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Impact of GLP-1s on food sales is “significant”, finds Numerator
Research from Worldpanel by Numerator has found that the number of British households with a GLP-1 user has tripled in two years, with sales of crisps and chocolate “heavily impacted” by the increase.
Product entry deadline extended for Meat Awards
To accommodate as many products as possible, organisers of the annual meat industry awards have extended the final deadline for products to be nominated until Thursday 18th June.
FSA warns producer’s frozen food range “unsafe to eat”
The Food Standards Agency has issued a food alert after all frozen products from food producer Inarah’s Frozen Food Ltd were labelled as unsafe to eat.
HFSS laws could have “wide-reaching implications” for NI businesses
The Food Standards Agency has published research exploring the potential impact of HFSS legislation on businesses in Northern Ireland.
Food Industry Awards product entry deadline approaching
Organisers of the FMT Food Industry Awards are reminding the food sector to nominate products ahead of the fast-approaching deadline.
Greencore sauces and soups business acquired by The Compleat Food Group
The Compleat Food Group has completed the acquisition of Greencore’s sauces and soups business in Bristol, following approval from the Competition and Markets Authority.
Government to phase out cages for laying hens by 2032
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has announced new proposals to end the use of cages for laying hens.
Supermarkets reflect on Q3 trading and festive sales
Tesco, Sainsbury’s and M&S have taken a look back at trading during the third quarter, while also reporting increased sales as a result of the Christmas period.
ABF reports mixed trading across its food business
Food processor Associated British Foods has shared its trading update for the 16 weeks to 3rd January, describing its trading as “mixed”.
Waitrose set to open 360,000 sq ft distribution centre
Waitrose has announced that it will open a new distribution centre in the South West, claiming it will create over 550 new jobs in the region.
JDM Food Group acquired by Newly Weds Foods
Food manufacturer Newly Weds Foods has acquired JDM Food Group, aiming to strengthen its sauce and liquid capabilities.
NIQ finds shoppers spent £19.6bn over Christmas period
Global marketing research firm NielsenIQ has reported that total till sales at UK supermarkets grew by 3% in the four weeks ending 27th December 2025.
Former Morrisons executive appointed NFU director general
Sophie Throup, previous head of agriculture at Morrisons, has been appointed director general of the National Farmers’ Union.
AHDB predicts rise in nutrient-dense meals as GLP-1s gain popularity
According to the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board’s latest YouGov/AHDB Pulse survey, 85% of consumers believe diet is key to health.
Discounters see record sales during Christmas run-up
UK discounter Aldi has revealed that 2025 was its “best-ever” Christmas, as Lidl labelled it “record-breaking”.
HFSS advertising banned after 9pm
A ban on the advertising of so-called “junk” foods has been implemented across the UK, with all adverts for HFSS foods now banned on television before 9pm.
New Year Honours list recognises UK food industry
The 2026 New Year Honours list has recognised the achievements of people from across the UK, including key food industry figures.
Farm Profitability Review urges Government to partner with industry
Baroness Minette Batters’ Government-commissioned Farm Profitability Review has been published, setting out a number of recommendations on how Government can work with industry to strengthen farm businesses.
NFU Scotland urges retailers to curb “excessive” festive discounting
The farmers’ union has called on UK supermarkets to end the “damaging practice” of deep discounting on fresh produce at Christmas, which is said risks undermining the long-term viability of Scottish horticulture.
PML Seafrigo appoints Sean Smith as CEO
PML Seafrigo UK & Ireland has announced the departure of CEO Mike Parr, with Sean Smith appointed chief executive.
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.
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Consistency is key: temperature control solutions for food manufacturing
SPONSORED CONTENT: Keeping temperature under control throughout the food manufacturing process is vital to producing a quality end product, according to Reiser UK’s sales manager Ed Hewitt and meat specialist Volker Fahldieck.
Versatile solutions for alternative protein production
SPONSORED CONTENT: Paul Morican, sales team manager (UK and Ireland) of Handtmann talked to Food Management Today about the challenges of producing alternative protein products.
