Supermarkets announce commitments to price cuts
UK supermarkets have committed to lowering their prices, as Sainsbury’s, Waitrose and Aldi have all announced investments into price cuts for 2024.
Retailers provide “cracking deals” as cocoa prices remain high – BRC
BRC has reported that Easter treats were more expensive in 2024 due to high cocoa and sugar prices, as food inflation decelerated.
Farming Minister knighted as part of Rishi Sunak honours list
Following the reveal of a ‘surprise’ honours list, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced that Farming Minister Mark Spencer will receive a Knighthood.
Salmon “dominates” seafood market despite inflation concerns
Research from The Knowledge Bank has reported that despite being “hit the hardest”, salmon has retained nearly half of the seafood market.
New SMETA audits could have “financially damaging impact” says NFU
The NFU has called for a halt to proposed changes to rules requiring growers pay recruitment fees of workers.
Westminster Forum announces novel foods conference speakers
Westminster Food & Nutrition Forum has unveiled speakers for its ‘Next steps for novel foods in the UK’ conference.