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IGD highlights key food industry trends in report
The Institute of Grocery Distribution has launched its Global Retail Trends 2026 report, identifying seven trends that it believes will “define the direction of the food and grocery industry”.
UK food sector to benefit from export opportunities, says Defra
Defra has announced that British food producers will benefit from export opportunities estimated to be worth nearly £100 million.
FSA finds “no evidence” that removing nitrites makes processed meat safer
The Food Standards Agency met with pressure group Coalition Against Nitrites, rejecting its aim to remove nitrites from foods.
Sarah Bradbury appointed as new IGD chief executive
IGD has appointed Sarah Bradbury as its new CEO, effective from 3rd July 2023. She succeeds Susan Barratt, who is stepping down in June 2023.
Food industry mergers and acquisition activity rebounded in last quarter of 2022
New research has found that, despite a challenging year, food and beverage M&A activity rebounded in the last quarter of 2022.
Flagship food sector programme to help jobseekers gets off to flying start
A fast-track job scheme designed to remove barriers to enter the food and drink industry has seen over 1,000 training opportunities created.
UK’s leading comedian / magician to host 2023 FMT Food Awards Ceremony
Leading comedian / magician, Pete Firman is to host the FMT Food Industry Awards dinner in London on 6th June.
Lidl GB commits to halving environmental impact of average UK shopping basket
Lidl GB has become the first discounter to sign WWF’s Retailers’ Commitment for Nature.
Lack of EPR preparedness revealed in a new survey
Many UK businesses still view their packaging data collection capability as a “work in progress”, according to a new survey by Ecoveritas.
BFFF supports Food Waste Action Week
The BFFF says it is supporting and championing the WRAP Food Waste Action Week taking place from 6th – 12th March.
Welsh food and drink businesses set sights on Asia
Welsh food and drink companies will be in Tokyo this week at Foodex Japan, one of Asia’s largest international food and drink exhibitions.
Barnsley bakery finds recipe for growth
A family-run Barnsley bakery, which was left fighting for its existence, has proved it has the appetite for growth and is setting its sights on doubling its turnover.
FDEA releases insights for UK food exporters on global trends and export operations
The FDEA has produced two new Insight Reports for UK food and drink exporters on global trends and markets and export operations.
FSA consumer survey reveals most recent changes to eating habits
An FSA survey shows that most people surveyed had made changes to their eating habits in the last year, many being for financial reasons.
UK food and drink exports hit record highs in 2022
The UK’s largest manufacturing sector has posted record figures for exports in 2022, according to the latest FDF full-year trade snapshot.
Supermarket competition to retain shoppers heats up
Ocado has announced a new price-matching scheme on more than 10,000 Tesco items as supermarkets move to retain price savvy customers.
NFU launches ambitious growth strategy for UK horticulture
Against the backdrop of empty supermarket shelves, the NFU has launched a strategy to boost UK horticulture.
Extra £2.5m to fight antimicrobial resistance in animals in Wales
£2.5 million is being provided to continue the work of controlling antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in animals in Wales.
Quarter of British shoppers struggling as inflation reaches 17%
Grocery price inflation rose again to reach 17.1% in the four weeks to 19th February 2023, the highest level ever recorded by Kantar.
New milk processing facility for Pembrokeshire
The Welsh Government and Pembrokeshire County Council have sold land for the development of a new milk-processing facility.
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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