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Danone spotlights dairy in “strong” Q1 results
Global food manufacturer Danone has reported sales of €6,708 million during the first quarter, up by 2.7% on a like-for-like basis.
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.
Lidl aligns with EAT-Lancet Planetary Health Diet
UK discounter Lidl GB has published its ‘Beyond the Basket’ sustainability report, which showed “strong progress” across its goals for healthy and sustainable diets.
Premier Foods Sweet Treats category achieves £115.6m revenue
In its half year results for the 26 weeks ended 27th September 2025, UK producer Premier Foods reported a 1.9% increase in headline branded revenue.
Ocado observes “surge” in frozen food sales
Online retailer Ocado Retail has released data showing sales of frozen products are up 18% year-on-year, stating that the freezer aisle is “having a renaissance”.
Helen Herniman appointed AHDB CEO
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board has appointed Helen Herniman as its chief executive and accounting officer.
Rolinson Group partners with Peschl Hygiene
Rolinson Group has unveiled an exclusive agency agreement, adding Peschl Hygiene to its growing portfolio after launching the business in April.
Princes achieves £1.4bn revenue during “milestone period”
Global food producer Princes Group Plc has published its trading update for the nine months ended 30th September 2025.
Worldpanel predicts “new sales record” at supermarkets this Christmas
According to the latest Worldpanel by Numerator UK grocery market share, retailers’ premium lines are set to make over £1 billion in sales over the Christmas period.
M&S achieves “strong” sales performance after “substantial disruption” in 2025
Retailer Marks & Spencer saw food sales rise by 7.8% in its half year results for the 26 weeks ended 27th September 2025.
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 reported a 12% decline in adjusted operating profit as part of its full year results to 13th September 2025.
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.
IGD highlights key food industry trends in report
The Institute of Grocery Distribution has launched its Global Retail Trends 2026 report, identifying seven trends that it believes will “define the direction of the food and grocery industry”.
UK food sector to benefit from export opportunities, says Defra
Defra has announced that British food producers will benefit from export opportunities estimated to be worth nearly £100 million.
FSA finds “no evidence” that removing nitrites makes processed meat safer
The Food Standards Agency met with pressure group Coalition Against Nitrites, rejecting its aim to remove nitrites from foods.
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