A non-genetically modified organism (GMO) yeast that is claimed to reduce acrylamide levels by up to 90% in a wide range of food and drink products has been launched by Kerry Group.
Symington’s has opened up opportunities for its staff to develop through its apprenticeship scheme. Here, apprentice Julie Beales and site leader Les Croydon break down the positive effect the scheme has had on themselves and the business.
British Nutrition Foundation director general Judy Buttriss looks into new evidence suggesting the potential health benefits of consuming more dairy products.
Convenience foods manufacturer Greencore is working with its customers to manage supply chain disruption in the worst-case scenario of a no-deal Brexit.
Top food manufacturers have slashed their environmental impact, with one group more than halving CO2 emissions from energy use in manufacturing in 2017, based on 1990 baseline data.
Food processing machinery supplier Cutting Edge has partnered with New Zealand-based manufacturer Kando Innovation to launch the Guardian Bandsaw into the UK and Ireland.
A new refiner, scraping mixer and agitator claimed to offer greater flexibility and enhanced control of the refining process than previous models, has been introduced by equipment supplier MacIntyre Chocolate Systems.
With the threat of the UK crashing out of the EU, Greencore chief executive Patrick Coveney has urged food and drink manufacturers to act on no-deal Brexit scenario contingency plans.
Crediton Dairy has announced a £12m investment in its milk drinks plant in Devon to boost capacity and expand its capabilities, amid plans to develop a range of enriched functional milks.
The bosses of grocery retailers including Sainsbury’s, Asda, Waitrose and McDonald’s have voiced concerns about the “significant risks to maintaining the choice, quality and durability of food” posed by a no-deal Brexit.
Wyke Farms is doubling capacity at its Bruton plant in Somerset, having secured planning permission for the move as part of a five-year plan to maintain the business' strong growth.
Healthy snack bar brand Oatein has secured a £50,000 investment from entrepreneur Peter Jones on last night’s (27 January) episode of BBC TV programme Dragons’ Den.
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity in the UK food and drink industry will continue despite the outcome of Brexit, according to Shore Capital head of research Clive Black.
New structural designs that stand out on shelves and aid convenience are at the forefront of a wave of innovation in metal packaging, in a market traditionally dominated by high-volume, commoditised food cans.
Crashing out of the EU could risk quashing international interest in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity in the UK, an expert in corporate finance has warned.
Scottish producer Macsween has exported £25,000-worth of haggis to Canada this January, as Scots around the world gear up to celebrate Burns Night (25 January).
Poultry business Hook 2 Sisters has offered to keep dialogue open in relation to the seven catchers that have threatened strike action later this year.
Restaurants, cafés and takeaways have been urged to help consumers adopt healthier eating, after it was revealed that more than three in five adults (61%) struggled to find information on the nutritional content of food out of the home.
David Mallinson, engineering director at Lorien Engineering Solutions, has called on the food and drink industry to inspire the next generation of workers.
A no-deal Brexit could cost Scotland £14bn a year, with the food and drink sector worst affected, the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) has claimed.
A fast-growing drinks brand has brought commercial rum-making back to Glasgow for the first time in 300 years by opening a distillery in the west of the city.
British chocolate brand Gnaw has secured a major new account worth over €5m (£4.4m) with French retailers Carrefour and FranPrix, as well as local distributors.
ABB group automation solutions director for food and beverage Gernut van Laak shares his advice for managing the cost of refrigeration in the supply chain.
Managing director Jake Karia, wife Neeyantee and brother Naynesh have ambitious plans to grow their award-winning street food-style brand Jake & Nayns’.
International snacks business Pladis has appointed Salman Amin as its global chief executive, replacing Cem Karakaş, who stepped down in September, citing family and health reasons.
