The Food & Nutrition Delta is an innovation program, aiming at making the Netherlands a leading Food Innovation region in Europe. Networks and platforms wil be created in an integrated manner to develop new technologies in order to enhance the new business development along the food industry, with special attention to Small and Medium Enterprises. This will lead to the development of innovative, new or enhanced food products that fulfill consumer needs and expectations. Those products, combined with recommended changes in lifestyle and eating patterns, will have a positive impact on public health and the quality of life. Moreover, the competitive edge and market position of the food industry will be enhanced.