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Does the Netherlands feed the world? WUR questions it

The Netherlands is widely known as a major agricultural exporter. However, a new study by Wageningen University & Research (WUR) suggests that this picture changes when more than export value is taken into account. T..

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Restaurant chain revenue grows as spending per visit rises

24 June 2026

The largest Dutch restaurant chains generated higher combined revenue despite a slight decline in the number of visits. That growth was driven mainly by higher spending per visit. This is a development that is also relev...

Schouten Europe acquires Bobeldijk Food Group

24 June 2026

Schouten Europe, producer of plant-based meat and fish alternatives, is acquiring fellow industry player Bobeldijk Food Group from Deventer. With the acquisition, the family-owned company is expanding its production capa...

Belgium further tightens dietary guidelines

23 June 2026

Belgium’s Superior Health Council (HGR) has published new dietary recommendations. The guidelines are scientifically substantiated, tailored to Belgian eating habits, and are intended to promote better health. The Counci...

New Whole Grain Standard Brings Clarity

23 June 2026

A new ISO standard has, for the first time, established a global definition of what constitutes whole grain. Agreements have also been made on how whole grain content should be calculated and declared on product labels. ...

Sugar tax approaches as industry opposition grows

22 June 2026

The Dutch government is working on a sugar tax for food products and a new levy on non-alcoholic beverages based on their sugar content. The measures are intended to reduce sugar consumption. FNLI warns of higher costs, ...

Food inflation slows growth in the food industry

22 June 2026

After a strong 2025, growth in the food sector is beginning to level off. The food industry still achieved volume growth of 3 percent last year, driven largely by exports. For 2026, ABN AMRO expects volumes to remain sta...

Agricultural raw material supply declines

22 June 2026

Dutch agriculture and horticulture produced more in 2025 than a year earlier. Favorable weather conditions resulted in high yields in arable farming and greenhouse horticulture. The dairy sector also managed to increase ...

1 in 5 Europeans does not have enough to eat

19 June 2026

One in five Europeans does not have sufficient access to food. That is the claim made by the 360 organisations behind a new European Citizens’ Initiative (ECI). According to them, 42 million Europeans go to bed hungry ev...

When will cultivated meat find its place in the food chain?

19 June 2026

Cultivated meat is seen as a potential link in the protein transition. Researchers, start-ups, and agricultural entrepreneurs are working on applications that could eventually become part of the food chain. Interest is g...

EU approves new rules for NGT crops

18 June 2026

The European Parliament has approved new rules for crops developed using New Genomic Techniques (NGTs). As a result, the assessment of genetically modified plants within the European Union will change. The new legislatio...

These names may only be used for meat products

18 June 2026

According to the European Parliament, terms such as steak, ribeye, bacon and chop may only be used for meat products. Parliament has approved new rules aimed at providing greater clarity on the use of meat-related terms....

Fishing sector concerned about impact of new sanctions

17 June 2026

New European sanctions against Russia could affect the Dutch fish processing industry and trade. The European Commission wants to further restrict imports of various Russian fish products. According to the sector, this c...

Foodvalley updates guide for food product reformulation

17 June 2026

Developing a healthier product without compromising on taste or texture remains a challenge. To support companies in that effort, Foodvalley has released an updated edition of the Practical Guide for Reformulation and In...

Caterers make no progress in protein transition

16 June 2026

Dutch contract caterers have voiced their support in recent years for shifting toward more plant-based and fewer animal-based proteins in their offerings. In doing so, they aim to contribute to climate goals and a more s...

Vion Sells Food Service to Group of Butchers

16 June 2026

Vion Food Group has reached an agreement in principle on the sale of its Food Service Business Unit to Group of Butchers. With the proposed transaction, the company is taking the next step in the restructuring of its Ger...