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Asda reports £21bn in sales for 2025
UK supermarket Asda has published its results for the full year ended 31st December 2025, reporting a fall in earnings while debt was reduced.
Food inflation is set to rise, warns IGD
The Institute of Grocery Distribution has released updated food inflation forecasts, warning that food inflation could briefly reach more than 8% by June 2026 if disruption to global energy markets persists.
Shirine Khoury-Haq steps down from Co-op CEO role
Co-op CEO Shirine Khoury-Haq has decided to step down after four years at the retailer, and Kate Allum has been appointed as the interim group CEO.
Senedd votes to restrict HFSS promotions in supermarkets
New rules about how and where foods high in fat, salt and sugar (HFSS) can be promoted and displayed in larger shops and online have been passed by the Welsh Government.
Business in the UK is “increasingly expensive”, says FDF
ONS has released the latest inflation figures, as FDF said pressure on businesses “shows no sign of easing”.
FSA partners with AI firm to identify food risks
FSA has partnered with British AI firm Aiimi to roll out a workplace search engine which will bring together the regulator’s data estate.
Morrisons closures to put 365 jobs at risk
UK supermarket Morrisons has proposed closures across a number of its store features, with 365 employees at risk of redundancy.
NFU says Food Strategy Board must prioritise growth
NFU has welcomed the establishment of the Food Strategy Advisory Board, but said for this to be successful it is “vital the right policy framework is in place”.
Nestlé sales decline amid “challenging macroeconomic context”
Global manufacturer Nestlé has reported a 2.9% decline in net profit for 2024, as sales fell by 1.8%.
Government forms Food Strategy Advisory Board with key industry leaders
Members of the food industry will join with Government each month to advise on a national food strategy, with Food Security Minister Daniel Zeichner MP acting as chair.
Sainsbury’s reveals 10-year partnership with Cranswick
Sainsbury’s and Cranswick have announced a new 10-year partnership that will see all Sainsbury’s British pork and cooked meats supplied through the UK producer.
Unilever sells The Vegetarian Butcher to Vivera
Plant-based food brand The Vegetarian Butcher has been acquired by Vivera from Unilever.
Welsh food exhibited at Foodex Japan
A delegation of Welsh food companies have visited Japan, promoting new economic partnerships between the two nations.
Macphie appoints new CEO
Food manufacturer Macphie has named Ed Widdowson as its chief executive officer as the company transitions to fourth-generation family leadership.
EFRA Committee urges Defra to improve supply chain fairness
EFRA Committee chair Alistair Carmichael has written to Food Security Minister Daniel Zeichner MP, detailing findings from its inquiry into ‘Fairness in the food supply chain’.
UK and Faroe Islands reach fishing opportunities agreement
The UK fishing industry will receive over 2,000 tonnes of fishing opportunities in Faroese waters, following annual negotiations with the Faroe Islands for 2025.
Yeo Valley acquires The Collective dairy brand
Dairy company Yeo Valley Production Limited has reached an agreement to acquire Epicurean Dairy (UK) Limited and The Collective brand in the UK.
Asda sales down by 3.4% in 2024
UK supermarket Asda has revealed that its total revenue declined by 0.8% in the year to 31st December 2024.
FDF Trade Snapshot finds “concerning gap” between imports and exports
A report from FDF has revealed that food export volumes to the bloc have declined by 34.1% since 2019.
Speciality Breads invests £20m in new bakery
Wholesaler Speciality Breads has announced a £20 million investment into a new ‘Bakery of the Future’ facility.
Awards Review
Find out all of the winners and finalists from the 2025 Food Management Industry Awards. The much anticipated event took place on Thursday 26th June at the 5-star Royal Garden Hotel, Kensington.
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