Trade bodies from across the UK food industry have welcomed the appointment of Liz Truss as new British PM, but stressed the need for action on current cost pressures.

The Food and Drink Federation Scotland has outlined a seven-point plan which it claims will support the food and drink industry by helping it avoid further increases to the cost of food.

Aldi has announced plans to remove best before dates from around 60 of its own brand products in a bid to help tackle food waste in homes.

Arla Foods has warned that global milk production is expected to decline further and contribute to sustained high dairy prices.

A UK-wide consultation on proposed amendments to the Bread and Flour Regulations 1998, which requires the addition of certain nutrients to non-wholemeal wheat flour to protect public health, has been launched by the government.

NFU Scotland president Martin Kennedy has called on the UK government to make a decision regarding the current energy shortages that will benefit food suppliers and the wider UK supply chain.

Exports to both EU and non-EU markets have exceeded pre-Covid levels for the first time in the first half of 2022, according to new figures released by the Food and Drink Federation.

Food Standards Scotland, the UKHSA and the Food Standards Agency are reinforcing their advice to vulnerable groups of consumers in relation to the risks of Listeria monocytogenes infection which, in some cases, is claimed to be linked to ready to eat smoked fish.

Packaging data services provider Ecoveritas claims a widespread lack of understanding and accurate data is why less than 5% of HMRC’s estimated number of registrations to pay the new tax on plastic packaging signed up.

Scottish Bakers, which supports the bakery trade throughout Scotland, has written to Holyrood and Westminster politicians to ask for financial support for businesses affected by rising production costs.

Asda is the latest UK retailer to remove ‘best before’ labels across a range of fresh produce, including 200 fruit and vegetable products.

CF Fertilisers UK has announced that it will temporarily halt ammonia production at its Billingham Complex due to “uneconomical” market conditions.

Following a record level of nominations for this year’s Women In Meat Industry Awards, the final deadline for voting is this Friday August 26th.

Princes has revealed plans to source and sell 100% of its UK Princes branded tuna from Marine Stewardship Council certified sustainable fisheries by the end of 2025. 

Commenting on the launch of the British Frozen Food Federation’s first annual campaign, CEO Rupert Ashby said that the company is encouraging consumers to buy more frozen food by demonstrating how they can reduce food waste and save money.

Food Management Today is sad to report the passing of Sir David Samworth, founder and life president of UK food manufacturer Samworth Brothers.