‘Glacial’ planning system hindering investment
The UK’s ‘glacial and obstructive’ process for applying for planning permission is hindering investment by British businesses, according to the British Meat Processors Association (BMPA).
Archives for April 7, 2025
What does the Department for Business and Trade do for F&B?
The food and drink sector has a vast chain of stakeholders, with several government departments governing and supporting the sector. In a new and exclusive column, the Department for Business and Trade will provide clarity on the areas it covers. In the...
Danish Crown UK becomes independent division
Danish Crown Group has announced that its UK division will operate as an independent business unit moving forward.
Cell-cultured mouse ‘mousse’ petfood headed for commercial release
BioCraft Pet Nutrition has partnered with Prefera Petfood to commercialise a hypoallergenic, nutritionally complete cat food made almost entirely from cell-cultured mouse.
How suppliers can capitalise on the growing demand for pre-prepared food
Huw Birrell – the co-founder of global order management platform Fresho – explores the growing trend of pre-prepared vegetables used by the foodservice industry and how manufacturers can capitalise on it.
New commercial VP hired at UK cultivated meat firm
Ivy Farm Technologies has hired Gail Francis as its new vice president of commercial.
Metal contamination triggers Easter egg recall
Tony’s Chocolonely is recalling two Easter egg SKUs because individual packs may contain metal.