Asda to acquire 132 Co-op stores worth £438m
Asda has announced that it will acquire 132 stores from the Co-operative Group as part of a strategy to move into the convenience market and “bring Asda value to more local communities.”
Food industry welcomes new Defra Secretary
Chief executive of the Food and Drink Federation Karen Betts said she is “very much looking forward to working with” the new Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, Ranil Jayawardena.
Nestle launches ‘no reds’ campaign ahead of new HFSS rules
Nestlé launches a campaign to highlight potential flaws in public perceptions of the traffic-light system, ahead of restrictions on HFSS legislation due to come into place next month.
UK food industry tells new PM to “act immediately” on cost increases
Trade bodies from across the UK food industry have welcomed the appointment of Liz Truss as new British PM, but stressed the need for action on current cost pressures.
FDF Scotland publishes plan to prevent further price increases
The Food and Drink Federation Scotland has outlined a seven-point plan which it claims will support the food and drink industry by helping it avoid further increases to the cost of food.
Aldi becomes latest retailer to scrap best before dates from fresh fruit and veg lines
Aldi has announced plans to remove best before dates from around 60 of its own brand products in a bid to help tackle food waste in homes.