Sustainability

Accelerating sustainable fisheries with MSC initiative

The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) has launched a new initiative aimed at accelerating sustainable fishing practices worldwide. Currently, over 500 fisheries meet the MSC’s strict standard, recognized as the global ben..

Implementation of EU deforestation regulation delayed by 12 months

08 October 2024

The European Commission has decided to postpone the implementation date of the EU deforestation regulation by one year. This decision follows feedback from international partners and stakeholders who indicated they neede...

Bonduelle Netherlands achieves B Corp™ certification

07 October 2024

Bonduelle, the world’s leading vegetable brand, has earned B Corp™ certification in the Netherlands. This prestigious recognition highlights the company’s commitment to sustainability and social responsibility. It reflec...

Lamb Weston launches sustainable packaging based on frying oil

03 October 2024

On October 2, Lamb Weston introduced a new retail packaging for its potato products, such as Twister Fries and Potato Dippers. The packaging is made of 60% bio-circular plastic, derived from used frying oil. This innovat...

Fresh herbs reduce methane emissions in dairy cows

02 October 2024

Research conducted within the BioDiverseMelk project has shown that specific grassland herbs in the diet of dairy cows can lead to a 30% reduction in methane emissions. In addition, these herbs positively affect the fatt...

Growth in the organic sector continues

02 October 2024

The Dutch organic sector experienced significant growth in 2023, despite a year marked by economic challenges such as inflation and energy crises. This is highlighted in the Bionext Trend Report 2023, which provides a de...

'Consumers prioritize price over sustainability in food choices'

26 September 2024

In 2023, consumer purchasing power improved slightly due to rising wages and falling inflation, but price awareness remains a key factor in supermarkets. “Consumers are primarily guided by their wallets unless there is n...

Dutch-grown edamame available at Jumbo from 2025

25 September 2024

From 2025, consumers in the Netherlands and Belgium will be able to purchase frozen Dutch-grown edamame beans at Jumbo Supermarkets. This is the result of a collaboration between the supermarket chain and Dutch farmers, ...

New calculation method for carbon footprint in pig farming

24 September 2024

The Dutch pig farming sector is actively working to map its greenhouse gas emissions. Various companies are calculating the carbon footprint (CFP) of pork, but the methods they use vary, leading to inconsistent results a...

New Belgian decree limits the use of single-use plastics

24 September 2024

Belgium has taken further steps to reduce the impact of single-use plastics. On July 5, 2024, a new Royal Decree was published, requiring companies to limit the use of disposable plastics across various sectors. This dec...

VSD, Vivochem, and Ferr-Tech announce partnership

19 September 2024

VSD Food Machinery has announced a strategic partnership with chemical distributor Vivochem and water treatment company Ferr-Tech. The goal of this collaboration is to integrate FerSol, an innovative and sustainable clea...

14% increase in sustainable food sales in 2023

13 September 2024

Consumers spent 14% more on food with sustainability labels in 2023 compared to the previous year. Total expenditures on sustainable food reached €12.6 billion, spread across supermarkets, foodservice, and specialty stor...

Verpact increases rewards for recyclable plastic packaging

12 September 2024

Starting in 2025, Verpact will further encourage producers and importers of plastic packaging to use highly recyclable materials. The reward for using recycled plastic (recyclate) will rise from 10 cents to 20 cents per ...

Yespers and FruitMasters start Total Value Partnership

11 September 2024

Yespers, known for its breakfast products, and FruitMasters Ingredients have formed a strategic partnership that marks a significant step towards a circular food system. This collaboration leads to the establishment of t...

HAK switches to organic Dutch green beans

10 September 2024

This harvest season, HAK is transitioning to fully organic green beans sourced from Dutch soil. This move is part of the broader ambition of the vegetable and legume producer to cultivate all its local products organical...

Jaap Korteweg: "We don’t need cows for delicious cheese"

09 September 2024

Jaap Korteweg is a man with innovative ideas who never stops at just dreaming. He takes action, rolls up his sleeves, and gets things done—that’s what defines Jaap Korteweg. After founding De Vegetarische Slager and sell...