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Biscuit International: making logistics a piece of cake

Even a delicious cookie has smart logistics behind it. At its Broek op Langedijk facility, multinational Biscuit International operates its own transport fleet. Specialized software keeps transport planning under control..

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Export restrictions increase pressure on foodsector

05 May 2026

Export restrictions on raw materials are rising rapidly worldwide. Countries are increasingly keeping raw materials within their own borders to protect domestic industries or generate additional revenue. For the Dutch fo...

EU simplifies rules around deforestation law

05 May 2026

The European Commission is once again introducing changes to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Just months after Brussels postponed the implementation of the law until the end of 2026, new simplifications and addit...

CONO Kaasmakers acquires Van de Koe

05 May 2026

CONO Kaasmakers is taking a targeted step within the premium segment. The cooperative is acquiring Dutch butter company Van de Koe. With this move, CONO is responding to growing demand for high-quality dairy products. Th...

Farmed salmon origin often unclear, despite certification

04 May 2026

Salmon is an important product within the Dutch fish supply chain. Processors and retailers make extensive use of certification schemes such as ASC and GGN. These labels play a role in procurement, positioning, and commu...

More than 3 in 10 companies fail to meet OSH requirements

01 May 2026

More than three in ten companies in the Netherlands do not have their occupational safety and health (OSH) basics in order. As a result, they are not meeting a legal obligation and employees are exposed to unnecessary ri...

Investments in food and agri are increasing

01 May 2026

Investeringen in landbouwonderzoek blijven wereldwijd toenemen. Nieuwe cijfers van FAO laten zien dat publieke R&D-systemen stabiel doorgroeien. Tegelijk groeit het aantal onderzoekers sneller dan de beschikbare budg...

Protein trend continues to push whey powder prices higher

30 April 2026

The price of food-grade whey powder is rising rapidly and has reached a record level. At approximately €1,700 per tonne, prices are historically high. Since the start of this year, prices have increased by more than 50%....

Mandatory video surveillance in German slaughterhouses

30 April 2026

The German government is taking a next step in overseeing slaughterhouses. The cabinet has approved mandatory video surveillance in large slaughter facilities. This places greater emphasis on control in the final stage o...

Starting entrepreneurs struggle with administration and taxes

30 April 2026

Many starting entrepreneurs begin with energy, plans, and confidence in their idea. The first customers, products, or services often receive all the attention. At the same time, the business fundamentals are often overlo...

Revolutionary membrane cleaning with Ultrasil™ Connected

29 April 2026

Ultrasil™ Connected is Ecolab’s latest innovation in membrane cleaning. It helps dairy processors clean more intelligently and efficiently by combining scientifically developed chemistry with 24/7 digital monitoring and ...

Food sector vulnerable due to dependence on natural gas

29 April 2026

The Dutch food industry remains sensitive to fluctuations in the energy market. The war with Iran once again highlights how heavily the sector relies on fossil energy. This dependence continues to affect costs, investmen...

Veggie burgers healthier, but fat content remains high

29 April 2026

Veggie burgers are evolving rapidly within the Dutch market. Both nutritional value and taste are showing improvement. This is evident from a test by the Consumentenbond, conducted across private label and A-brands. Manu...

Pressure on Belgian food industry increases

29 April 2026

On paper, the Belgian food industry remains a strong player, but underlying signals are becoming more concerning. Behind stable figures, pressure on costs, demand, and competitiveness is rising. Industry association Fevi...

Organic food once again significantly more expensive

28 April 2026

The price gap between organic and conventional food has increased again. Consumers pay an average of 66% more for organic products. This is evident from a recent price survey by the Dutch Consumer Organization across 13 ...

Wheat bran: from by-product to egg replacer

28 April 2026

Wheat bran is produced in large volumes worldwide, yet remains underutilized in food applications. This is despite its content of valuable proteins. Research from the University of Groningen shows that this by-product ha...