Nestlé has announced plans to shut its factory in Fawdon, as the company moves production of its staples to mainland Europe.

Marks & Spencer (M&S) and Aldi have confirmed that a settlement has been made over the former’s legal action against Aldi’s rival bug-shaped cake.

Food price rises in January marked the highest rate of inflation since October 2013.

Organisers of the City Food Lecture have revealed the line-up of its 21st annual event, scheduled for Thursday 17th February at the Guild Hall in London.

The carbon dioxide (CO2) industry has struck a deal to ensure sectors such as food manufacturing and processing are supplied, avoiding potential shortages.

According to the latest Kantar figures, like-for-like grocery price inflation, currently around 3.8%, could add an extra £180 to the average household’s annual grocery bill.

GMB Trade Union has begun balloting Asda distribution workers over a new pay offer.