News on Health and Nutrition from the Netherlands

Successful and inspiring symposium on food systems transformation
November 13, 2023

Agrico and SeedNL offer inspiring Symposium on Food Systems Transformation

During the international symposium Food Systems Transformation, experts advocated for a more strategic and long-term vision on providing food security and the need for transformation of current food systems.
Sustainable Potato Enjoyment: Lamb Weston / Meijer’s progress report on 2030 Sustainability Agenda
January 18, 2023

Sustainable Potato Enjoyment: Lamb Weston / Meijer’s progress report on 2030 Sustainability Agenda

Lamb Weston / Meijer released its Sustainability Report 2021-2022, based on its 2030 Sustainability Agenda and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Potato Protein as Good as Animal Protein: Study
June 14, 2022

Potato Protein as Good as Animal Protein: Study

While many plant proteins are deficient in one or more essential amino acids necessary for optimal muscle growth and repair, a new randomized controlled study published in shows that plant-derived proteins can still induce strong anabolic responses.
HZPC: New generation of potato varieties promising for more food security
April 22, 2022

HZPC: New generation of potato varieties promising for more food security

The new generation of potato varieties is performing better and better under extreme climate conditions such as drought, according to the recent sustainability report of potato breeder HZPC
Starch cooperative Royal Avebe performance price drops to EUR 93.30
November 23, 2021

Royal Avebe performance price drops to EUR 93.30

The growing acreage of starch potatoes, especially outside the Netherlands, led to pressure on prices for native starch this year. Rising costs due to the corona crisis also depressed the performance price.
Potato Days Live wants to inspire the sector to make sustainable choices
October 21, 2021

Potato Days Live wants to inspire the sector to make sustainable choices

The potato sector has the ability to significantly contribute to a sustainable food supply worldwide. HZPC will therefore broadcast an inspiring programme on 3 November during Potato Days 2021 Live.
HZPC reports on positives after challenging corona year
October 12, 2021

Seed potato company HZPC reports on positives after challenging COVID-19 year

Seed Potato company HZPC realized that the financial year 2020/2021 would be difficult. Last year, the potato distributor was operating in a global economic recession.
Is this the reason for our unhealthy eating?
September 28, 2021

Is this the reason for our unhealthy eating?

An increasing number of people in the western world are overweight. Why? Scientists have been seeking an answer to this question for some time now. Researcher Rachelle de Vries sheds (quite) some light: we may be pre-programmed.
Michiel y Frank
September 06, 2021

¿Patatas holandesas todo el año?

¿Por qué importar patatas cuando están disponibles en el país? En los Países Bajos, la disponibilidad de patatas se amplía continuamente, gracias al desarrollo de variedades y a la mejora de los métodos de almacenamiento.
Researchers Identify Gene for Self-Compatibility in Potato
July 06, 2021

Researchers Identify Gene for Self-Compatibility in Potato

New discovery will lead to faster and more focused potato breeding
Potato Plantings in North-western Europe (EU-04): Less hectares and late start for 2021 crop
May 20, 2021

Potato Plantings in EU-04: Less hectares and late start for 2021 crop

As plantings for the 2021 potato crop in North-western Europe is wrapping up, it seems very probable that total potato area within the NEPG zone (EU-04) will be reduced by 3 to 5 percent.
Royal Cosun closed 2020 with a slightly higher group result than in 2019.
February 15, 2021

Aviko's parent Cosun posts slightly higher result in a challenging year

Royal Cosun (parent of potato processor Aviko) closed 2020 with a slightly higher group result than in 2019. Aviko had an exceptionally turbulent year. Lockdowns exerted pressure on Aviko’s turnover in the foodservice channel, whereas other business groups benefited directly or indirectly from higher sales in the retail channel.
Major changes at North-western European Potato Growers (NEPG)
January 26, 2021

Major changes at North-western European Potato Growers (NEPG)

Until December 31, 2020 the North-western European Potato Growers (NEPG) was a 5 country organization, but the organization started 2021 without the British AHDB. Also, Victor Pfaff stepped down as NEPG secretary and is replaced by Daniel Ryckmans.
Dutch potato cooperation Agrico reviews the year positively despite turbulent times
December 18, 2020

Potato coop Agrico reviews the year positively despite turbulent times

Potato coop Agrico held its annual central general members' meeting last week. During this online meeting, the annual figures for 2019/2020 were discussed and Agrico's digital transformation was addressed.
NEPG uncertain about pending potato season
December 17, 2020

NEPG uncertain about pending potato season

NEPG (North-Western European Potato Growers) is unsure of the current potato situation and does not expect major changes in the demand side of the market in the coming weeks.
December 01, 2020

Potato Starch cooperative Avebe increases performance price to 96.15 euros

In financial year 2019/2020 Dutch Potato Starch Producer Royal Avebe achieved a performance price of 96.15 euros. This is a fraction below the record result - 96.63 euros - of the previous financial year.
'No more potatoes for fries needed by the processors? Then we'll cut them ourselves'
November 13, 2020

'No more potatoes for fries needed by the processors? Then we'll cut them ourselves'

The corona crisis dealt a blow to the fries processing industry and that in turn had consequences for the growers who supply the industry.
Online Potato Days HZPC showcase new reality
November 06, 2020

Online Potato Days HZPC Showcase New Reality

The annual Potato Days in Joure are a valued networking event attracting hundreds of growers and customers from many countries.

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