

MARAN 2024: Antibiotic resistance in animals stabilizes

19 November 2024

The decline in antibiotic use in Dutch livestock farming appears to be leveling off. This is evident from the MARAN 2024 report, where Wageningen Bioveterinary Research (WBVR) presents the latest data on antibiotic resis...

High costs hinder circular ambitions of the plastics industry

19 November 2024

The European plastics industry is under pressure. New data from Plastics Europe reveals significant declines in both plastics production and mechanically recycled plastics in 2023. This marks the first time recycled plas...

Record egg prices driven by supply shortages

18 November 2024

Egg prices are reaching unprecedented levels due to a combination of market shortages and rising demand, particularly from the processing industry. With the holiday season approaching, the consumption of eggs and egg-bas...

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 ...