Weetabix workers strike over pay
Usdaw union members working at breakfast cereal giant Weetabix have taken three days of industrial action in a dispute about pay.
Industry needs “strategic resilience”, says IGD report
IGD highlighted the need for accelerated AI and robotics adoption to combat labour costs and meet future food demands in its latest Economic Viewpoint report.
Chocolate sales up as consumers celebrate Easter
The latest supermarket Kantar data has shown that Easter spending was up 11% on the year, while grocery price inflation hit 3.8%.
Lidl plans to invest half a billion pounds in its expansion
Discounter Lidl plans to invest £500 million in its expansion as it is set to open over 40 new stores in 2025.
Unilever reports “resilient performance” for Q1
Unilever has announced its Q1 results for 2025, revealing a turnover of €14.8 billion.
Confectionary category sees largest growth in Q1, says Nestlé
Global manufacturer Nestlé reported “good progress” on improving its market share as well as its strategy to accelerate category growth.
