Nestlé factory fire leaves two injured
Two people have been taken to hospital after a fire at a Nestlé factory in Cumbria.
Archives for April 14, 2025
Getting started with food and drink imports and exports
With US tariff hikes, war in Ukraine and extreme weather events due to global warming threatening the future of global trade, what opportunities are there for food and drink manufacturers looking to export?
Crosta Mollica’s executive chairman on rebrand and using AI generated images
Following its bold redesign, Crosta Mollica’s executive chairman, David Milner, discusses the drivers behind the pizza brand’s new look and why the business opted for artificially generated images.
Pink Cheetah Wafers add free-from twist to nostalgic snack
Free-from snack brand Crave is expanding its sweet biscuit portfolio with the launch of the ‘UK’s first’ gluten-free and vegan pink wafer biscuit.
‘High value’ whisky bottles stolen from distillery as police appeal for info
Several bottles of whisky have been stolen from The Glenturret Distillery.
UK Government slashes import prices
The UK Government has cut prices on the imports of everyday essentials, including pasta, fruit juices, coconut oil, pine nuts and spices.
Tariffs – dealing with the crisis
Global procurement and supply chain consultancy Inverto has warned companies could face up to a 68% drop in EBIT margins in the face of tariffs.
PepsiCo bolsters FareShare partnership with £210k grant
PepsiCo has expanded its partnership with food redistribution charity FareShare with a £210,000 grant to support employability and help tackle food waste.
Tiba Tempeh launches new SKU, lands in Waitrose
Tiba Tempeh has announced the launch of a new smoky tempeh SKU that is set to go on sale this month.
Alcohol deaths rise in England represents ‘acute crisis’
The higher rate of alcohol deaths in England since the start of the Covid pandemic represents an ‘acute crisis’, according to a new study.