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Organic food and drink sales outperformed conventional products in the year to 25 August 2024. Image credit: Getty / alle12

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Organic outperforms conventional food market

By Gwen Ridler

Organic food and drink outperformed the conventional market in the past year, as the sector ‘bounced back’ from the impacts of the cost-of-living crisis.

Joe & Seph's, Pukka Pies and Cathedral City all feature in this week's NPD round-up

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The latest NPD from food and drink manufacturers

By Gwen Ridler

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.

Campden BRI held a number of demonstrations for guests to mark the opening of its new wine lab. Credit: Campden BRI

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Campden BRI invests in new wine lab

By Bethan Grylls

Campden Wine Services, based at the Surrey Research Park in Guildford, has opened its doors to spur on opportunities in wine UK production.

We investigate how food and drink brands are creating products with feeling. Credit: Getty/woocat

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You are what you eat

By Bethan Grylls

Food Manufacture explores the movement towards ‘mood inspired’ products within food and drink and the trends you should be keeping top of mind.

Barbie doughnuts, gluten-free brownies and Spanish summer themed quiche feature in this round-up of NPD

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Sweet treats lead latest food NPD round-up

By Gwen Ridler

Barbie doughnuts and the ultimate gluten-free brownie lead this round-up of the latest new product launches from food and drink manufacturers.

Food Standards Scotland issues public health warning over potentially harmful fake vodka. Credit: Getty/Shutter2U

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Toxic chemical found in fake vodka

By Bethan Grylls

Food Standards Scotland has issued a public health warning after lab results from seized counterfeit vodka revealed the presence of chemical isopropyl.

Licor 43 has launched its Baby Lager as it spies trend for mini alcoholic beverages. Credit: Licor 43

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Brits want ‘baby’ bevs

By Bethan Grylls

Almost half of Brits want a mini version of their favourite alcoholic drinks, according to research from Paragon Brands.

Hugo Lynch: 'Plastic is often seen as the enemy. But we challenged ourselves to ask if it was better to use glass, which is heavier and more energy-intensive to make, or to go against the grain'

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Food and drink packaging innovations: Round-up

By Gwen Ridler

Food Manufacture covers some of the latest innovations in food and drink packaging, including refillable milk bottles and a new range of laminates to help manufacturers use less plastic.

Nik Antona has been a part of CAMRA for more than 20 years. Credit: CAMRA

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CAMRA chair steps down due to illness

By William Dodds

The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) chair Nik Antona has announced that he is stepping down from the role with immediate effect due to a serious illness.

Jeremy Hunt’s Scotch whisky tax hike cost the treasury £298m in revenue from spirits duty in a year

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Scotch tax hike costs treasury £298m in a year

By Gwen Ridler

Former chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt’s ‘record breaking’ Scotch whisky tax hike cost the treasury £298m in revenue from spirits duty in a year, according to the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA).

The tea manufacturer implemented a widespread transformation plan during its 2023 fiscal year. Credit: Getty / Kritchai Chaibangyang

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Typhoo Tea losses approach £40m

By William Dodds

UK-based tea manufacturer Typhoo has reported annual losses of £38m for the year ended September 2023.

Kate Clawson (in blue dress, left), following the announcement of her win of Factory Manager of the Year at 2024's award, will join the judging panel for 2025

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What's up for grabs at the Food Manufacture Excellence Awards 2025?

By Bethan Grylls

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...

Saltaire brewery focuses on becoming the leading craft beer across the UK pubs. Credit: Getty/Klaus Vedfelt

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Saltaire Brewery casts net wide after acquisition

By Bethan Grylls

Following its acquisition by Paramount Retail Group (PRG), the Yorkshire-based brewery is at the precipice of an ‘exciting’ growth, as it gets set to become a major player in the UK craft beer scene.

The launch of the new rum marks Co-op’s 30th year of supporting Fairtrade. Credit: Kingsland Drinks

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Rum is the new gin

By Bethan Grylls

Gen Z are driving a surge in rum-based drinks, with almost four in 10 young adults drinking the spirit at least once a week - here's several companies seizing the opportunity.

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