Confidence “fragile” after Budget as food sales growth slows
The British Retail Consortium has reported that UK Black Friday sales were “dampened by pre-Budget jitters”, as food sales were below the 12-month average growth.
FSA appoints Chief Scientific Advisor
During a board meeting, the Food Standards Agency appointed Professor Ian Young as its Chief Scientific Advisor in a part-time capacity.
MP hears from plant-based producer on food industry challenges
Plant-based alternative producer Vion has met with local MP Kevin McKenna and the Provision Trade Federation to share its views on the challenges facing the food industry.
Magnum Ice Cream Company listed as it completes Unilever demerger
Ice cream producer the Magnum Ice Cream Company has been listed in London, Amsterdam and New York, as producer Glacier finds the European ice cream market worth €18.7 billion.
NFU urges Government to secure smoother trade during SPS negotiations
The National Farmers’ Union has called for UK Government to negotiate “appropriate transition periods” and certain exemptions to dynamic alignment.
Professor Susan Jebb to deliver City Food & Drink Lecture keynote address
The City Food & Drink Lecture has announced that Professor Susan Jebb OBE will deliver the keynote address at its 25th annual event.
