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CMA considers Bakkavor acquisition by Greencore
The Competition and Markets Authority has revealed that the proposed acquisition of Bakkavor by Greencore in early 2026 “might be accepted”, as Bakkavor calls it “fantastic news”.
ABF attributes profit decline to Sugar category
UK food producer Associated British Foods has released its results for the 52 weeks ended 13th September 2025, reporting a 12% decline in adjusted operating profit.
JS Davidson welcomes UK-EU SPS Agreement
JS Davidson has said the forthcoming EU-UK SPS Agreement will be a “significant step” towards restoring smoother trade in food products between the UK and EU.
Sainsbury’s achieves operating profit of £504m
UK supermarket Sainsbury’s has released its interim results for the 28 weeks ended 13th September 2025, reporting profits “ahead of expectations”.
Seasonal Worker Scheme visa numbers confirmed
The number of visas allocated for the 2026 SWS has been announced following a meeting between NFU president Tom Bradshaw and Farming Minister Dame Angela Eagle.
AHDB identifies dairy export opportunities in the Middle East
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board has revealed that investment in the Middle East “could help fuel medium and long-term export growth opportunities” for British dairy exports.
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Brexit insight
Food sector “remains committed” to EU imports
According to insights from members of the UK food supply chain, the EU will remain a “key resource” for the UK food industry “despite challenges imposed by Brexit”.
New post-Brexit border controls will “jeopardise” food supply chain
Food industry trade bodies have raised their concerns about the UK Government’s proposed Border Target Operating Model.
BTOM: food industry trade bodies respond to new rules
In response to the implementation of the new BTOM, the Institute of Export and International Trade and the CIEH have issued statements.
UK food manufacturers to benefit from new FTAs, says FDF
The UK food industry is poised to reap “substantial benefits” from new free trade agreements (FTAs) with Australia and New Zealand, says the FDF.
Draft proposals for new border controls announced
Plans to enforce checks on products entering the UK have been published by the UK Government, in collaboration with the Scottish and Welsh Governments.
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