Average European bought more private labels in 2023, Belgians and Dutch did not

Last year, European shoppers bought significantly more private label products than in 2022, courtesy of high food inflation.
McCain sells Dutch subsdidiary CelaVita

McCain has sold CelaVita to investment company Numbus. The Dutch company makes fresh potato specialities, McCain focuses more on frozen foods.
Barry Callebaut to invest 500 million after massive job cuts

After announcing 2,500 job cuts, Barry Callebaut now announces it will invest half a billion euros in its production plants.
EU deforestation regulation seen to complicate RI biodiesel exports

The EU’s deforestation regulation poses challenges for Indonesian biodiesel in global markets. Despite rising production, exports plummeted due to EU trade barriers. Experts warn of further decline, urging domestic focus and alignment with EU standards for sustainability.