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Manufacturers increasing organic ingredients in products
Research from food technology firm Point74 revealed that there has been an increase in organic ingredients being used across mainstream food product development.
Asda Q1 2026 results show performance “edging forwards”
Q1 results show total sales revenues at Asda fell by 1.5% year-on-year, but improved like-for-like sales over the period offer some relief.
M&S to double frozen range as it targets weekly family shop
Marks & Spencer has announced an expansion of its frozen offering as part of its strategy to attract more family shoppers, starting with the transformation of its own-label ice cream range.
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.
Bernard McAuley appointed Bako managing director
Ingredients supplier Bako has appointed Bernard McAuley as its managing director, as the company aims to expand across the UK and Ireland bakery and foodservice markets.
PTF finds “unusual pressures” impacting UK food supply chain
In a submission to a cross party Parliamentary group, the Provision Trade Federation has set out that the UK Government “must take food supply more seriously”.
The Provision Trade Benevolent Institution marks its 190th year
One of Britain’s oldest benevolent societies, the Provision Trade Benevolent Institution is celebrating its 190th anniversary this year.
Supermarkets urge Chancellor to address “industry tax burden”
UK supermarkets have written to Chancellor Rachel Reeves in a letter organised by the British Retail Consortium, urging her to exclude shops from the proposed business rates surtax.
Aldi stocks the most Scottish produce, says NFU Scotland
National Farmers’ Union Scotland has named Aldi as Scotland’s leading supermarket for Scottish sourcing following its latest ShelfWatch 2025 Mid-Year Report.
UK Sausage Week awards lunch photo gallery
The UK Sausage Week luncheon and awards presentation took place at Butchers’ Hall in London, and photographs from the celebratory event are now available to view online.
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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