Usdaw ‘can’t see strategic relevance’ of dairy closures
Union Usdaw “can’t see the strategic relevance” of depot closure proposals announced by Müller Wiseman Dairies, which could cause the loss of up to 156 jobs.
Archives for June 13, 2013
‘Industry’s halal forum lacks focus on Muslims’
A new industry forum set up to discuss halal meat production issues fails to focus on Muslims’ main concerns and shows the industry’s understanding of the Muslim community to be “lagging behind”, according to the Halal Authority Board.
Heineken’s chief HR officer to stand down
Heineken’s chief human resources (HR) officer Michael O’Hare has announced his decision to leave the brewer and return to the USA.
Kale popularity soars on back of celebrity endorsements
Kale has become the ‘must use’ ingredient for UK soup and snack manufacturers that are increasingly tempted by its nutritional benefits and attractive appearance, according to the latest industry insights.
The retailer and the revolution
Senior retail bosses don’t understand the complex changes the ‘omni-channel revolution’ will require of the supply chain, according to delegates at the launch of a report on the topic.
‘It’s time to give sliced bread a makeover’
Sliced bread needs to undergo a public and health professional perception transformation – “just like eggs did” – with key industry figures conceding they haven’t always done enough to battle “bread bashing” in the media.
Departure of 2 Sisters chilled boss sparks fears
2 Sisters has announced the departure of Kuldip Kular, boss of its chilled foods division and a former Northern Foods senior executive, sparking fears for the future of the division.
‘Help us tackle youth unemployment’, urges minister
A government minister has urged food manufacturers to help tackle youth unemployment by signing up to grocery think tank IGD’s Feeding Britain’s Future (FBF) initiative.
Don’t decriminalise food labelling offences: Which?
Consumer watchdog Which? has repeated its plea to government not to decriminalise food labelling offences.
Solar power could transform food industry in hot countries
Projects are underway to explore solar power’s large scale commercial and domestic potential to heat and chill food in developing countries, according to a leading figure behind the research.
Nestlé vice president stands down after 23 years
Nestlé’s executive vice president and chief technology officer Werner Bauer will retire from the company on August 31.
Concern over future of Heinz Kendal
Doubts over Heinz Kendal’s future viability have been raised by the union Unite after the company announced the loss of 45 jobs across production and management there.
Red label on pack spells danger for dairy processors
Dairy companies will be forced to educate consumers about the real nutritional benefits of their products to counter their demonisation by the Department of Health (DH) backed single hybrid front-of-pack labelling system, according to the Dairy Council.