- An investigation into GXOâs purchase of Wincanton has concluded that the deal could reduce competition within the UK contract logistics services market.
- VK and Hooch owner Global Brands has partnered with American Beverage Marketers (ABM) to serve as the US firmsâ official distributor throughout Great Britain.
- National Farmers Union (NFU) Scotland has called for a radical overhaul of the regulatory framework governing food labels as less than half of consumers felt they knew enough about the origins of the food they buy.
- The New York State Supreme Court has dismissed a lawsuit filed against PepsiCo regarding plastic pollution in the Buffalo River.
- Thousands more SME businesses will benefit from Made Smarter funding as UK Government commits to spending Â16m to extend its technology adoption programme.
- Peanut butter brand ManiLife has announced plans to open a Â1m production facility in Shirebrook, Derbyshire.
- A man has been arrested in connection with the theft of 22 tonnes of cheese from Nealâs Yard Dairy.
- The founder and director of Juno Bamboo Water Guillaume Poncet takes us behind the scenes and explains what its like running a startup in the drinks industry.
- October has been chocked full of senior appointments in the food and drink manufacturing industry. We track the people on the move in the past month in this round-up of senior hires in the sector.
- Agricultural technology provider LettUs Grow has opened up its new innovation centre in Bristol for the first time.
- Food Manufacture rounds up the major new product development launches that took place during October 2024.
- Cadman Capital Group has acquired craft brewer Aglesey Ales as its founders retire.
- UK manufacturer of sauces, salsas and condiments Panesar Foods has been acquired by Finnish F&B firm Paulig.
- Hilton Macarons â a national supplier of hand-made, gluten-free sweet treats â has been acquired by East Anglian bakery group Two Magpies.
- In a one-on-one interview with Food Manufactureâs editor, Baroness Walmsley discusses the recommendations laid out in the Food, Diet and Obesity Committeeâs Recipe for Health report.
- Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have become co-owners of Wrexham Lager after purchasing a stake in the Welsh brewer.
- Baked goods manufacturer Cupcakes By Sophia was one on 23 new companies to have secured grants from Made Smarter.
- Figures from across the food and drink manufacturing sector have reacted to the 2024 Autumn Budget, announced on 30 October by chancellor Rachel Reeves.
- A Hampshire farm operator has been handed a suspended prison sentence after a worker fell to their death.
- C&C Group has reported a 29% increase in underlying group operating profit for the six months to 31 August 2024.
- Chapel and Swan Smokehouse in Suffolk was target of similar fraud to Neal’s Yard Dairy cheesemakers The owner of a smoked salmon firm who lost tens of thousands of pounds in a similar scam to the one that defrauded Neal’s Yard Dairy has...
- The beverage company, known for its quirky flavors, will be run on an interim basis by its chairman as it searches for another executive to take over the top post.
- Amid sluggish spending in US, Europe and China, sales fell by 1.5% between July and September McDonald’s has posted another bigger than expected drop in sales as demand continues to slow, despite attempts to lure customers back with...
- The Irish brewer said increased investment will help grow the reach of Guinness 0.0 as consumers increasingly opt to moderate their drinking.
- The union representing the employees sharply criticized the closure, noting that the beverage giant failed to provide the required 60-day notice.
- Importers also facing rising costs, delays and damage to orders, letter from representatives tells government New Brexit border checks are reducing consumer choice and compromising Britain’s food security, according to fresh produce...
- Through the partnership, the Darigold brand will be available in Meijer locations throughout the Midwest, including Darigold FIT Whole milk, 2%, and Chocolate.
- Owners of Neal’s Yard Dairy say they have heard from ‘a lot of incredible people’ since losing 950 wheels of cheddar The owners of Neal’s Yard Dairy have said they have had an “overwhelming” response after it emerged that more than 22...
- CDI will be working closely with impacted employees to assist them with this transition.
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- The food manufacturer is expanding capacity as the industry faces global cocoa shortages that have sent prices skyrocketing.
- Contributions from entities associated with these companies totaled $4.5 million during the 2024 election cycle compared to $8.2 million four years ago.
- CEO Amos Golan said the Israel-based company’s proprietary fermentation technique allows it to stand out in the struggling category.
- Discover FARA® Customized Solutions by Faravelli at SSW 2024—innovative ingredients for success!
- As the food industry navigates premium product demand, price hikes and mergers and acquisitions, FSMA Rule 204 adds new pressure on supply chain communication, traceability.
- Exclusive: Stéfan Descheemaeker of Nomad Foods says mandatory rules could help kickstart ‘nutrition arms race’ Food firms should be forced to reveal how healthy or unhealthy their products are, to help people consume a better diet, an...
- Campaign group says Antrim manager is directing self-employed couriers and claims to have dismissed two of them A McDonald’s manager at a branch in Northern Ireland warned Uber Eats drivers they had a “responsibility” to learn English in...
- Chancellor considering how to increase access to pubs for small brewers and may announce industry consultation The Guardian view on ‘indie beer’: crafting a new identity Corporate takeover of ‘craft beer’ leaves nasty taste in the mouth...
- The Michelin-starred restaurateur has signed an open letter demanding delivery of £15m to divert produce to food banks and soup kitchens Chef Tom Kerridge is teaming up with charities to demand delivery of a promised £15m fund to divert...
- Update by Food and Drug Administration signals escalation in food poisoning outbreak affecting US west and midwest What is E Coli and how can you avoid getting it? The US Food and Drug Administration said on Friday that 75 people had now...
- With an outbreak of the disease has been linked to McDonald’s burgers, here’s what you need to know about it Health authorities are investigating an outbreak of E coli infections linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounder cheeseburgers in 12...
- Neal’s Yard Dairy delivered 22 tonnes of artisan cheddar after scammer posed as distributor for French retailer Jamie Oliver asks cheese lovers to help catch thieves behind scam Artisan cheesemakers have been dealt a blow by fraudsters...
- The Spam manufacturer said the unit, which makes offerings for consumers facing conditions such as diabetes and cancer, is “very solid and can grow with the right partner.”
- The CPG giant’s Toll House brand is leaning into a viral TikTok trend, and Daiya boosts its plant-based lineup with a reformulated cheese alternative pizza.
- On Tuesday, Oct. 29, all proceeds from participating Handel's locations in Gastonia , Steele Creek, Cornelius, and Indian Land, N.C., will be donated to help those in need following the hurricane.
- Chobani House will be home to its global business headquarters with employees working in office four days a week, a community kitchen preparing nutritious meals for those in need, an innovation center supporting Chobani's business and...
- Brian Niccol’s syrupy praise for store workers does not impress. He should focus on the hard problem of rising prices So this is what you get from a $113m chief executive : a ditching of profits guidance served with a dollop of...
- High-street baker pairs high-roller drinks with savoury favourites at Fenwick department store “They really did go well together,” said Erin Rivers after finishing off her Greggs sausage roll paired with Bollinger rosé brut champagne....
- CMA sets 18 December deadline for initial review as it considers whether deal could reduce competition The UK’s competition watchdog has launched a formal investigation into the £3.3bn takeover of the UK soft drinks maker Britvic by the...
- Brian Niccol aims to turn around coffee chain, which has reported falling sales, revenue and profits The new boss of Starbucks has pledged to shake up its “overly complex menu” in an effort to turn around the struggling coffee chain....