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Organic food sales grow by 51% over five years

10 October 2024

Sales of organic products in the Netherlands have increased by over 50% in the past five years, according to recent figures from CPS GFK. With a growth of 51.7%, sales reached 1.4 billion euros, while the rest of the mar...

FNLI: Scarcity and climate put pressure on the food industry

09 October 2024

The Dutch food industry is facing significant pressure due to increasing scarcity of raw materials and the impact of climate change. Despite a production value of €114.4 billion in 2023, the latest figures from the Monit...

Ban on meat names for vegetarian products not permitted

07 October 2024

In a recent ruling, the European Court of Justice addressed the question of whether member states can prohibit the use of terms traditionally associated with animal products for plant-based alternatives. The dispute aros...

Top 10 most-read articles of September 2024

03 October 2024

What caught the attention of the food industry last month? From innovative technologies and plant-based breakthroughs to smart solutions for food safety and production lines. Find out how Kingfish is scaling up with the ...

Food Matters Live expands to Rotterdam

02 October 2024

Food Matters Live is preparing for its first event on the European mainland, and Rotterdam has been chosen as the host city. With over ten years of experience in organising events focused on food ingredient innovation an...

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...

Plant-based market under pressure, but potential remains high

01 October 2024

In recent years, the plant-based product market has seen remarkable growth. What once began as a niche has evolved into a fully-fledged sector. However, recent figures indicate that sales are starting to slow down. Risin...

Vertical farming efficient with dynamic environmental control

30 September 2024

Vertical farming, where crops are grown in layers, offers opportunities to produce food closer to consumers. With controlled environments, crops can even grow in extreme locations, such as deserts. However, this techniqu...

First seaweed farm in wind park officially opened

25 September 2024

On September 24, 2024, the first commercial seaweed farm within an offshore wind park was officially opened. North Sea Farm #1, located off the Dutch coast, spans five hectares and is part of the 'Hollandse Kust Zuid' wi...

Van Gelder introduces plant-based foie gras

24 September 2024

Van Gelder is making waves in the market with a first: plant-based foie gras. This innovation, unveiled at Gastvrij Rotterdam, responds to the growing demand for sustainable and animal-friendly products. The Dutch suppli...

Air distribution plays a key role in insect farming

24 September 2024

In insect farming, even air distribution is crucial for success. Gert Boersma of Equans Refrigeration explains what is necessary for an optimal and energy-efficient air handling system. Companies looking to farm insects ...

20 years of microplastics research reveals lasting impact

23 September 2024

After two decades of research on microplastics, it has become clear how significant the impact of these particles is on the environment and potentially on human health. Scientists are calling for international cooperatio...

New trend: meat substitutes that don’t mimic meat

19 September 2024

The Dutch market for meat substitutes is undergoing a significant shift. Plant-based products that don’t aim to resemble meat are gaining in popularity. This trend, known as "Plant Forward," aligns more closely with chan...

Global demand for chicken grows, but oversupply looms

16 September 2024

The global poultry sector is benefiting from a strong rise in consumption, according to a recent report by RaboResearch. After a period of slow growth, chicken consumption is expected to increase by 2.5% to 3% in 2024. T...