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Food inflation rises as energy costs filter into prices
The British Retail Consortium has published details of shop price inflation for the 1st-7th August 2026 period, reporting that it increased to 1.5% year-on-year in August.
Hilton Foods reports good performance despite “disappointing” seafood category
In its interim results for the 26 weeks to 28th June 2026, Hilton Food Group reported good performance from its fresh prepared food and core meat categories.
Meat Industry Awards winners revealed for 2026
Members of the UK meat industry gathered on Thursday evening 3rd September to unveil the winners of this year’s Meat Management Meat Industry Awards.
Food prices rise 3.7% on the year, finds ONS
The Office for National Statistics has published the latest consumer prices index, reporting upward effects on inflation from fish, meat, chocolate and confectionary.
ABF grocery profit falls 18% to £691m
Associated British Food has published its results for the 24 weeks ended 28th February 2026, reporting a 20% fall in grocery adjusted operating profit.
Defra invests £1.5m in UK seafood exports
Government has announced a £1.5 million boost to its Seafood Exports Package, which could see Cornish crab, British scallops and Dover sole reach more plates worldwide.
Warburtons invests £100m in bakery facilities
UK bakery brand Warburtons has announced it will invest more than £100 million as it acquires the former Rathbones bakery site in Wakefield.
SNP announces price cap on groceries in 2026 manifesto
Scotland First Minister John Swinney has claimed that the Scottish National Party will cap the price of supermarket groceries if the party is re-elected.
Probiotic brand appoints UK & Ireland managing director
Probiotic yogurt brand Yakult has appointed Shinji Yamaguchi as managing director of its UK & Ireland division.
Government reportedly contingency planning for potential food shortages
According to reports, Government has looked at the potential impact on the food industry if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed.
Expanded energy scheme “missed opportunity” to bolster food production, says NFU
The National Farmers’ Union has stated that Government missed the opportunity to ease financial pressures on food producers following the expansion of the BICS.
Shoppers opt for own-label products amid inflation rises
According to market research firm Circana, sales of own-brand grocery products could “further accelerate” as rising inflation causes brands to increase prices.
Tesco reports £3.15bn profit in 2024/25
In its financial results for the year ended 28th February 2026, UK supermarket Tesco achieved a group adjusted operating profit of £3.15 billion, up 0.6% on the year.
Kerrygold maintains “market-leading” position despite global volatility, says Ornua
Irish dairy co-operative Ornua published its financial results for the 12 months ending 27th December 2025, reporting a group turnover of €3.5 billion.
BRC finds Easter gatherings boosted March food sales
Food sales increased by 6.8% year-on-year in March, above the 12-month average of 4.3% growth, however, the outlook remains “uncertain” according to the British Retail Consortium.
Morrisons to cut staff at its head office
UK supermarket Morrisons has confirmed that a number of staff at its Bradford head office are at risk of redundancy as part of a restructure.
Nestlé appoints managing director for Food UK and Ireland
Food manufacturer Nestlé has appointed Ben Duncan to its senior leadership team as managing director for Food UK and Ireland.
High-sugar food items will be axed from school dinners, announces Government
Government has revealed that high-sugar and deep-fried food items will be removed from school dinner menus with the intention of tackling obesity.
M&S invests £2.1bn in British red meat
British lamb and beef will see a £2.1 billion investment as M&S Food confirms ten-year contracts with red meat suppliers ABP and Dunbia.
UK plant-based market “showing stagnation” – Circana report
Market research company Circana has detailed how the plant-based food industry still has “significant headroom for growth” despite being “firmly established” in Europe.
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.
What next for the British livestock sector?
In his overview, David Barton, NFU National Livestock Board chair, examines what needs to be done to support livestock farming in the UK for a resilient food chain from farm to fork.
Building stronger, smarter supply chains to tackle food scarcity
In the face of persistent disruption, businesses need effective strategies to manage supply chain risks, says Eamonn Woodcock, SCALA executive director.
Health isn’t ‘one size fits all’, and the data proves it
Bryony Perkins, senior insight analyst at The Institute of Grocery Distribution highlights the benefits of a nuanced approach to consumer engagement.
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