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Danone calls for clarity in UK nutrition classification system
Global food manufacturer Danone has published a report calling for a consistent definition of “healthy food” to end consumer confusion.
Cheddar market sees “signs of recovery”, AHDB finds
Analysis from the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board has found that plummeting dairy commodity prices “may have found a floor”.
BRC finds cost of Government policy driving retail prices
The British Retail Consortium reported a rise in food inflation in January to 3.9%, which was above the three-month average of 3.4%.
NFU Scotland manifesto calls for better access to skilled workers
As part of its newly published 2024 General Election Manifesto, NFU Scotland has outlined its key asks of UK parliamentary candidates.
AHDB appoints Richard Hampton as director of international trade
Richard Hampton has been appointed international trade development director for the AHDB, with his term starting 3rd June.
Red meat highlighted as “nutrient-dense food” in review
QMS has commented on a review considering the effects of varying intake of micronutrients resulting from changes in dietary intakes.
“Inflation pressures lessened” says Tesco boss in 2023/24 preliminary results
UK supermarket Tesco has released its preliminary results for the 2023/24 year, reporting that inflation pressures had “lessened substantially”.
Food equipment supplier Lyras appoints new CEO
Machinery supplier Lyras has appointed Mark Kalhøj Andersen as its new chief executive officer.
Early Easter spending drove uplift in March food sales
BRC has released data from the five weeks ending 30th March 2024, commenting that retail growth was “largely driven” by an early Easter.
Simon Harrison is new Princes Group chief executive
International food manufacturer Princes Group has appointed Simon Harrison as chief executive officer.
Morrisons opens £1.4m Greenside Innovation Centre
UK supermarket Morrisons has officially opened its Greenside on-site innovation centre as part of an investment programme.
Former Tesco boss becomes John Lewis Partnership chairman
The John Lewis Partnership has announced that Jason Tarry will be appointed chairman following Sharon White’s departure.
Bako acquires ingredients manufacturer Finlay’s Foods
Ingredients supplier Bako has acquired manufacturer Finlay’s Foods for an undisclosed sum.
FSA launches consultation on authorisation process for novel foods and GMOs
The Food Standards Agency has launched a consultation on proposed reforms to the regulated products authorisation process.
Import charges will “cripple” industry, says Fresh Produce Consortium
Following the Government’s announcement of new Common User Charges, FPC has called it a “thinly veiled tax on the industry”.
Michel Roux Jr interview: the secret to success and sardines
Michelin-star chef Michel Roux Jr discusses culinary innovation and food shopping staples ahead of the FMT Industry Awards in June.
UK food industry voices concern over last-minute import charges
Industry has responded to the Government’s publication of Common User Charge rates and eligibility, criticising the potential impacts.
Supermarkets announce commitments to price cuts
UK supermarkets have committed to lowering their prices, as Sainsbury’s, Waitrose and Aldi have all announced investments into price cuts for 2024.
Retailers provide “cracking deals” as cocoa prices remain high – BRC
BRC has reported that Easter treats were more expensive in 2024 due to high cocoa and sugar prices, as food inflation decelerated.
Farming Minister knighted as part of Rishi Sunak honours list
Following the reveal of a ‘surprise’ honours list, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced that Farming Minister Mark Spencer will receive a Knighthood.
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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