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Waitrose expands nitrite-free range as consumer appetite “accelerates”
Waitrose has expanded its ‘Made Without Nitrites’ range by launching gammon and bacon products into the range.
Greggs proposes closure of four UK manufacturing sites
UK bakery brand Greggs has announced its intention to close four manufacturing facilities, which could result in 740 employees being made redundant.
Pip & Nut achieves £26.4m revenue
Food brand Pip & Nut has reported a 50% increase in revenue on the year as it moves into operating profit for the first time.
Industry warned of cost pressures due to extreme weather and global conflicts
The Institute of Grocery Distribution has released its food inflation forecasts, expecting supply chain pressures to drive higher inflation in 2027 and 2028.
Samworth Brothers fined £600k after two workers injured
Food manufacturer Samworth Brothers has been fined after two workers suffered injuries while carrying out maintenance work.
Avara Foods to invest £100m in supply chain
Avara Foods has announced a £100 million investment into its poultry facilities, which it said would introduce “next-generation technology” to the business and support growth in the long-term.
Pladis reports annual revenue of £3.27bn
In its annual report for the year ended 31st December 2025, global snacking company pladis has reported a 1.2% revenue increase to reach £3.27 billion.
Morrisons achieves £4.1bn sales in Q3
Morrisons has published its Q3 trading results for the 13 weeks ended 26th July 2026, reporting total sales of £4.1 billion.
Hybrid meat hits Lidl shelves
Discounter Lidl has launched a hybrid meat range, combining meat with plant-based pea protein across a range of burger, sausage, mince and meatball products.
Confectionery has downward effect on food inflation rate
The Office for National Statistics has published the latest consumer price inflation data, finding that confectionery, sugar and jam had small downward effects on the annual inflation rate.
Sales of lunchbox staples increase as school term begins
Worldpanel by Numerator has published the latest grocery share data, which reported take-home grocery sales increasing by 2% in the four weeks to 6th September 2026.
Food manufacturers to begin publishing healthy food sales data
UK food manufacturers have signed a letter to say that they will introduce healthy food sales reporting from 2027, ahead of any mandatory requirements.
Government bans deep-fried food on school menus and increases fibre
School food standards have been updated for the first time since 2015 in a bid to encourage healthier eating in schoolchildren.
IGD report finds own-brand “closing the gap” on quality and trust
The Institute of Grocery Distribution has urged food manufacturers to focus on proving their added value by focusing on brand visibility and innovation.
ABF reports “resilient” trading after Hovis acquisition
Associated British Foods has said that its integration of its bakeries business is “progressing at pace” following its acquisition of Hovis.
NFU Scotland urges MPs to tackle rising business costs
National Farmers’ Union Scotland has warned MPs of concerns facing Scottish producers as the Autumn Budget nears.
Waitrose achieves £4.3bn sales in H1
UK retailer Waitrose has posted its unaudited interim results for the 26 weeks ended 1st August 2026, reporting a 4% growth in sales.
FDF calls for Government to relieve immediate regulatory pressure
According to the latest forecast from the Food and Drink Federation, food inflation is expected to be higher than historical averages throughout 2027.
LEAF Marque appoints Jonathan Ralling as director
Linking Environment and Farming has appointed Jonathan Ralling as director of LEAF Marque as it develops its environmental assurance system.
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.
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The heat is on
Government failure to act now to support the UK’s whole food supply chain will have far-reaching consequences, says PTF director general Rod Addy.
“Resilience is not an unlimited resource”
NFU acting Livestock Board chair Clare Wise calls for Government to step in to help farmers facing unprecedented pressures from drought, disease and rising costs.
Yandell Publishing marks 40 years in food media
Family-owned business Yandell Publishing, the company behind specialist media and events brands including Food Management Today and Meat Management, is celebrating its 40th anniversary this month.
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