Brexit negatively impacts food and drink
Food and drink manufacturers have reported more negative impact from Brexit than any other business sector in the UK, according to a new report.
Archives for February 4, 2019
Serious Pig embarks on crowdfunding drive
Snack manufacturer Serious Pig has launched a crowdfunding campaign in a bid to raise £350,000.
Investor ups stake in Premier Foods
US activist investor Paulson & Co has upped its stake in Mr Kipling and Batchelor brand owner Premier Foods to 11.9%.
Southover Foods launches cooked meats range
Sussex-based meat manufacturer Southover Foods has launched its first range of products to the retail market.
Crisp maker turns down Dragon in favour of industry mogul
A salmon-skin crisp maker, who turned down an offer on last night’s (3 February) episode of Dragon’s Den, has revealed the firm went on to secure backing from a leading salmon-industry mogul.
Business Leaders' Forum
No worst-case scenario for mergers and acquisitions
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the UK food and drink industry will continue, regardless of the outcome of Brexit, with the potential of the economy accelerating should a deal be agreed before 29 March, according to Shore Capital head of research Clive...
Supply chain news round-up
Advice for businesses to survive harsh winter weather and advances in facial recognition technology in the warehouse feature in this round-up of supply chain news.
Labelling call for fluoride in products
Food and drink manufacturers should be encouraged to label the fluoride content of their products to minimise consumers’ risk of exposure to the mineral, a leading professor has argued.