Inside food & drink manufacturing
Members of the food and drink industry have criticised the chancellor’s Spring Statement for its lack of support for the sector as it faces continued pressure from employment taxes and the loss of government support schemes.
AI adoption is on the rise within the food and drink industry, but business fail to see its potential to help them achieve their sustainability goals, according to supply chain consultancy Foods Connected.
Warrendale Wagyu has signed a long-term contract with Aldi to supply the supermarket with British wagyu, in a deal worth around £320 million over the next five years.
Spanish beer manufacturer Damm has secured a distribution agreement with independent craft brewery Northern Monk.
As Indian snacks brand Haldiram’s plans the expansion of its UK operation, Food Manufacture meets Rhea Agarwal, the firm’s director of business development for the UK and EU.
Plans for a Cranswick ‘megafarm’ in Norfolk look set to be blocked by the local council over concerns about the environmental impact of the project.
The managing director at consumer and business analyst firm Mindmetre claims a lack of management skills is preventing food and drink manufacturers from investing in digitalisation.
Mars Incorporated has promoted two internal team members into regional president roles within its Pet Nutrition business.