Food inflation rises to 5.1%
The Office for National Statistics has published the latest consumer price inflation rates, finding that the 12-month inflation rate for food had risen.
US access to UK dairy market may weaken food security
The National Farmers’ Union, along with Dairy UK, has warned Government against allowing increased US access to the UK food market.
Worldpanel finds 51.2% of sales are own label lines
The latest figures from Worldpanel by Numerator have shown that take-home sales at the grocers grew by 4.8% over the four weeks to 7th September compared to last year.
Aldi to invest £1.6bn in new stores
Discounter Aldi has committed £1.6 billion to accelerate its store expansion plan over the next two years as it plans to open 21 new stores in the coming 13 weeks.
Hovis CEO steps down after three years
UK bread producer Hovis has announced that Jon Jenkins will step down from his position as CEO of the company after three years of leadership.
Sugar prices rise by 56% on the year
The Food and Drink Federation has updated its food and drink inflation forecast, predicting that it could hit 5.7% by December.
