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FDF report calls for urgent action to rebuild food business confidence
In its latest State of Industry report, the Food and Drink Federation has found that business confidence in the sector remained pessimistic for a ninth consecutive quarter.
Women In Meat Industry Awards voting deadline approaches
Meat industry colleagues and suppliers are encouraged to vote for those on the nominations list in this year’s Women In Meat Industry Awards, as the Wednesday 26th August voting deadline draws near.
Morrisons drops nearly 5,000 jobs across operations
According to accounts published to Companies House, UK retailer Morrisons saw its monthly workforce fall from 101,144 people to 96,232 in the year to 26th October 2025.
Industry backs UK-produced eggs amid Salmonella outbreak linked to imports
The UK Heath Security Agency has reported 207 cases of Salmonella Enteritidis across the UK in the past year, leading to one death and more than a third of those affected requiring hospital treatment.
Food safety incidents up 14% on the year
UK food tech firm Point 74 has raised concerns over supply chain efficiencies as food safety incidents reported to the Food Standards Agency rose from 1,825 to 2,073 in 2025/26.
UK Sausage Week competition judging well underway
The judging period for the 2026 UK Sausage Week competition is now underway, as organisers report another year of substantial competition entries.
Consumers choose snack items to avoid cooking, finds Numerator
Worldpanel by Numerator has posted its latest grocery market share data, reporting that take-home sales growth slowed to 2.5% at the grocers.
Japanese investors meet with Welsh agri-food representatives
Wales has welcomed a delegation of Japanese investors, with the intention of exploring opportunities within the food, farming and agri-tech sectors.
Nomad Foods reports 3.1% revenue decline in Q2
Frozen foods company Nomad Foods has published its financial results for the Q2 period of 2026, reporting decreasing revenue.
Lactalis acquires Saputo dairy business
Global dairy company Saputo has sold its UK dairy division to Lactalis, a French-owned multinational dairy business.
Love British Food and Red Tractor join to promote British food and farming
Red Tractor has been announced as the 2026 Lead Assurance Partner for Love British Food, bringing the organisations together to strengthen demand for British produce.
Retailers increase Scottish sourcing, finds NFU Scotland
National Farmers’ Union Scotland has revealed that supermarkets have increased Scottish sourcing following its ShelfWatch campaign.
Sausage Week product nominations close this Friday
Organisers of the annual UK Sausage Week competition are urging sausage producers to nominate their products ahead of the Friday 14th August deadline.
Food sales increase despite consumers remaining mindful of budgets
The British Retail Consortium has published food retail sales for the four weeks from 5th July to 1st August 2026, reporting a 3.8% increase year-on-year.
Co-op Group chair Debbie White steps down
The Co-op Group has announced that Debbie White has stepped down as chair and member of the Board. She will be replaced by Moni Mannings OBE as interim chair.
Andrew Yaxley appointed Tesco Ireland and Northern Ireland CEO
UK supermarket Tesco has announced the appointment of Andrew Yaxley as CEO of Tesco Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Middledale Foods to invest £600k in ingredients business expansion
Ingredients supplier Middledale Foods has announced it will invest £600k in expanding its business following the “strongest financial performance” in the company’s history.
CMA suggests Aldi and Lidl should be subject to same rules as major supermarkets
The Competition and Markets Authority has proposed that discounters Aldi and Lidl should be covered under the same land agreement rules as the UK’s largest supermarkets.
IGD survey finds 91% believe there is increased risk to UK food system
According to a report by the Institute of Grocery Distribution, more than nine in ten industry leaders and academics say risk to the UK food system has increased over the past 12 months.
Beyond Meat reports $30.8m loss in Q2
Meat alternative brand Beyond Meat has reported its financial results for the second quarter ended 27th June 2026, describing “directional progress” as losses decrease on the year.
View the 2026 FMT Awards review e-magazine
Find out all of the winners and finalists from the 2026 Food Management Industry Awards. The much anticipated event took place on Friday 12th June at the 5-star Royal Lancaster Hotel, London.
Yandell Publishing marks 40 years in food media
Family-owned business Yandell Publishing, the company behind specialist media and events brands including Food Management Today and Meat Management, is celebrating its 40th anniversary this month.
Unlocking the power of human connection in the food industry
In a world of data, it is relationships, trust and collaboration that add depth of understanding, says Philip Durham, UK business unit director at food sourcing platform Atlante.
Seafish sets seafood business needs at heart of new Annual Plan
Colin Faulkner, Seafish CEO, outlines the three fundamental pillars that underpin the organisation’s 2026/27 strategy.
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