Branded sales prove popular with consumers, finds Worldpanel
Worldpanel by Numerator has released its retail data for the four weeks to 10th August 2025, finding that sales of branded grocery items were ahead of own-label by 2%.
Brassica production down as drought declared in areas of the UK
UK producers have confirmed that brassica crop yields for 2025 are “tight”, as warm weather and four heatwaves affect food production.
Lola’s Cupcakes acquired by Finsbury Food Group
UK bakery manufacturer Finsbury Food Group has acquired a majority stake in premium cake business Lola’s Cupcakes.
Associated British Foods to acquire Hovis
UK food producer Associated British Foods has reached an agreement to acquire Hovis Group Limited from Endless LLP.
Welsh food producers encouraged to invest in workforce
The Sgiliau Bwyd a Diod Cymru / Food & Drink Skills Wales Programme has reportedly delivered “tangible results” on its mission to build a “future ready industry”.
FSA supports Food Safety Research Network with £650,000
FSA has partnered with the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council to deliver £650,000 of funding to the Food Safety Research Network.