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Online auction of food processing equipment

Dome Auctions is holding an online auction featuring a wide range of high-quality processing and packaging equipment from a renowned mustard and mayonnaise factory in Neuss, Germany, following its closure. The range incl..

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EU agreement on organic food imports and labeling

20 October 2026

An organic product is not automatically eligible to carry the EU organic logo. This distinction is central to a provisional agreement on European rules for organic products. The Council and the European Parliament reache...

BuRO calls for better oversight of food contact materials

20 October 2026

More recycled raw materials, less plastic, and greater use of plant-based materials: sustainability efforts are changing food packaging. But what substances come with those raw materials? And could they end up in food? A...

ARIE regulation in the food industry: do you know the risks?

19 October 2026

The ARIE regulation has been in force in the Netherlands since January 2023. Its purpose is to prevent major workplace accidents involving hazardous substances and protect employees’ safety. Employers bear most of the re...

Picnic saves 35% with smart refrigeration technology

19 October 2026

When a refrigeration system fails at an online supermarket, it is more than a technical problem. Products go to waste, and customers do not receive their groceries. That is why Picnic and RBK Group aim to prevent breakdo...

ForFarmers: from spot checks to automated code inspection

19 October 2026

A packaging line is only truly automated when an operator no longer has to guess whether the required code is legible. At ForFarmers in Heijen, that final check made the difference between daily disruptions and a product...

Vice Versa ‘got’ a blank canvas for its new facility

19 October 2026

A fierce fire reduced Vice Versa’s frozen storage facility to ashes in 2024. It was a devastating experience, but a close-knit team and solid insurance coverage kept the business going. This made a new frozen storage fac...

FenS and Memolub: smarter lubrication, less maintenance

19 October 2026

Proper lubrication directly affects machine reliability. Yet manual lubrication rounds take considerable time and carry the risk of applying too much or too little lubricant, or applying it too late. FenS helps companies...

Scancheck: barcode inspection without packaging damage

19 October 2026

Rejecting a product doesn’t have to mean damaging its packaging. Automator’s Scancheck automatically checks barcodes on tray-sealed or top-sealed products. If the system rejects a product, an air knife gently blows it of...

New allergen policy proves challenging in practice

14 October 2026

A warning such as “may contain xxx” seems like a simple solution. For consumers with allergies, it actually makes choosing products harder. The new Dutch allergen policy therefore aims to reduce unnecessary label warning...

VNO-NCW and MKB-Nederland call for supply chain agreements

12 October 2026

Investing in sustainability requires agreements on sales, compensation, and risks. VNO-NCW and MKB-Nederland therefore call for cooperation across the agrifood supply chain. This cooperation should enable companies to li...

The first PPWR requirements are in effect. Is your packaging data in order?

01 October 2026

The first requirements under the EU’s new packaging legislation (PPWR) have been in effect since August 12. This makes detailed, verifiable packaging data increasingly important. Do you work with multiple types of pac...

Fall selection of pre-owned MULTIVAC machines

01 October 2026

Not every investment calls for a brand-new machine. MULTIVAC refurbishes used machines with genuine parts and puts them back on the market. This gives businesses an alternative when they need capacity quickly. A limited ...

Verpact: new packaging fees and discounts for 2027

30 September 2026

Verpact will expand its discounts for plastic packaging starting in 2027. Companies that use certain recycled or renewable raw materials can qualify for additional discounts. Fees for beverage cartons, aluminum, and pack...

FNV: heavy workload for meat inspectors in slaughterhouses

28 September 2026

At some facilities, 650 to 675 pig carcasses pass along the inspection line each hour. FNV says that pace puts NVWA meat inspectors under pressure. The union also points to understaffing and insufficient rest. According ...

Sustainability claims on food packaging: new rules

24 September 2026

Stricter rules for sustainability claims take effect on September 27, 2026. They also apply to claims and labels on food packaging. Terms such as “green” and “environmentally friendly” will face clearer requirements. The...