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Judging concludes for 2025 Meat Businesswoman of the Year
The judging process for the 2025 Women In Meat Industry Awards took place at Butchers’ Hall in London, with this year’s Meat Businesswoman of the Year now selected.

ASA upholds complaints against Red Tractor advert
The Advertising Standards Authority has upheld a complaint against an advert by Red Tractor, which it said had “exaggerated the environmental benefits” of the farm assurance scheme.

Justin Stead appointed chair of Walker’s Shortbread
Family-owned shortbread producer Walker’s Shortbread has appointed Justin Stead as its new chair, with Stead to assume his role in late October 2025.

Boparan Private Office funds Roberts Bakery
Boparan Private Office has confirmed an investment in Frank Roberts & Sons Limited, following the company’s Notice of Intention to Appoint Administrators.

Growth in food sales “largely inflationary”
Over the five weeks from 31st August to 4th October, the British Retail Consortium reported a rise in food sales on the year.

Princes confirms decision to float on London Stock Exchange
Global food producer Princes Group has confirmed that it will proceed with an initial public offering and certain details of the offer.

Ocado remains fastest growing grocer
Worldpanel by Numerator has published its latest grocery market share update, finding that spending on offers is expected to increase in the run up to Christmas.
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