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Start Insect connects suppliers in the insect sector

The Netherlands is a global frontrunner in insect farming knowledge and innovation. But behind that progress is a growing group of suppliers. Start Insect brings together the technology and knowledge partners driving thi..

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US pollock consumption may drop due to Russian import ban

02 September 2024

Large fish companies are concerned that the ban on Russian fish could lead to a decrease in consumption, especially among lower-income consumers who rely on more affordable fish options. Thomas Zaffiro, president of Chan...

Food100 2024: 100 Dutch Food Innovators for a Sustainable Future

02 September 2024

For the eighth consecutive year, Food100 presents the 100 most influential Dutch food innovators. This list highlights individuals making significant contributions to a sustainable food system that offers healthier, more...

How 12 top certifications can strengthen your product portfolio

02 September 2024

Sustainability certifications play a crucial role in the food industry. These certifications set specific requirements for environmental impact, animal welfare, and social labor conditions, providing guidelines not only ...

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...

A hybrid meatball encourages more conscious eating

28 August 2024

Recent deelde data-analist Nielsen het bericht dat de verkoop van vleesvervangers dit jaar weer in de lift zit. Dat is verrassend na twee jaar van stagnatie. De prijs en kwaliteit van vegetarische alternatieven zijn al j...

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...

Food industry forecasts 1% production decline in 2024

26 August 2024

ING Research predicts a 1% decline in food industry production for 2024. This is a downward adjustment from earlier forecasts made at the start of the year. Analysts, however, expect production volumes to recover in the ...

‘Meat consumption increases the risk of diabetes’

22 August 2024

Recent research on meat consumption and type 2 diabetes highlights concerns about the link between meat intake and the development of this disease. The study, conducted by the InterConnect project, analyzed data from nea...

Lidl introduces new minced meat mix with pea protein

22 August 2024

Lidl is taking an innovative step in the Dutch food industry by introducing a partially plant-based minced meat mix. This product, consisting of 60% beef and 40% pea protein, offers a sustainable option for ground meat e...

Slight decline in EU ice cream production in 2023

21 August 2024

In 2023, the European Union produced approximately 3.2 billion liters of ice cream, a 1.4% decrease compared to the previous year. In 2022, production stood at 3.3 billion liters. This decline indicates a slight shift in...

Grant for research on bioactive compounds in fruits and vegetables

21 August 2024

Brightlands Campus Greenport Venlo is leading the collaborative initiative Success4BioActives, which has secured a €700,000 grant from the North Limburg regional deal. The project aims to develop in-depth knowledge of bi...

Bananapocalypse looms: the future of bananas at risk

21 August 2024

The banana, a globally beloved fruit, has been facing serious threats for years. Climate change, pests, and a devastating fungal disease are putting the future of the banana at risk. Scientists are even warning of a pote...

Netherlands divided over meat tax

21 August 2024

Recent research by Wageningen University (WUR) sheds light on public opinion regarding a potential meat tax in the Netherlands. The study, conducted among more than 1,200 Dutch citizens, focused on consumer preferences c...

Slight decline in food industry revenue continues

20 August 2024

In the second quarter of 2024, the Dutch food industry experienced a slight decline in revenue, dropping by 0.6 percent compared to the same period last year. This followed a more significant decrease of nearly 10 percen...