Sustainability

Climate shifts European food production

Climate change is unlikely to pose a direct threat to Europe’s food supply in the coming decades. However, it is changing where food is produced. While agricultural regions in Southern Europe are increasingly facing heat..

Record spending on MSC-certified fish in the Netherlands

30 August 2024

In 2023, Dutch consumers spent €323.8 million on MSC-certified fish and seafood, marking a 5.1% increase compared to the previous year. The volume also grew by 3.1%, reaching 50,043 tons. These figures are highlighted in...

Vision report | Digital and sustainable transformation

30 August 2024

How advanced are Food & Beverage companies in their digital transformation concerning sustainability? In this report, we discuss the progress and challenges of this transformation with 8 professionals. The Food &a...

How graphene is tackling the fight against microplastics

29 August 2024

Our understanding of microplastics and the harm they cause continues to grow. Microplastics come from various sources that people and animals encounter daily and are being discovered in more and more places. For instance...

No increase in GM food sales despite rising prices

27 August 2024

In recent years, supermarket food prices have seen a significant increase, partly due to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Products that were primarily imported from these countries have become notably more expens...

PeelPioneers expands with new citrus peel factory in Spain

27 August 2024

PeelPioneers expands operations in Den Bosch and Spain to further develop circular processing of citrus peels. The Dutch company, founded by Sytze van Stempvoort, Lindy Hensen, and Bas van Wieringen, launched Europe’s la...

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...

Germans consciously choose 'Made in Germany' meat

13 August 2024

Nearly 40 percent of German households deliberately avoid meat that is not sourced from Germany, according to the Vion Consumer Monitor 2024, a study conducted by Consumer Panel Services GfK. The research highlights the ...

88% of packaging in the Netherlands recycled in 2023

13 August 2024

The Netherlands has further solidified its position as a European leader in packaging recycling. According to a recent report from Verpact, 88% of all packaging in the Netherlands was recycled and reused in 2023. These f...

The 10 best-read news items July 2024

08 August 2024

In July 2024, food industry news revolved mostly around sustainability and technological innovations. From AI and robotics innovating production processes to companies working together to reduce water use and capture new...

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...

Denmark introduces CO₂ tax on meat and dairy products

05 August 2024

Denmark is set to take a historic step by becoming the first country in the world to introduce a CO₂ tax on meat and dairy products. Starting in 2030, farmers will be required to pay for greenhouse gas emissions, with th...

EU mandates origin labeling on packaging fruit and vegetables

29 July 2024

Starting January 1 2025, packaging for fruits and vegetables must clearly indicate the product's origin. This change stems from new EU trade standards outlined in Delegated Regulation (EU) 2023/2429 and Implementing Regu...

Six in ten Dutch want seasonal and local food

24 July 2024

More than six in ten Dutch people believe we should strictly eat seasonally to reduce environmental impact. This desire is highlighted in the latest National Choice Stress Monitor by market research firm MSI Consultants....

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,...

UT research aims to make plastics circular