AHDB expects cereal and oilseed imports to remain high
Research from AHDB has found that following an overall smaller cereal harvest in 2024, the UK has a greater reliance on imported grain in the 2024/25 year.
Beyond Meat to cut jobs as part of “cost-reduction initiatives”
Plant based brand Beyond Meat has announced it will reduce its workforce in Europe and North America, as well as suspending its operational activities in China.
Finedale Foods acquires George Adams 1910
Food manufacturer Finedale Foods has purchased meat products brand George Adams 1910.
Ocado Retail revenue up 13.9% as orders increase
Online retailer Ocado Group has published its full year results for the 52 weeks ended 1st December 2024, with group revenue increasing by 11% on the year.
Defra farming announcements made at 2025 NFU Conference
The 2025 NFU Conference saw Defra Secretary Steve Reed make a number of farming announcements, while Defra stood firm on IHT measures.
