Food innovations for responsible choices

Sustainable Nutritious Foods

How food is produced, consumed, and how much is lost or wasted all heavily shape the health of both people and planet.

At Wageningen Food & Biobased Research we support the development of nutritious foods that are produced sustainably for now and in the future. Leveraging our expertise and cutting-edge facilities, we collaborate with a diverse range of partners within the food industry – from startups to multinationals, agri-processors to food manufacturers. Together, we strive to enhance the safety, healthiness, sustainability, and consumer appeal of food products.

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As an applied research institute, we distinguish ourselves by integrating cutting-edge research into practical solutions. Our commitment extends across the fields of microbiology, smart and sustainable food processing, and innovative (re)formulation approaches, ensuring our partners receive actionable insights and transformative technologies that elevate both nutrition and sustainability in their products. Join us in shaping the future of food with science-backed innovations.

Working on solutions

Wageningen Food & Biobased Research is working on various solutions within this research programme: