An increased protein intake is required during aging to preserve muscle mass. A predominantly plant-based diet is beneficial for the climate and may lower the risk of certain non-communicable diseases, but could also lead to protein below recommendations. This study seeks to elucidate facilitators and …

Deze studie vergelijkt 36 roma-type tomatenhybriden, waaronder drie commerciële rassen en 33 nieuwe genotypen, geteeld in een verwarmde biologische kas in Nederland. Doel was het identificeren van rassen die een optimale combinatie leveren van opbrengst, Brix-gehalte, citroenzuur, houdbaarheid en smaak …

The study compares the market potential of innovative goat-milk products in Canada and the Netherlands. Using both desk and field research, it maps out the factors that motivate—or deter—consumers from purchasing goat dairy. Elements such as taste perception, health beliefs, sustainability, and price …

This thesis investigates why consumers in Germany and the Netherlands are increasingly choosing non-alcoholic beer over its alcoholic counterpart. A quantitative on-line survey (≈ 300–400 respondents) assessed perceptions, purchase intentions and opinions on recent government regulations affecting the …

This study analyzes how consumers in Germany and the Benelux perceive ready-made meals. Using a combination of surveys and in-depth interviews, five value dimensions are evaluated: taste, health, convenience, sustainability, and price/value. The results show that taste and convenience are the main drivers …

Rembang Regency is one of the regencies in Central Java that often experiences drought. Based on the results of the mapping of drought-prone areas for 2020 carried out by the Rembang Regency government, there are 63 villages spread across 14 sub-districts, 18,885 families are recorded as experiencing …

Dit artikel is een op uitnodiging van het tijdschrift Acta Physiologica geschreven "Editorial" over het proeven van vetzuren door zoogdieren. Het artikel refereert naar een studie van Nagai et al. dat in juli 2025 in Acta Physiologica verscheen onder de titel “Fatty Acid Taste Quality Information via …

The global food system is a major contributor to climate change, accounting for one third of the worldwide emissions. 55% of these greenhouse gasses are created through the production and consumption of animal-based protein. While the demand for food is expected to rise due to the significant population …

"What sparks student motivation in their very first semester? At our university, all Energy and Environmental Engineering 1st year students design, build, and test a biomass cookstove. This playful challenge stimulates belonging, builds teamwork, and gives students a first taste of the competences they …

Background and objectives The transition to a plant-based diet is globally recognized as critical for combatingclimate change and improving public health (Willett, 2019). Secondary vocationaleducation students are a key demographic due to their adaptable eating habits (Story,2002). However, limited knowledge, …