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Plankton offers potential, but also challenges

09 September 2024

The food industry is increasingly paying attention to plankton as an ingredient, though few companies have ventured into this space. One pioneer in this area is the supplement producer PLNKTN. After Thom Siersema’s st...

The role of ingredient suppliers during challenging times

09 September 2024

The food and beverage industry continually faces new challenges. Despite the sector's resilience, there is an urgent need for guidance to tackle these issues effectively. The COVID-19 pandemic, the Russian invasion of...

The future of texturized vegetable proteins

09 September 2024

Texturized vegetable protein (TVP) can mimic the fibrous structure of animal muscle meat. Many meat substitutes use this pre-structured form of plant protein. Although TVPs are already widely used in products like burger...

A hybrid meatball encourages more conscious eating

28 August 2024

Recent deelde data-analist Nielsen het bericht dat de verkoop van vleesvervangers dit jaar weer in de lift zit. Dat is verrassend na twee jaar van stagnatie. De prijs en kwaliteit van vegetarische alternatieven zijn al j...

Lidl introduces new minced meat mix with pea protein

22 August 2024

Lidl is taking an innovative step in the Dutch food industry by introducing a partially plant-based minced meat mix. This product, consisting of 60% beef and 40% pea protein, offers a sustainable option for ground meat e...

Meat substitutes not popular among most flexitarians

15 August 2024

Plant-based meat substitutes are often seen as an environmentally friendly alternative to meat, but they appear to be unpopular among the majority of Dutch flexitarians. This is according to recent research by Muriel Ver...

Protein transition: can the Netherlands keep the lead?

15 August 2024

The Dutch market for alternative proteins is on the verge of significant growth, with expectations that the sector will exceed €10 billion by 2030. Despite being globally recognized for its expertise in agriculture and b...

Sales of plant-based alternatives double in foodservice

15 August 2024

The Dutch foodservice sector has seen a significant increase in sales of plant-based dairy and meat substitutes over the past two years. According to recently released data from market research agency Foodstep, collected...

No growth in plant-based promotions: meat still dominant

14 August 2024

The number of plant-based promotions in Dutch supermarkets has barely increased for the third consecutive year. This is revealed by Wakker Dier's annual brochure monitor. Despite the growing demand for meat substitutes, ...

Demand for high-protein foods is increasing

13 August 2024

The demand for protein-rich foods in the consumer goods industry continues to grow steadily. This trend is clearly reflected in the rapid growth of products containing 25 grams or more of protein per serving. According t...

Circular snack brand GRO takes the next step in growth

07 August 2024

The circular snack brand GRO, known for its innovative approach and sustainable mission, is entering a new phase. Starting August 1, Edwin Hak and Jesse ’t Lam will join the company as Managing Partners. Their buy-in not...

Gluten from bread paste potentially a binder in meat substitutes

01 August 2024

Lecturer Lizette Oudhuis, affiliated with Van Hall Larenstein and Hanzehogeschool, is focused on developing gluten-free bread dough. This innovation could represent a significant advancement not only for gluten-free bake...

Nutreco opens first cultured meat feed production facility

01 August 2024

On July 29, Nutreco announced the completion of the world's first production facility for cell feed in Boxmeer. This new factory is specifically designed for the production of powders that serve as nutrients for cultured...

20 years of research confirms: eating plant-based is healthier

25 July 2024

Recent research shows that a plant-based diet significantly reduces the risk of various diseases. Researchers from the University of Bologna compared 48 studies conducted between 2000 and 2023, concluding that plant-base...

First commercial seaweed farm in Hollandse Kust Zuid wind farm

23 July 2024

The fall of 2024 marks a historic milestone with the opening of the world's first commercial seaweed farm within the Hollandse Kust Zuid (HKZ) wind farm. Located approximately 18 kilometers off the coast of Scheveningen,...