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HAU seeks food industry view on waste reduction
Harper Adams University is seeking industry feedback on food waste, aiming to help shape a new global standard for reducing food waste.
Government to close EPR funding shortfall
PackUK has confirmed that there will be no change to disposal fees for Year 1 of the Extended Producer Responsibility for packaging, following a shortfall in reported tonnage.
Food businesses observe “deterioration” of conditions in Q4
The latest State of Industry report from the Food and Drink Federation has revealed that over the “crucial” Q4 trading period, confidence amongst food manufacturers remained low at -31%.
Arla writes to Government on challenges surrounding labour shortages
Dairy cooperative Arla Foods has urged Government to provide farmers with more support.
Sainsbury’s rethinks plastic packaging for bakery products
UK retailer Sainsbury’s has reduced plastic use across its in-store bakery products to decrease waste.
FDF Trade Snapshot highlights importance of EU trade
FDF has released its Trade Snapshot for H1 2024, finding that food and drink exports fell 6.1% to £11.2 billion compared to the same period last year.
Meat Industry Awards winners unveiled at exclusive ceremony
Members of the UK meat industry gathered at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole on 19th September to find out the winners of the 2024 Meat Management Industry Awards.
Mohsin Issa steps down from role as Asda CEO
UK supermarket Asda has announced that Mohsin Issa is stepping back from his executive leadership role to “focus on his role as sole CEO of EG Group”.
Bakkavor Spalding employees to strike over recent pay offer
Over 700 workers at a Bakkavor site in Spalding, Lincolnshire are set to take strike action.
Tesco may use AI to “nudge” consumers towards “healthier” purchases
UK supermarket Tesco may use AI to impact consumer decision making when doing the weekly shop, CEO Ken Murphy has said.
Finalists unveiled in 2024 Women In Meat Industry Awards
The 2024 Women In Meat Industry Awards voting period has concluded, with the full list of finalists now online.
Ornua reports “stable sales volumes” as turnover increases
UK dairy co-operative Ornua Foods UK has published its operating and financial results for the year ended 30th December 2023.
Deliciously Ella acquired by Hero Group
Swiss food manufacturer the Hero Group has acquired plant-based food brand Deliciously Ella for an undisclosed sum.
FDF requests £4m to help SMEs with product reformulation
FDF has asked that Government provide further funding for product reformulation.
HFSS advertising ban to be implemented in October 2025
The Government has confirmed that it will implement a ban on HFSS food advertising before 9pm.
Prima Bakeries Group acquires biscuit manufacturer Furniss
Cornwall-based Prima Bakeries Group has announced its purchase of biscuit manufacturer Furniss of Cornwall for an undisclosed sum.
Plant-Ex Ingredients receives £9m investment
Plant-Ex Ingredients has secured £9 million in funding from UK investment firm BGF to facilitate its international expansion.
AHDB conference to explore consumer retail trends
AHDB has invited farmers, processors, retailers and industry stakeholders to a retail conference in October.
NFU urges Government to increase agriculture spending
NFU has called for Government action as it labels underspending from the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs a “kick in the teeth”.
Sales of back to school grocery products on the rise, finds Kantar
Market research firm Kantar has reported that sales of cereal bars and fromage frais have lifted as children return to eating packed lunches.
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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