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Ausnutria and Royal A-ware close strategic deal

Ausnutria and Royal A-ware are joining forces. Royal A-ware is acquiring a 35% stake in Amalthea. Ausnutria will maintain its majority stake at 65%. Together, the parties aim to further develop the production of goat che..

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Shifting dairy market opens doors for cheese and whey

14 July 2026

The global dairy market continues to expand, but the underlying dynamics are changing. While Europe grapples with stricter regulations, supply is growing in other parts of the world. For the European dairy sector, this s...

Food trends June 2026: from frozen to mood food

13 July 2026

Consumers in the supermarket are looking for affordability, mental well-being, and nostalgia. New product launches show that health and comfort go hand in hand. This is highlighted by June market data from Innova Market ...

Health Council revises fat and carbohydrate standards

10 July 2026

The Health Council of the Netherlands is revising the dietary reference values for fats, fatty acids, digestible carbohydrates, and dietary fiber. This advisory report concludes the ongoing evaluation of Dutch dietary re...

Shorter wait times for grid connections

10 July 2026

Grid congestion is one of the biggest challenges facing the Netherlands. Right now, it is putting the brakes on the economy and sustainability efforts. Grid operators and market parties are now taking a major step forwar...

Temporary worker ban in the meat sector: make your voice heard

09 July 2026

The Dutch government has launched a public consultation for a bill that restricts the use of temporary agency workers in parts of the meat industry. This temporary agency work ban applies to operations involving the slau...

Netherlands risks losing its leading position in foodtech

09 July 2026

Foodvalley and a broad coalition of companies are sounding the alarm. Without swift action, the Netherlands will lose its strong position in food technology to foreign competitors. The sector is therefore urgently callin...

Consumers opt for Fairtrade more often despite high cocoa prices

08 July 2026

Sales of products carrying the Fairtrade label increased by 11 percent in 2025. Dutch consumers purchased over 247 million items. As a result, farming cooperatives in Africa, Asia, and Latin America received 8.9 million ...

How do you reach the flexitarian with plant-based innovations?

08 July 2026

How do you successfully expand plant-based market share to the flexitarian? Project PLENTY is sharing its initial findings on the buying behavior of this target group. With these results, HAS green academy and Hogeschool...

Mosa Meat secures major funding for international scaling

07 July 2026

The Dutch cultivated meat pioneer Mosa Meat has received a significant financial boost for its international scaling efforts. State-backed investor Invest International is stepping in to fill the gap where commercial ban...

VleesNL considers legal action against ban on temporary workers

06 July 2026

VleesNL is strongly opposing the proposed ban on hiring in and assigning temporary agency workers in the meat sector. According to the trade association, the measure threatens to further increase the burden on food compa...

Global food prices edge down slightly in June

06 July 2026

International food prices declined slightly again in June. Cereals, sugar, and dairy products became cheaper, while vegetable oils and meat grew more expensive. These price movements remain important for Dutch food manuf...

Labor Inspectorate: meat sector must change structurally

06 July 2026

Occupational risks and labor violations remain persistent problems in the meat sector. According to the Dutch Labor Inspectorate, inspections and enforcement alone are not enough to bring about lasting change. The inspec...

NBBU: Temporary employment ban undermines government's own legislation

06 July 2026

The Dutch Association of Private Employment Agencies (NBBU) opposes the proposed ban on temporary agency workers in the meat sector. According to the industry association, the decision is disproportionate and primarily a...

15% organic farming target still a long way off

02 July 2026

Consumers generally have a positive view of organic food, and awareness continues to grow. The number of Dutch consumers who occasionally buy organic products is also increasing. However, the development of organic farmi...

NLvoedt: Proud of the Dutch food supply

02 July 2026

Dutch food producers and politicians gathered at Perscentrum Nieuwspoort on Tuesday, June 30. Policymakers and producers connected during the fourth edition of the NLvoedt networking event. The annual event focused on th...