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Ocado observes “surge” in frozen food sales
Online retailer Ocado Retail has released data showing sales of frozen products are up 18% year-on-year, stating that the freezer aisle is “having a renaissance”.
Helen Herniman appointed AHDB CEO
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board has appointed Helen Herniman as its chief executive and accounting officer.
Rolinson Group partners with Peschl Hygiene
Rolinson Group has unveiled an exclusive agency agreement, adding Peschl Hygiene to its growing portfolio after launching the business in April.
Consumption of meat gets significant boost following new UN report
The UN has outlined some of the key nutritional benefits of terrestrial animal source food (TASF), looking specifically at its nutrient and bioactive composition.
Ocado to close its oldest distribution centre
Ocado is to close its oldest distribution warehouse in Hatfield, which will put 2,300 jobs at risk.
Grocery price inflation dips but too soon to call the peak, says Kantar
Grocery price inflation rose by 17.3% in the four weeks to 16th April 2023, down marginally on the 17.5% recorded in the previous four weeks.
Former Asda CEO leads consortium in takeover of online meat retailer, Farmison
The online meat retailer, Farmison & Co has been acquired by Yorkshire consortium led by retailer Andy Clarke, former CEO of Asda.
Nestlé to create a joint venture for frozen pizza in Europe
Nestlé and private equity firm PAI Partners have set up a joint venture for Nestlé’s frozen pizza business in Europe.
Brakes announces a 6-month price hold on 1,850 products
Brakes, a foodservice wholesaler, owned by Sysco, has announced it is holding prices on 1,850 own brand frozen and ambient products until October 2023.
Ecoveritas warns Plastic Tax fine-tuning should not be about boosting government revenue
An environmental compliance specialist has urged businesses to take heed of HMRC’s move to penalise non-compliant businesses regarding the Plastic Packaging Tax.
Welsh companies looking to tackle French food and drink market
Welsh food and drink companies are hoping to strengthen and build ties with prospective partners and investors.
Collaboration unveiled in boost to Welsh agri-food economy
A partnership between Grŵp Llandrillo Menai and AMRC Cymru, aims to transform the rural economy for the agri-food sector in Wales.
Wrights invests £1.3m in environmentally friendly fleet
Food manufacturing specialist Wrights has announced a £1.3m investment in a fleet of environmentally friendly vehicles.
Cost of food at a 45-year high although overall inflation has fallen
The average price for food in the UK has seen its most dramatic increase in more than 45 years but overall inflation has fallen slightly to 10.1% in the year to March.
Cost cutting efforts boost demand for simpler meals, says Bakkavor report
New findings from Bakkavor’s quarterly State of the Nation Report show Brits are spending more time planning their shop.
Marlow Foods sets up ingredients division to make mycoprotein available to others
Marlow Foods, parent company of Quorn, has announced plans to make the super protein in Quorn, mycoprotein, available to other food and beverage manufacturers.
Seafood on show in Barcelona
Four North Wales seafood companies will be looking to make waves at the industry’s biggest global event in Barcelona next week.
Latest Kantar figures reveal frozen food sales boost
Sales of frozen food have seen a boost in the last few months, according to data from Kantar.
Aldi voted UK’s cheapest supermarket again by Which?
Latest research from consumer group Which? has found Aldi to be the cheapest UK supermarket for the tenth consecutive month.
IGD report suggests actions for more sustainable supermarket packaging
A free IGD report aims to help industry take action and refocus sustainability efforts on packaging solutions that have the greatest positive impact.
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