Woman finds dead weasel in Asda salad
Asda has been forced to apologise after a woman found a dead weasel in a salad purchased from the retailer.
Archives for January 14, 2016
ABF results: Allied Bakeries boosts sales volumes
Allied Bakeries has managed to boost sales volumes but continues to experience ‘pricing challenges’, according to a trading update from parent company Associated British Foods (ABF).
Public fears the power of food science
Consumers are frightened by developments in food science as they fear those behind them will wield too much power which they will abuse, BBC TV’s Countryfile presenter Tom Heap has suggested.
Wrights installs £1.2M pie line as expansion unfolds
Wrights Food Group is poised to step up production of its range of pies following a £1.2M investment in a new production line.
Motörhead fans petition to rechristen Jack Daniels and Coke ‘Lemmy’
A petition has been launched to rename the popular drink Jack Daniels and Coke as a Lemmy in honour of the founder of metal band Motörhead, who recently died.
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Food manufacturers’ role in delivering ‘a fitter future’
Food and drink manufacturers must do more to encourage consumers to make healthy choices through promotional and marketing activities, according to nutritionist Susan Jebb.
Yogurt maker attacks rivals for damaging the dairy sector
A leading yogurt producer has slammed food manufacturers and retailers for manipulating the milk market to the point where dairy farmers are being forced out of business.