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Sainsbury’s achieves operating profit of £504m
UK supermarket Sainsbury’s has released its interim results for the 28 weeks ended 13th September 2025, reporting profits “ahead of expectations”.
Seasonal Worker Scheme visa numbers confirmed
The number of visas allocated for the 2026 SWS has been announced following a meeting between NFU president Tom Bradshaw and Farming Minister Dame Angela Eagle.
AHDB identifies dairy export opportunities in the Middle East
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board has revealed that investment in the Middle East “could help fuel medium and long-term export growth opportunities” for British dairy exports.
ActionZero announces €3m partnership with Dunbia
Irish-owned climate technology company ActionZero has announced a new partnership with one of Europe’s leading food companies.
Scottish Baker of the Year 2023/24 shortlist announced
The top bakers in Scotland have made it to the shortlist of the Scottish Baker of the Year Awards following the annual judging day held in Dunfermline earlier this month.
New MD for Nestlé Confectionery in the UK & Ireland
Nestlé has appointed Mark Davies as managing director for Nestlé Confectionery in the UK & Ireland.
Black Sea grain export deal extended
The Black Sea deal, which was brokered by the UN and Turkey in the summer of 2022, allowing Ukraine to export grain through the Black Sea, has been extended.
KTC acquires Cardowan Creameries
KTC (Edibles) Limited (‘KTC’), a UK supplier of edible oils to foodservice, wholesalers and food manufacturers, has acquired Cardowan Creameries Limited.
Cultivate programme returns to help agri-food start-ups
A ‘pre-accelerator’ programme which has boosted agri-tech and agri-food start-ups across the UK is set to welcome its latest entrants this spring.
Mixed reaction to Chancellor’s Spring Budget
There has been a mixed reaction to the Chancellor’s Budget Statement from food industry organisations.
ACI novel food applications validated
The Association for the Cannabinoid Industry’s novel foods applications have been validated by the Food Standards Agency.
Food industry continues to suffer labour and skills shortages
According to the FDF the food and drink industry lost 3,000 jobs in Q4, following a decline in employment of 7,000 jobs in the preceding quarter.
Cold chain urges Government to extend climate change agreement scheme
The Cold Chain Federation is urging Government to use the Spring Budget to extend the Climate Change Agreement scheme beyond 2025.
New report predicts food and agriculture industry will stabilise in 2023
New report looks at what food and agriculture sectors and associated industries can expect into 2023.
British farming to reach 10% of primary schools through NFU live lessons
Students in primary schools are stepping into farmers’ shoes as they take part in NFU Education’s live lessons during British Science Week.
Calls for Government to develop food packaging framework
Tetra Pak and a group of industry specialists want a framework for environmental labelling on food to support consumer choices.
Chancellor urged to prioritise food production in Spring Budget
Ahead of the Budget the NFU has called for greater support for domestic food production as costs continue to soar.
Industry consultation starts on ‘fair and equitable’ Seafish levy
Seafish has begun consulting with its levy payers and the wider seafood industry on its proposals for a new levy model.
Booths is retailer at centre of cooked meats incident
Booths supermarket revealed as retailer of mislabelled cooked meat products, but is not being investigated by the NCFU.
Food and drink gateway launched by FDF
The FDF has a new one-stop online tool to connect food businesses with a range of advice and expertise.
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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