Nomad Foods to acquire Findus Switzerland

Nomad Foods to acquire Findus Switzerland

Nomad Foods has announced that it has entered into an agreement to take over Findus Switzerland from Froneri International Ltd for a fee of around €110 million. Nomad Foods’ acquisition of Findus, one of the leading frozen food brands in Europe, will help the company...
‘McPlant’ range announced by McDonald’s

‘McPlant’ range announced by McDonald’s

McDonald’s has unveiled plans to release a range of plant based meat alternatives called McPlant in 2021. The fast food giant confirmed that the new range will consist of plant based burgers, chicken alternatives and breakfast items.  McDonald’s international...
Premier Foods sees exceptional demand during lockdown

Premier Foods sees exceptional demand during lockdown

One of the UK’s biggest food brands, Premier Foods, has seen its profits grow by more than £47 million thanks to what it describes as exceptional demand during lockdown. The company, which owns the likes of Oxo, Bisto and Mr Kipling, released its half year results for...
FMT Food Industry Awards product judging postponed

FMT Food Industry Awards product judging postponed

The new lockdown for England announced by the Prime Minister has impacted on the product judging arrangements for the FMT Food Industry Awards, which were due to take place at the Regional Food Academy test kitchens later this month. Harper Adams Regional Food Academy...