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Welcome to the Digital Food Podcast!🎙️

The podcast combines the fascinating areas of data, nutrition, and food.

The podcast has one mission: explore digital technologies in the food industry and empower listeners, to confidently navigate food and nutrition data in this digital age.

In each episode, EUFIC interviews experts, innovators, and thought leaders, exploring in a simple and engaging way how digital technologies are transforming the food sector.​

The podcast is available on Spotify, and a recap of each episode is posted on this website.

Episode 1: the vision of a trustworthy food system

Expect to hear about Digital Responsibility, how a drink apparently can affect you and make you a strong football player, and tangible instances of the relevance of food-related data.

Read the summary of the episode here

Episode 2: Setting the table with the Digital Responsibility Goals

The Digital Responsibility Goals are a critical need in the food sector. How do they ensure fair and transparent practices within the food industry? What concrete benefits can consumers expect from the implementation of these goals?

Learn more in this epsiode!


Read the summary of the episode here

Episode 3: Success stories in shaping the food system

This episode sheds light on two EU-funded projects: DRG4FOOD and FOODITY. Expect to learn about those projects, the landscape of the food industry today and the importance of data awareness for everyone. 

Read the summary of the episode here

Episode 3.1: Revolutionise plates (with ATTESTED)

The ATTESTED project aims to bridge the gap between food producers and consumers. The project is transforming food traceability and what it means for the future of sustainable farming.

Read the summary of the episode here

Episode 3.2: Gamifying children’s nutrition (SafeNutriKids)

The SafeNutriKids project combines technology and gamification to promote better dietary habits among kids. This initiative aims to make learning about nutrition engaging and effective, targeting children, parents, and educators alike.

Read the summary of the episode here

Episode 4: How data is revolutionising personalised nutrition

Expect to dive into the world of personalised nutrition with Joachim Bossenbroek from Verdify. The company is changing how we approach healthy eating by leveraging cutting-edge technology to tailor meal recommendations based on individual health profiles and preferences.

Read the summary of the episode here

Episode 5: Food traceability & literacy within the “Farm to Fork” framework

In this engaging episode, Francesca Felici, a seasoned food anthropologist, explores the intersections of food, data, and sustainability, as the future of food is being shaped by both technological advancements and strategic reforms. 

Read the summary of the episode here

Episode 6: A user guide to data trust

This episode dives into the role of technology in assisting the development of a better food system. Expect to learn how food information could improve your dietary choices and why you should play an active role in your food journey and data.

Read the summary of the episode here

Episode 7: The power of DNA in our nutrition (with GENIE)

Expect to hear about genetic nutrition, the importance of your data and Marina and Jean-Pierre’s personal stories about genetic testing experiences.

Read the summary of the episode here

Episode bonus: celebrating women in Food & Data Science

Enjoy the engaging conversation with Dr Jana Kholová, PhD in Plant Physiology and Genetics. Learn about her experience working in STEM in several countries worldwide.

She also closes the chat with an encouragement for women to fight.