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Excitement builds for 5-star FMT Food Industry Awards ceremony
Organisers of the 2026 Food Management Today Food Industry Awards are encouraging the UK food sector to secure the final few tickets to this year’s business lunch and awards ceremony on Friday 12th June, as anticipation for the event grows.
Manufacturers increasing organic ingredients in products
Research from food technology firm Point74 revealed that there has been an increase in organic ingredients being used across mainstream food product development.
Asda Q1 2026 results show performance “edging forwards”
Q1 results show total sales revenues at Asda fell by 1.5% year on year, but improved like-for-like sales over the period offer some relief as the supermarket announces plans to partner with Ocado to update its online grocery service.
M&S to double frozen range as it targets weekly family shop
Marks & Spencer has announced an expansion of its frozen offering as part of its strategy to attract more family shoppers, starting with the transformation of its own-label ice cream range.
Seafood industry value increases despite “uncertain” market conditions
A report from UK trade body Seafish has found that despite “ongoing global pressures”, the UK seafood industry’s trade value increased to £6.09 billion in 2025.
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British farmers to receive £5bn investment from Aldi
Discounter Aldi has opened its £500 million distribution centre at Bardon in Leicestershire, which it said would employ around 1,000 people.
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Features
What next for the British livestock sector?
In his overview, David Barton, NFU National Livestock Board chair, examines what needs to be done to support livestock farming in the UK for a resilient food chain from farm to fork.
Building stronger, smarter supply chains to tackle food scarcity
In the face of persistent disruption, businesses need effective strategies to manage supply chain risks, says Eamonn Woodcock, SCALA executive director.
Health isn’t ‘one size fits all’, and the data proves it
Bryony Perkins, senior insight analyst at The Institute of Grocery Distribution highlights the benefits of a nuanced approach to consumer engagement.
Funding a fifth agricultural revolution
Emma Piercy, head of climate change & energy policy at the Food and Drink Federation, makes the case for regenerative agriculture.
Food security in a volatile world: why frozen food has a crucial national resilience role
Rupert Ashby, chief executive of the British Frozen Food Federation (BFFF), sets out why frozen food should be recognised as a strategic asset in strengthening the UK’s food security.
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