News & Insights

Latest news, experiences and reflections from across the InnoFoodLabs community

This space brings together project updates, activities from our Living Labs and insights emerging from ongoing innovation processes across Europe.

Rewriting the Narrative: Connecting Through Science and Real Stories

B2New develops a values-based communication strategy to reshape perceptions of food cooperatives in Poland. Through a new website, scientific evidence, real farmer stories, workshops and community feedback, the initiative promotes...

Expanding Horizons: Organic Food for Institutional Canteens and Gastronomy

B2K (Dobrze Goes Kitchen) aims to bring local organic produce directly into professional and institutional kitchens across Warsaw, starting with private schools and kindergartens. The initiative combines efficient supply logistics...

Registration Open: Join the 3rd InnOFoodLabs Webinar on September 17th!

Join the 3rd InnOFoodLabs Webinar on September 17th to explore how farmers, communities, and markets can build stronger connections in organic agriculture. Experts and European initiatives will share practical experiences,...

Join the Study Tour in France!

Registration is now open for the InnOFoodLabs Study Tour at Lycée du Valentin in France. Participants will explore the French Living Lab, discover innovative organic food initiatives, meet local producers...

More local organic products in HORECA

More Local Organic Products in HORECA connects local organic producers with schools, public kitchens, and the hospitality sector through education, chef training, and digital tools. By strengthening short supply chains...

Connecting with the Consumer

Connecting with the Consumer explores how to communicate the value of organic seed breeding to consumers. Through research, focus groups, and collaboration with universities, Girolomoni is developing a clear and...

Organic From the Seed

Organic From the Seed is driving the transition to organically bred durum wheat by developing native organic seed varieties adapted to organic farming. Through field trials, scientific collaboration, and farmer...

Residu zero

Residu Zero is developing new solutions to reduce packaging waste across the food distribution chain. By expanding bulk purchasing, promoting reusable containers, and introducing returnable packaging systems, the initiative encourages...

Terranostra en línea

Terranostra en línea is developing an online store to make local and organic food more accessible across Mallorca. By complementing its physical supermarket with a digital sales channel, the cooperative...

Strengthening Organic Value Chains in Spain: InnOFoodLabs and OrganicAdviceNetwork Join Forces for an Interactive Workshop

InnOFoodLabs and OrganicAdviceNetwork are organising an online workshop on 15 September 2026 to strengthen collaboration across Spain's organic sector. Participants will explore the country's organic advisory system, co-create a Community...

Local Network for Organic Supply Chains

The “Bio Hub” innovation focuses on developing and activating a local network that connects organic producers with restaurants and other food professionals, with the aim of improving the sourcing and...

Consumer meets Cattle: Let’s talk about Bio Weiderind

This innovation complements supply-side changes by strengthening consumer awareness through gastronomy, canteens and retail. Many consumers are not aware of the environmental and regional benefits of pasture-based organic beef....

Chef meets Cattle: From Nose to Tail

This innovation tackles the mismatch between whole-animal supply and selective demand by building practical capacities in professional kitchens. Chefs often lack experience with lesser-known cuts and menu planning aligned with...

Fruit Processing Cooperation

The “Fruit Cooperation” innovation transforms the way Le Valentin engages with its surrounding territory by building strong partnerships with local fruit producers....

Organic Dairy Product Development

The “Organic Dairy Revolution” aims to develop a new range of organic dairy desserts using the milk produced by the 45 Montbéliarde dairy cows on the farm. This would expand...
InnoFoodLabs Project Presentation Video

InnOFoodLabs Launches Its Official Project Video on YouTube

The InnOFoodLabs project is pleased to announce the release of its official promotional video, now publicly available on YouTube. This video marks an important milestone in the project’s communication and...

Second Webinar Highlights: The Role of Processing in Local Organic Food Systems

On 26 May 2026, InnOFoodLabs hosted the second webinar of its Community of Practice series, focusing on the role of food processing in shaping local organic food systems. The session...

First Community of Practice Webinar Launches InnOFoodLabs Knowledge Exchange

The InnOFoodLabs project has officially launched its Community of Practice (CoP) webinar series with its first international webinar held on 16 April 2026. This event marked an important milestone in...