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Food chain vulnerable to fungal toxins

12 March 2025

Rising temperatures are increasing exposure to harmful mycotoxins. This is stated in a briefing by the European Environment Agency (EEA). These toxins, produced by fungi on crops such as wheat and maize, pose a risk to b...

MSC: Sustainable fisheries increasingly out of balance

12 March 2025

The availability of certified pelagic fish species is under pressure. This is highlighted in the Small Pelagics Yearbook 2025 by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), which focuses on developments in herring, mackerel, s...

Pyrolysis on the rise, concerns about harmful substances

11 March 2025

Turning plastic waste into new raw materials seems like a logical step towards circularity. But safety for people and the environment should not be overlooked. A recent study by RIVM points to potential risks when using ...

Column Judith Witte: On pros and cons

10 March 2025

In a previous column, I talked about fledgling offspring and their willingness to buy second-hand items through online marketplaces, surplus stores, and thrift shops. Very noble, of course! And environmentally conscious....

‘Camel milk is a promising niche market with opportunities.’

10 March 2025

At Kamelenmelkerij Smits, just a stone’s throw from Den Bosch, more than a hundred camels are kept. It is the only professional camel dairy farm in Europe. The (raw) milk is sold not only in the Netherlands but also in F...

Sustainable packaging: Challenges and opportunities

10 March 2025

Packaging needs to be more sustainable. Everyone agrees on that. But how? Companies must align their processes and products with evolving regulations, including the new Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). ...

Renovation gives Slagerij Visser a positive boost

10 March 2025

After 30 years, the workspace of Slagerij Visser was due for an update. During the renovation, butcher Thieme Visser deliberately opted for an open and obstacle-free space: "Much tidier and, above all, easier to clean. O...

Poppies Bakeries grows with ERP solution

10 March 2025

From Belgian baking tradition to a global favourite: for nearly 50 years, Poppies Bakeries has been bringing joy with pastries and biscuits. With 13 bakeries across Europe and the US and over 1,300 employees, this bakery...

HAS students innovate with food packaging

10 March 2025

During the annual HAS Food Experience, more than 150 students from HAS green academy presented their innovative concepts, each addressing key challenges in the food industry. This year’s theme, ‘Next Food Waves’, focused...

Column Saskia Stender: A box full of air

10 March 2025

I ordered a small jar of spices. Online, because convenience is key. Two days later, the package arrived—a sizable cardboard box, neatly sealed with paper tape. Inside, a layer of protective paper, and somewhere deep wit...

Sustainable farming: how does PlanetProof perform?

10 March 2025

The On the way to PlanetProof label has published its first impact reports on the performance of certified producers in both the plant-based and dairy sectors. The reports provide insight into where both sectors stand on...

Redefine Meat lowers prices and introduces new steak

07 March 2025

Redefine Meat is launching the Redefine Beef Filet during the National Week Without Meat & Dairy. The Netherlands will be the first country in the world to offer this plant-based steak. Starting in April, it will be ...

Science-Based Targets for Food Suppliers (CO₂)

06 March 2025

Do you need to set Science-Based Targets (CO₂ reduction goals) for retail clients like Albert Heijn, Lidl, Aldi, or Jumbo? Then you’re bound to have questions: How long does the SBTi process take? What data do you need? ...

Nutri-Score and swaps at Albert Heijn

05 March 2025

Albert Heijn aims to help customers make healthier food choices and makes it easier to select products that align with the Schijf van Vijf. Vegetables play a key role in this, both at dinner and throughout the day. That’...

Fieldlab to Prevent Food Waste set to launch

04 March 2025

On March 1, 2025, Greenport West-Holland will launch the Fieldlab to Prevent Food Waste. As part of this initiative, students from MBO and HBO institutions will collaborate with entrepreneurs to analyze food waste within...