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AHDB forecasts 2025 Christmas food will centre around convenience
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board has made its festive food predictions, anticipating “timeless traditions” blended with “modern convenience” during Christmas 2025.
Ocean Fish Group acquired by Fortuna
Falkland Islands-based fishing service company Fortuna Ltd has acquired the Ocean Fish Group, aiming to support the expansion and development of the Cornish fishing group.
Lidl releases socioeconomic report as 1,000th store opens
UK discounter Lidl has published its first socioeconomic impact report, claiming that it delivered £14.5 billion in gross value added to the British economy in FY24.
Wheat prices jump up following Russian attack on Port of Odesa
Ukraine grain export infrastructure has been hit by Russian missile attacks, destroying around 60,000 tonnes of grain. Global commodity prices have already increased as a result.
Global sugar prices will continue to increase, latest research finds
According to research firm The Smart Cube, sugar prices have risen by 41.9% from June 2022 to June 2023, and it appears they will continue to rise.
Food school to open in historic Billingsgate Fish Market
A new food school is to be launched by the City of London Corporation at the historic Billingsgate Fish Market site.
Biggest drop in grocery price inflation since the peak as supermarket promotions pick up
Grocery price inflation has seen its steepest decline since inflation peaked in March, whilst grocery sales grew by 10.4% compared with 12 months ago.
Last Ukraine ship sets sail as Russia leaves grain deal
The last ship to sail under the Black Sea Grain Initiative has left the country’s port of Odesa on the Black Sea. Russia has confirmed it will not renew the agreement.
Consultations on Fisheries Management Plans (FMPs) in England and Wales published
Public consultations on Wales and England’s Fisheries Management Plans (FMPs) have been published.
Aspartame ruled safe to consume by WHO
The assessment of the non-sugar sweetener aspartame has been released, ruling that the daily intake recommendation will remain the same.
Sainsbury’s expands Nectar Prices to include fish and meat products
UK retailer Sainsbury’s has expanded its Nectar Prices to meat and fish, offering up to a third off across a range of products.
Revolution Kitchen enters formal consultation regarding closure of its vegan food site
Revolution Kitchen, a vegan food producer, has entered a formal consultation regarding the closure of its Melton Mowbray site.
Microwave named most efficient cooking appliance in Campden BRI study
Campden BRI has performed a number of trials on food products in order to determine which conventional method of cooking uses the least energy and is the most cost-effective.
AHDB looks for new CEO as Rycroft stands down
Tim Rycroft, CEO of the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB), has decided to step down from his position at the end of 2023.
Fresh Produce Consortium boss warns Government over TOM plans
The chief executive of the UK’s Fresh Produce Consortium has urged Government to heed the Consortium’s warnings concerning its Target Operating Model.
Brennan to step down as CCF CEO
The Cold Chain Federation (CCF) Board of Directors has begun the search for its next chief executive to succeed Shane Brennan.
FSA launches consultation on further legal powers for NFCU
The FSA has launched a new consultation on proposed additional investigatory powers, seeking opinion from food sector partners.
Meat industry trade body says Britain’s labour shortage is “not an easy problem to fix”
Companies within the British meat industry are facing one-off costs of up to £15,000 to bring in staff from far afield.
FAO predicts global agriculture growth to increase at slower pace
Food production is set to increase at a slower pace of growth over the next 10 years due to demographic trends, the FAO has revealed.
Latest research finds UK consumers demand transparency on carbon labelling
Research from Bord Bia has found that 61% of UK consumers have expressed a lack of trust in claims surrounding carbon footprinting.
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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