Inside food & drink manufacturing
Leading analysts have advised Premier Foods to adopt a strategic approach to disposals and secure a “miraculously” good deal with its lenders, as one confirmed the firm's spreads business is up for sale.
Burton's Biscuit Company has signed a deal with Canada's largest supermarket firm Loblaw in a move that will boost its total exports by £70M over the next two years.
Bakery firm Warburtons' move to axe 73 jobs at its Oldham site was a “difficult decision that had to be made”, according to the Bakers, Food and Allied Workers Union (BFAWU).
City analysts have described Sainsbury’s latest financial results as “excellent” with many of its retail rivals posting a sluggish performance for the all-important Christmas period.
Six key challenges face the food and drink industry in 2012 and beyond, says research organisation Campden BRI.