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One in three employees sees AI as a threat

AI is gaining a foothold on the production floor, but employees have concerns. More than a third (34%) see the technology as a threat to their skills and expertise. In addition, 58% feel that decisions about digitalizati..

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Six food heroes of 2024 celebrated for their impact

25 November 2024

During a Food100 gathering on Friday, six Food Heroes of 2024 were honored for their exceptional contributions to a future-proof food system. These innovators, selected from the Food100 list, are working towards a health...

SnackFuture wins KVK Innovation Top 100 category for food

21 November 2024

The KVK Innovation Top 100 annually highlights the most pioneering Dutch companies. This year, 100 finalists were selected from over 225 entries, divided into five categories. In the Food, Water, and Infrastructure categ...

ABN: Food sector underestimates climate change risks

21 November 2024

The introduction of the European CSRD legislation presents food producers with a complex challenge. Not only are they required to report on their own impact on the environment and society, but they must also account for ...

2025 Trend Report for the Food and Beverage Industry

20 November 2024

2025 promises to be a transformative year for the food and beverage sector. Strengthen your business strategy and gain a lasting competitive edge with this practical guide to the industry’s most significant challenges an...

Flemish innovation transforms residual streams into microbial protein

20 November 2024

In Flanders, ILVO and Bio Base Europe Pilot Plant have taken an important step in scaling up microbial protein production. This technology uses fermentation to produce high-quality proteins from residual streams, such as...

Preventing a meat tax by eating less meat

20 November 2024

Meat consumption in the Netherlands remains a contentious issue in discussions on sustainability and climate goals. Recent figures reveal that the average Dutch person ate slightly more meat in 2023 compared to the previ...

Significant revenue growth for the food industry in Q3

19 November 2024

The food industry achieved robust revenue growth in the third quarter. Compared to the same period last year, revenue increased by over 9 percent. This marks the sector’s strongest performance in 18 months, following a p...

MARAN 2024: Antibiotic resistance in animals stabilizes

19 November 2024

The decline in antibiotic use in Dutch livestock farming appears to be leveling off. This is evident from the MARAN 2024 report, where Wageningen Bioveterinary Research (WBVR) presents the latest data on antibiotic resis...

Mustard plants as a sustainable source for nickel extraction

14 November 2024

An international research team, including scientists from Wageningen University & Research (WUR), is exploring the potential of extracting nickel from plants. This unique project, funded by a grant of 1.35 million eu...

Sea lettuce: THE sustainable protein source for the future

14 November 2024

The proteins in sea lettuce, a common type of algae, offer an intriguing addition to both meat and existing alternative proteins. This type of seaweed not only contains proteins but also essential nutrients and is cultiv...

Beyond plant-based: trends reshaping alternative milk

13 November 2024

The demand for alternative milk beverages has surged in recent years, with plant-based options leading the way. However, times seem to be changing as consumers reassess their choices under various influences. Price press...

Protein transition in supermarkets progressing too slowly

12 November 2024

Dutch supermarkets are clearly shifting towards more plant-based products, but the pace remains a concern when it comes to meeting 2030 targets. Despite initiatives to reduce meat portions and increase the visibility of ...

Global food prices reach 18-month high

11 November 2024

Global food prices rose to their highest level in 18 months in October. According to the United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), this increase is primarily driven by rising prices for vegetable oils. The...

European cream price reaches historic high

11 November 2024

As the holiday season approaches, prices on the European dairy market continue to climb, with cream standing out as a significant increase. The DCA dairy index for cream in Northwest Europe hit a record level of over €10...

Innovative steam solutions for current challenges

07 November 2024

The food industry faces significant challenges. Companies aim to enhance their production processes but are often hindered by external issues. On one hand, fully electrifying steam boilers is not always feasible due to l...