Those who read food labels weigh less
26 - 12 - 2012
A study published by research journal Agricultural Economics shows that consumers who read nutrition labels listed on food packaging are thinner than those who do not.
Potatoes and Potato Products Are Still More Popular than Pasta and Rice
07 - 11 - 2012
Research studies performed by InSites Consulting on behalf of VLAM have shown that on average, potatoes are eaten 3.5 times a week. They are still the most consumed accompaniment for meals.
Almost 9 in 10 Belgians Buy Organic at Least Once
03 - 10 - 2012
From consumer research performed by GfK Panel Services Belgium, it appears that almost 9 in every 10 Belgians buy organic products at least once. Almost 1 in 5 Belgians is an avid purchaser of organic alternatives, and at least one time in every 10 days, they will purchase a product with organic origins.
Potatoes Contain Vitamins, Minerals and Nutrients
07 - 09 - 2012
Potatoes contain a large number of vitamins, minerals and nutrients. They contain even more vitamins than other healthy vegetables and fruits such as bananas, avocados, nuts and broccoli.
Belgian Production of Processed Potatoes Continues to Grow in 2011
27 - 08 - 2012
From annual production figures, it appears that in 2011, the processed potato industry in Belgium has enjoyed further growth across the entire product range.