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Premier Foods achieves “strong” revenue growth
Over the 13 weeks ending 27th June 2026, UK food business Premier Foods reported its total revenues up 2.7%.
MPs call for further action from food industry over HFSS foods
The Health and Social Care Committee has called for Government to prioritise preventing obesity over the interests of the food industry.
World Cup gives retailers a “welcome boost”
The British Retail Consortium released sales data covering the five weeks from 31st May to 4th July 2026, finding food sales growth was down on the 12-month average.
FDF campaign sees UK consume extra two billion portions of fibre
UK food manufacturers have provided two billion portions of fibre to the nation since 2021, according to the Food and Drink Federation.
UK Free Trade Agreement with Switzerland to “improve access” for exporters
The UK Government has secured a deal with Switzerland that will aim to give UK exporters of dairy, beef and lamb products a “competitive edge” in the market.
FSA and FSS publish new cell-cultivated guidance
The Food Standards Agency has published new cell-cultivated guidance in partnership with Food Standards Scotland.
Bakery company sees a 20% rise in BBQ product sales
Sheldon’s Bakery has found that overall demand for its products has risen 19% year-on-year during the opening weeks of England’s World Cup campaign.
MPs visit West Sussex farm to hear of pressures on producers
The National Farmers’ Union Food and Farming Fellowship scheme saw MPs discuss the challenges facing the horticulture sector while on a farm visit.
UK foodservice company to open facility in late 2026
UK foodservice company Compass Group UK & Ireland has invested in a new facility in Derbyshire, which is set to open in late 2026.
Food leaders send open letter to future PM outlining resilience plan
The NFU, BRC, FDF and UKHospitality have joined together to urge those running for Prime Minister to back a five-point plan for a more resilient UK food system.
Hovis Group and ABF integrate to become Hovis Bakeries
Associated British Foods has announced that it has completed its acquisition of Hovis Group Limited from Endless LLP.
Seafish launches new levy portal
UK seafood body Seafish has launched an updated online portal to simplify the process of submitting levy returns for businesses.
Steven Potter appointed Turner Price managing director
Food wholesaler Turner Price has appointed Steven Potter as managing director following the retirement of Paul Brittain.
GLP-1 food labelling could be a “commercial risk”
Research from consumer insight company Vypr has found that food brands leaning heavily into GLP-1 terminology could experience scepticism from consumers.
Market Street counters at Morrisons to be reopened
UK supermarket Morrisons has revealed it will reopen some fish and meat counters following their closure in 2025.
PTF announces plan for UK dairy exports to double in ten years
The Provision Trade Federation has predicted that the UK dairy sector will grow its exports to £4.5 billion over the next ten years.
Aldi bread supplier to invest in major facility expansion
Manchester-based bakery Sheldon’s has revealed plans to invest in a new facility after annual volumes supplied to Aldi more than doubled over the last decade.
Telford College develops food qualification with manufacturers
UK food manufacturers have partnered with Telford College to design a new engineering apprenticeship.
ABF grocery revenue grew 1% in Q3
According to a trading update from Associated British Foods, the group’s grocery category achieved revenue of £1,043 million in the 12-week period to 23rd May 2026.
Sainsbury’s achieves £7.6 billion in Q1 grocery sales
UK supermarket Sainsbury’s has published its first quarter trading statement for the 16 weeks to 20th June 2026, reporting a 3.6% rise in grocery sales on the year.
View the 2026 FMT Awards review e-magazine
Find out all of the winners and finalists from the 2026 Food Management Industry Awards. The much anticipated event took place on Friday 12th June at the 5-star Royal Lancaster Hotel, London.
The end of volume-led growth?
Research in IGD’s latest UK Away From Home forecast suggests a shift away from traditional market behaviour, says senior insight analyst Shannon Goldsmith.
Healthy diets need practical, accessible solutions. Frozen food is ready to deliver.
Rupert Ashby, chief executive of the British Frozen Food Federation (BFFF), explains why frozen food will play a key role in helping people across the UK eat a healthier diet.
Supporting seafood careers through skills and training
Seafish onshore training advisor, Richard Wardell, outlines some of the training opportunities available through the organisation for workers in the onshore sectors of the seafood industry.
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