FDF Scotland calls on Government to support food and drink manufacturers
Food and Drink Federation (FDF) Scotland has launched its 2026 manifesto, setting out priorities for Scotland’s food and drink manufacturing industry.
Preferred site for new Billingsgate and Smithfield markets announced
A site in London’s Royal Docks has been identified as the preferred location for Smithfield and Billingsgate markets by the City of London Corporation.
Welsh food trade event reports £45m generated
Food & Drink Wales has said its Blas Cymru/Taste Wales 2025 trade event delivered “exceptional results” for the food industry in Wales.
Graze snack brand acquired by Candy Kittens
Unilever has signed an agreement to sell its Graze business to Katjes International, with the brand set to sit in the Candy Kittens group.
IGD predicts key trends for grocery shoppers in 2026
The Institute of Grocery Distribution has launched its UK trend reports for 2026 from Grocery Retail and Shopper perspectives.
NFU calls for certainty over Defra EIP
The National Farmers’ Union has warned that Defra’s Environmental Improvement Plan leaves “unanswered questions” about how its goals align with food production.
