Customers are opting for locally sourced and less processed ingredients
More and more customers are asking us to base product development on raw materials that can be found closer to home and that have undergone less processing.
It’s all in the name
How can food companies take advantage of the trend toward plant-based eating, and draw more flexitarians and meat-eaters to choose veg-heavy dishes? A simple fix can be the name you choose.
Why soy is such a good meat substitute
You probably know them: vegetarian or vegetable burgers, sausages, balls, and pieces. But why is soy used for so many meat substitutes? And is that good for your health and the environment? You can read about it here!
The most important plant-based trends for 2022
Although November is known as ‘slaughter month’, we at Schouten prefer to focus on other things. For us, it’s the month in which Innova Market Insights announces the top 10 trends for the coming year.
The best of 2021: our top 5 product introductions
Closing out the year cannot be done without lists. That is why we would like to present you our top 5 successful product introductions for 2021.
3 new variations of vegan minced meat
You have surely noticed that meals and meal components with vegan minced meat score well. And the growth is far from over. Discover our 3 new variations of vegan minced meat here.
How environmentally friendly is soy?
Soy is used as a base for many plant-based products. Many people are concerned about the impact of soy production on the earth and the global climate. Here you can read about the sustainability of soy!
Powder raw material mixer Huijbregts Groep: “We strive for operational excellence”
When it comes to food safety and quality, we leave nothing to chance. That is why we only work with suppliers who embrace our way of working.
Vegan Crispy Chickenless Dippers: deliciously crispy and juicy
Chicken substitutes are incredibly popular. Schouten is responding to this with the new vegan Crispy Chickenless Dippers.
Where is the vegan standard?
What makes a product vegan? And which production guidelines apply? The legislator has not yet set a definitive standard for it. Schouten is already taking a few steps forward.
We keep on pioneering
You don’t just become a leader in the market for plant-based products. In vision, strategy and organization we do everything we can to continue to fulfil our leading role.
A culture of food safety
Food safety is not only a question of strictly monitored processes—the company culture also plays an important role. This opinion is shared by legislators and certifying bodies.