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Eurostat: more plastic packaging waste in the EU

More plastic packaging waste, but also more recycling: that is the picture painted by the EU’s 2024 figures. An average of 35.9 kilograms of plastic packaging waste was generated per person. Of that amount, 15.3 kilogram..

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The Future of Meat and Protein Processing at IFFA 2025

20 February 2025

Are you ready for the next step in food production? The food industry is evolving at lightning speed. Technologies like automation, AI, and sustainable production methods are making processes more efficient, safer, and f...

Expansion of Uitgekookt’s facility fits like a ‘new suit’

10 February 2025

In 2023-2024, Uitgekookt’s facility in IJsselmuiden underwent expansion and renovation with growth in mind. It wasn’t a standard construction project but a complex 3D puzzle focusing on people, products, processes, susta...

Sustainable business with smart lubrication technology

10 February 2025

Smart lubrication technology is essential for sustainable business practices, especially in industries where machine reliability and efficiency are crucial. Food-grade lubricants play a key role in this. They reduce fric...

Column Gerard Kramer: Wake-upcall

10 February 2025

As of January 1st, 2026, the new allergen regulations will take effect—a fact no one in the food industry could have missed. The principle is simple: where companies could previously suffice with a general "may contain" ...

LCA ecolabels: the new benchmark for sustainable food choices

07 February 2025

Supermarkets are increasingly using LCA-based ecolabels (Life Cycle Assessment) to help consumers make more environmentally conscious decisions. These labels map out the entire life cycle of products, from raw material e...

EFSA helps foodindustry ensure safe use of process water

04 February 2025

The quality of process water is essential for food safety, especially during the processing of fresh and frozen products. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has therefore developed a new online tool to help compan...

New trademark for gluten-free products

04 February 2025

Beyond Celiac, the largest gluten-free organization in the United States, has unveiled a new registered trademark. This follows the release of Issue 4 of the BRCGS Standard, where the "Gluten-Free Certification Program" ...

Fresh packaging solutions for fruit and vegetables

30 January 2025

Sustainable techniques designed to improve packaging recyclability and minimize plastic usage. At Fruit Logistica 2025, MULTIVAC will address the new PPWR regulations with innovative solutions like TopSEAL, TopCLOSE™, an...

Efficient production with MES technology

28 January 2025

The food industry faces major challenges. Working more efficiently is no longer an option but a necessity. A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) can make all the difference. The food industry is dealing with signific...

We have to be smarter about water us in the food industry

28 January 2025

Clean water is becoming increasingly scarce, even in the Netherlands. This is a growing challenge for the food industry, a major consumer of drinking water. Rabobank has mapped out the challenges surrounding water usage ...

PPWR: What’s changing for the food sector?

23 January 2025

The new Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), which was officially published on January 22, sets strict requirements for packaging and packaging waste. The aim is to achieve a more sustainable economy. For the...

V-Label launches C-Label for cultivated meat

22 January 2025

V-Label GmbH, known for its V-Label certification for vegan and vegetarian products, is introducing a new certification system for cultivated meat products: C-Label (with the C standing for ‘cultivated’). With this initi...

Compact tray sealer for Slagerij Markus

21 January 2025

Slagerij Markus efficiently packages its artisanal products with the compact T 255 tray sealer from MULTIVAC. This rotary table tray sealer allows meat specialties, ready meals, and even soups to be quickly and easily pa...

Stricter manure regulations impact the food industry

16 January 2025

The Netherlands has tightened its manure policy, driven by the loss of its exemption under the European Nitrates Directive. The changes to the Fertiliser Act not only bring adjustments for the agricultural sector but als...

Danish Crown ends fresh meat production in Germany

08 January 2025

Following Vion Food Group’s earlier announcement of its departure from the German market, Danish Crown has now made a similar decision. The Danish meat producer will cease production of fresh packaged meat for the German...