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Boparan Private Office announces acquisition of Brace’s Bakery
Family-owned Welsh bakery business Brace’s Bakery has been acquired by Boparan Private Office in a deal that will save hundreds of jobs at the company.
Asda announces results of “healthier choices” trials
Results from Asda’s two-year partnership with research organisation Nesta have shown its in-store trials have delivered sales growth in healthier products.
FDF urges Government not to make changes to Nutrient Profiling Model
The Food and Drink Federation has revealed that its members’ products have reduced salt content by 18%, sugar content by 19% and calories by 17% over the last five years.
Consumer price inflation falls on the month, finds ONS
According to figures from the Office for National Statistics food and drink made the largest downward contributions to the monthly change in consumer price inflation annual rates.
Meat Contacts 2026 now available to order
Meat Contacts, often referred to as the ‘Bible’ for the UK meat industry, is hot off the press and available to order for 2026.
Tesco signs AI deal with Mistral AI
UK food retailer Tesco has signed a three-year agreement with French start-up Mistral AI, as part of a broader strategy to bolster its use of artificial intelligence.
Food and drink exports fall by nearly a quarter, finds FDF
The Food and Drink Federation has found that food exports to the EU have fallen by 23.4% over the last five years when compared to the five-year period prior to Brexit.
Product entry and voting for FMT Food Industry Awards in full flood
The annual FMT Food Industry awards is well underway and will recognise the innovation, hard work and excellence of the UK food sector.
Food spending a “top priority”, finds PwC
According to consultancy firm PwC Festive Predictions Survey, UK consumers are set to spend £24.6 billion on celebrations over the Christmas period this year.
NFU Scotland urges Government to increase agriculture investment
National Farmers’ Union Scotland has urged Government to use the 2026-27 Budget to deliver an increase in investment in agriculture.
Mars’ acquisition of Kellanova approved by European Commission
Mars Incorporated has received unconditional regulatory approval from the European Commission for its acquisition of Kellanova.
Nestlé reclassifies Toffee Crisp coating as “chocolate flavoured”
Global manufacturer Nestlé has reformulated its Toffee Crisp and Blue Riband bars, with the products now described as being covered in a “milk chocolate flavour coating”.
Confidence “fragile” after Budget as food sales growth slows
The British Retail Consortium has reported that UK Black Friday sales were “dampened by pre-Budget jitters”, as food sales were below the 12-month average growth.
FSA appoints Chief Scientific Advisor
During a board meeting, the Food Standards Agency appointed Professor Ian Young as its Chief Scientific Advisor in a part-time capacity.
MP hears from plant-based producer on food industry challenges
Plant-based alternative producer Vion has met with local MP Kevin McKenna and the Provision Trade Federation to share its views on the challenges facing the food industry.
Magnum Ice Cream Company listed as it completes Unilever demerger
Ice cream producer the Magnum Ice Cream Company has been listed in London, Amsterdam and New York, as producer Glacier finds the European ice cream market worth €18.7 billion.
NFU urges Government to secure smoother trade during SPS negotiations
The National Farmers’ Union has called for UK Government to negotiate “appropriate transition periods” and certain exemptions to dynamic alignment.
Professor Susan Jebb to deliver City Food & Drink Lecture keynote address
The City Food & Drink Lecture has announced that Professor Susan Jebb OBE will deliver the keynote address at its 25th annual event.
Food inflation “holds steady”, finds Worldpanel
According to the latest Worldpanel by Numerator market figures, take-home sales rose below inflation by 3.4% over the month to 30th November.
IGD Economic Viewpoint report predicts “make or break” year ahead
In its latest Economic Viewpoint report ‘What to plan for in 2026’, The Institute of Grocery Distribution warns of persistent inflation and higher taxes for the food industry in 2026.
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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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