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Tesco signs AI deal with Mistral AI
UK food retailer Tesco has signed a three-year agreement with French start-up Mistral AI, as part of a broader strategy to bolster its use of artificial intelligence.
Food and drink exports fall by nearly a quarter, finds FDF
The Food and Drink Federation has found that food exports to the EU have fallen by 23.4% over the last five years when compared to the five-year period prior to Brexit.
Product entry and voting for FMT Food Industry Awards in full flood
The annual FMT Food Industry awards is well underway and will recognise the innovation, hard work and excellence of the UK food sector.
AHDB announces new CEO Graham Wilkinson
Graham Wilkinson has been announced as the new chief executive officer of the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board.
Meat alternative company Quorn sees drop in retail sales
UK meat alternative producer Quorn has reported operating losses of £12.5 million in 2022, while parent company Monde Nissin’s revenue increased.
Food industry responds to Chancellor’s Autumn Statement
The food industry has responded to the Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s 2023 Autumn Statement, which announced policies including a new six-year Climate Change Agreement scheme.
Cold Chain Federation appoints new CEO
UK cold chain trade body the Cold Chain Federation (CCF) has announced that Phil Pluck has been appointed as its new chief executive.
Product nominations now open in 2024 Food Industry Awards
Organisers of the annual FMT Food Industry Awards are reporting a wide range of incoming product nominations as well as category voting.
Consumers turning to frozen food as BFFF celebrates 75 years
BFFF president Ian Stone told the trade body’s annual luncheon that consumers have a new-found enthusiasm for frozen foods.
Allan Wilkinson announced as new City Food & Drink Lecture chair
The City Food & Drink Lecture has announced the appointment of Allan Wilkinson as its new chair as the event celebrates its 23rd year.
UK agri-food attachés welcomed at 10 Downing Street
The UK’s agri-food and drink attachés were welcomed to 10 Downing Street on Monday 20th November.
NFU calls for Government to “ensure fairness” in the food chain
The NFU has urged Government to deliver on its promises to back British farming by “ensuring fairness in food supply chains”.
Tate & Lyle report finds 65% of consumers want bakery favourites reformulated
Tate & Lyle has released a report focused on the bakery sector, revealing that more shoppers are looking for additional nutritional benefits.
Women In Meat Industry Awards 2023: winners announced
The Women In Meat Industry Awards returned for 2023, culminating in a black-tie dinner and awards ceremony, where 12 winners were announced.
Mars to acquire Hotel Chocolat for £534m
Global confectionary and pet food manufacturer Mars is set to acquire UK chocolate manufacturer Hotel Chocolat for the sum of £534 million.
New UK Energy Benchmarks for cold stores announced by CCF
CCF has revealed new Energy Benchmarks for the UK cold chain to help compare the energy usage of their cold stores with similar facilities.
Women In Meat Industry Awards returns tonight in London
The Women In Meat Industry Awards return tonight to the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London, with celebrity guest Jennie Bond to host the ceremony.
FDF requests more investment in food industry following latest inflation figures
The FDF has responded to the latest food inflation figures, urging the Government to review the conditions for investment in the food sector.
Tesco trials new scan-free checkouts in Fulham GetGo store
UK retailer Tesco is trialling new technology that will allow customers to checkout on self-service tills without scanning their items.
Asda reports revenue of £5.4 billion for Q3 following ‘price drop’ campaigns
Asda has reported its Q3 performance over the three months to the end of September 2023, reporting revenues of £5.4 billion.
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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