Calls for global wholegrain definitions
The Whole Grain Initiative (WGI) is calling for global definitions around wholegrain as consumer confusion mounts.
The Whole Grain Initiative (WGI) is calling for global definitions around wholegrain as consumer confusion mounts.
Allied Bakeries has announced a significant investment in its national transport and logistics operations, strengthening its fleet with the addition of 68 new vehicles from DAF Trucks.
The managing director of Prima Bakeries Group, Mark Norton, has passed away at the age of 60.
Supermarket chain Morrisons is considering the possible closure of its Rathbones bakery site in Wakefield.
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Lancashire bakery business Oddie’s has announced that it is seeking a rescue deal after a potential sale fell through.
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New regulations that will see folic acid added to all non-wholemeal flour in the UK will prevent around 200 cases of debilitating brain and spine defects in babies every year, according to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra).
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Premier Foods saw headline revenue increase by 4.6% in the 26 weeks ending 28 September.
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Samworth Brothers has been fined £1.28m after an employee was killed in the loading bay of a facility operated by the food manufacturer.
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Baked goods manufacturer Cupcakes By Sophia was one on 23 new companies to have secured grants from Made Smarter.
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The boys and ghouls will soon be out trick or treating, but what treats will consumers be raising their spirits with this Halloween? Food Manufacture rounds-up some of the spookiest new product launches this holiday season.
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The premium snack and granola manufacturer has purchased Indie Bay Snacks for an undisclosed sum, as it sets sights on becoming major player in snacking category.
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Food Manufacture explores the trends driving NPD and production in bakery as well as analysing how to adapt to the challenges surrounding ingredients sourcing in today’s tough geopolitical climate.
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Gluten-free manufacturer Genius Foods has appointed Stephen Hann as its new chief executive, effective from January next year.
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Jacksons Bakery has been fined more than £360k after a member of staff lost a finger in machinery at its Northamptonshire site.
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Popcorn fit for Paddington Bear, pastry parcels inspired by world flavours and a cheesy collaboration between Cathedral City and Summit Foods all feature in this week’s round-up of food and drink new product launches.
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Mondelēz International has acquired a minority stake in ‘better-for-you’ fresh doughnut and pastry business Urban Legend via its corporate venture capital arm SnackFutures Ventures.
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One Planet Pizza, Banhoek Chilli Oil and Abra-ca-Debora have all announced new listings with major UK retailers in the past week.
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The past month has seen food and drink manufacturers launch a bevy of new products on to store shelves. We round-up some of the stand out products from the month of September.
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Eat My Logo, a producer of logo branded cakes and biscuits, has acquired personalised chocolate gifts maker Cocoapod.
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Modern slavery victims were forced to work for a bread manufacturer which supplied products to major UK supermarkets.
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Supermarket giant Asda has extended its partnership with surplus food marketplace Too Good to Go as part of its continuing efforts to reduce food waste and redistribute unsold produce.
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Founder of the British On-Farm Innovation Network (BOFIN), Tom Allen-Stevens, shares the details of an ongoing trial focused on the production and processing of precision-bred crops.
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As consumers seek free-from food products for both dietary and lifestyle reasons, Food Manufacture explores the major trends driving growth in the market and key considerations producers need to take into account when manufacturing these products.
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Food Manufacture rounds up the latest products claiming online and bricks and mortar shelf space in the UK.
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Food Manufacture explores the movement towards ‘mood inspired’ products within food and drink and the trends you should be keeping top of mind.
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Cheshire-based Roberts Bakery has announced the appointment of Julia Banton as its new managing director.
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Health, costs and fakeaways continue to be a big hits among new product launches, as Food Manufacture rounds up the latest food and drink SKUs to hit UK retailers.
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The European bakery products manufacturer witnessed a rise in both revenue and gross profit in 2023, representing sustainable growth since its separation from CSM three years ago.
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Barbie doughnuts and the ultimate gluten-free brownie lead this round-up of the latest new product launches from food and drink manufacturers.
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Biscuit maker Furniss of Cornwall has been acquired by employee-owned Prima Bakeries Group for an undisclosed sum.
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Warburtons has added two new products to its portfolio of baked goods – Belgian Waffles and Sesame Thin Bagels.
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Doughnut brand Krispy Kreme UK & Ireland has appointed Guy Meakin as its new president, effective early November.
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Signature Flatbreads is marking its 40th anniversary with a £150m investment plan to support new product development and the creation of 500 jobs.
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The European producers of wheat starches and wheat proteins is expanding its storage and handling capacities at its headquarters in Ibbenbüren, Germany.
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Whether you're a start-up or an industry leader, the Food Manufacture Excellence Awards invite food and drink processors to showcase their capabilities and celebrate the efforts and achievements of their companies and teams. Here, we summarise each of...
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Scones are the most searched for British treat by people overseas, according to research based on Google search data.
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Modern Baker has secured listings with Sainsbury’s and Morrisons for its bread brand Superloaf.
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Bakery ingredients supplier AB Mauri UK & Ireland has announced the acquisition of specialist blending business Romix Foods.
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The biscuit manufacturer has launched a recruitment drive at its Uttoxeter site to support its ambitious production targets.
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Several Morrisons and Hovis branded crumpet products have been recalled because they may contain small pieces of metal.
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Non-HFFS ice cream flavoured cereal, a new venture for Napolina, and oat drink innovations feature in our second summer new product development launch round-up.
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Private equity investor LDC, which is part of Lloyds Banking Group, has sold its shares of Hill Biscuits to Cerealto UK.
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Food Manufacture rounds up the latest summer launches to grace the UK e-commerce and brick and mortar aisles in this part one of two NPD round-ups.
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Strike action continues at Asda stores in the UK, as workers union GMB announces another round of walkouts at the retailer’s Lowestoft store next month.
Members of the industry will soon be able to trial the UK Flour Millers' online Distance Learning Programme before having to register for a course.
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Artisan brownie baker Grazed Bakery is to create jobs and double production after securing £50k of investment from Tata Steel subsidiary UKSE.
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Join Food Manufacture as we step inside BakeAway's Corby site on the latest edition of Me and My Factory.
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Branded sales continue to bolster Premier Foods’ revenues, as analysts question whether the food manufacturer is playing it too safe in its full-year outlook.
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A bakery firm is recalling several baked products because they may contain small pieces of metal.
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Yorkshire-based Regal Food Products Group has announced the acquisition of Love Cheesecakes.