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Olive oil prices fall as ONS reports latest inflation rates
The Food and Drink Federation has revealed that food and non-alcoholic drink prices increased by 3.3% in the 12 months to February 2026, down from 3.6% in the 12 months to January.
Food Industry Awards 2026 finalist shortlist revealed
The finalists in the 2026 FMT Food Industry Awards have officially been unveiled across 15 different categories, as excitement builds for this year’s awards ceremony.
Porridge products recalled over mouse contamination
Moma Foods has recalled its porridge pots and sachet products following a mouse contamination at its manufacturing site.
AIMS commences legal action on FSA levy charges
AIMS has criticised FSA for the charges it is levying on the meat industry, and has commenced legal action.
City Food & Drink Lecture 2025: Keynote speaker highlights primary importance of food security
In this year’s City Food & Drink Lecture, keynote speaker John Shropshire OBE, G’s Group chairman, shared his vision for the future of UK food production.
NFU calls Defra’s closure of SFI applications a “shattering blow” to farmers
Without warning, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has halted all Sustainable Farming Incentive applications.
The Real Yorkshire Pudding Co acquired by The Compleat Food Group
Food manufacturer The Compleat Food Group has acquired The Real Yorkshire Pudding Co for an undisclosed sum.
Waitrose reveals £500,000 farmer fund
UK supermarket Waitrose has launched a £500,000 fund to support British farmers in their transition to net zero emissions.
AHDB research shows meat-free product sales in decline
Data from AHDB has found that meat-free products has their fourth consecutive year of decline, while fish, meat and poultry products experienced growth.
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Sysco spotlights UK food supply chain in Westminster
UK foodservice wholesaler Sysco GB held a parliamentary reception in Westminster to highlight the importance of the UK’s food supply chain.
Ocado data shows demand is up for high-protein foods
Searches for high-protein sources are increasing as consumers shift away from so-called ultra-processed foods, according to data from Ocado.
Consumers spend £137m on fresh ready meals in February
A report from NielsenIQ has found that during February, fish, meat and poultry was the fastest growing category, while ready meal options were favoured by consumers.
Food Industry Awards announce Gary Wilmot to host 2025 ceremony
The FMT Food Industry Awards will be bursting with laughter on 26th June when comedian, actor and songman Gary Wilmot takes to the stage to host the 2025 ceremony.
Food inflation increases to 2.1% in February
Figures from the British Retail Consortium reveal food price inflation increased in February.
Consumers use online retailers more following the pandemic
According to the latest Kantar grocery figures, shopping trips remained below pre-pandemic times as households made less visits to the supermarket.
Danone sees sales increase on the year
Global manufacturer Danone has released its full year results for 2024, reporting “strong momentum” in its protein category.
AHDB expects cereal and oilseed imports to remain high
Research from AHDB has found that following an overall smaller cereal harvest in 2024, the UK has a greater reliance on imported grain in the 2024/25 year.
Beyond Meat to cut jobs as part of “cost-reduction initiatives”
Plant based brand Beyond Meat has announced it will reduce its workforce in Europe and North America, as well as suspending its operational activities in China.
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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