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More sustainable packaging with Smart Heating

MULTIVAC is perfecting its forming and sealing processes with the new matrix heating systems pixelHEAT and pixelSEAL, developed in collaboration with Watttron GmbH. These systems respond to the growing demand for sustain..

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Plankton offers potential, but also challenges

09 September 2024

The food industry is increasingly paying attention to plankton as an ingredient, though few companies have ventured into this space. One pioneer in this area is the supplement producer PLNKTN. After Thom Siersema’s st...

Choice Overload Monitor: Consumers long for the past

09 September 2024

More than six out of ten Dutch consumers believe we should strictly follow seasonal eating habits to reduce our environmental impact. There is also considerable support for so-called "odd" produce, such as crooked cucumb...

The role of ingredient suppliers during challenging times

09 September 2024

The food and beverage industry continually faces new challenges. Despite the sector's resilience, there is an urgent need for guidance to tackle these issues effectively. The COVID-19 pandemic, the Russian invasion of...

The future of texturized vegetable proteins

09 September 2024

Texturized vegetable protein (TVP) can mimic the fibrous structure of animal muscle meat. Many meat substitutes use this pre-structured form of plant protein. Although TVPs are already widely used in products like burger...

Ban on all migrant workers is disproportionate

05 September 2024

A complete ban on migrant workers is unnecessary and disproportionate. Minister Van Hijum (Social Affairs and Employment) is exploring the possibility of banning labor on a sectoral level. This proposal was sent to the H...

Top 10 food industry news of August 2024

04 September 2024

In August 2024, the food industry focused on sustainability and technological advancements. Denmark introduced a CO₂ tax on meat and dairy, and the merger between JBT and Marel received approval. PALI Meat closed its Oss...

CO2 calculation simplified with new tool

03 September 2024

Companies are required to calculate their CO2 emissions, partly due to legislation such as the CSRD. Regreener supports businesses in this task with the free Regreener Footprint Navigator, a new tool that helps companies...

Quality and innovation: Dutch Truffle in the food industry

02 September 2024

Truffles, delicious fresh truffles for everyone. Dutch Truffle was founded in 2006 out of a passion for truffles. What started with importing fresh truffles for personal use, friends, and local restaurants has grown into...

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...