Protein transition

Millions more in subsidies for meat and dairy advertising

The subsidies for advertising campaigns within the European food sector reveal a notable shift towards animal products, as shown by the most recent funding round of the European Union. Nearly half of the total budget of ..

Pieter Vos: A different ball game: getting to the deeper layers

16 October 2023

There's a trend of wanting to 'nudge' the consumer in a certain direction: preferably towards healthier, plant-based, and/or sustainable products. But it doesn't work. Not really. When push comes to shove, customers - de...

Nutri-pact: Fevia and Comeos go for healthier food choices

13 October 2023

The nutritional landscape is undergoing a transformation. Fevia and Comeos, two prominent federations from Belgium, are joining forces to pave the way for healthier food choices. In an era where obesity and overweight is...

Ancient fermentation meets modern plant-based cheese

12 October 2023

Imagine biting into a cheese that's not only delicious but also sustainable, made entirely from plants. Thanks to the innovative techniques adopted by scientists at the University of Copenhagen, this dream is becoming a ...

Tofu or certified meat: Choices of the young generation

09 October 2023

Young adults between the ages of 18 and 35 are more attuned to plant-based diets than ever before, as highlighted in the recent Agrifoodmonitor 2023. This study, conducted by Wageningen Economic Research on behalf of the...

Green promises, no actions in supermarkets

05 October 2023

Although supermarkets claim to prioritize sustainability, there appears to be a stark contrast between their aspirations and their actual deeds. The 'Green Superlist 2023', published by think-tank Questionmark in collabo...

Umiami secures €32.5 million for plant-based meat innovation

03 October 2023

Umiami, a French foodtech startup specializing in plant-based meat with a taste and texture nearly indistinguishable from real meat, has announced a remarkable funding round of €32.5 million. This brings their total fina...

Cargill opens a new European Protein Innovation Hub

02 October 2023

Cargill marks an exciting chapter in food innovation by launching its first European Protein Innovation Hub in Saint-Cyr en Val, France. This state-of-the-art hub is not just a response to growing customer demands but a ...

What we truly think about sustainable food

28 September 2023

Milieu Centraal recently released the 'Sustainability Life Monitor 2023'. This report provides a clear and in-depth understanding of the attitudes and actions of the Dutch regarding sustainability. Crucial for the food i...

Reverse design: the future of food production

26 September 2023

How do you bring a food product to the market that tantalizes the taste buds while also being sustainable, healthy, and affordable? Experts from Wageningen offer an answer with an innovative approach: reverse design. ...

What technology is needed to grow insects?

26 September 2023

Cultivating mealworms: Equans Refrigeration outlines the requirements for a cultivation installation. With the increasing demand for alternative proteins, insect farming is becoming increasingly lucrative. Gert Boersm...

Hybrid yogurt of cow's milk and plant-based dairy

20 September 2023

Students from the Food Technology program at van hall larenstein have developed a new hybrid yogurt, consisting of a blend of cow's milk and plant-based dairy. Hilde Slaghuis, Anke Vos, and Mohammad Noman were assigned t...

Boermarke fully transitions to plant-based

19 September 2023

The Enschede-based company, Boermarke, is transitioning step by step to plant-based dairy alternatives. They are handing over their traditional dairy operations to competitor, Zuivelhoeve. Reynier and Alexander Varvik...

ProVeg: Dutch Voter ready for protein transition

18 September 2023

Recent research conducted by Kieskompas, commissioned by ProVeg, reveals that a significant portion of Dutch voters strongly favor reducing livestock numbers and promoting plant-based alternatives. This shift towards mor...

Collaboration boosts tempeh production in India

14 September 2023

In a landmark move for food production in India, CFSS B.V. and Marel India Pvt. Ltd. are joining forces. Together, they will upscale the production of tempeh, a protein-rich vegan product, to address the protein deficien...

Column Judith Witte: Changing (food) patterns

11 September 2023

Is it due to climate change? Was the wind a tad different this year? Or is it just sheer coincidence? This late summer, there’s an unusual number of grasshoppers in our garden. And it’s not just there; they’re just as co...