Avara Foods implements new poultry welfare strategy
Avara Foods has completed the switch to a new agriculture programme that will reduce the number of birds placed on each of farm supplying the poultry processor.
Archives for April 17, 2025
Farmland values rise during Q1
The value of farmland in England and Wales increased during the first quarter of 2025, according to property consultancy Carter Jonas.
Iceland creates 750 jobs with £100m distribution centre opening
Iceland Foods has opened its new 500,000 square foot distribution centre in Warrington.
McVitie’s owner names interim VP for quality and food safety
Pladis has appointed David Jones as its vice president for quality and food safety on an interim basis.
Iceland faces protest over caged hen egg sales
Activists protested outside an Iceland store in London this week in response to the retailer’s lack of progress on its commitment to stop selling eggs from caged hens by the end of 2025.
SugaRich acquires Lancashire surplus food company
Animal feed ingredients business SugaRich has acquired JD Bamber LTD for an undisclosed sum, expanding its foothold in the UK.
Genius Foods collabs with Candy Kittens on Rocky Roads launch
Genius Foods has partnered with Candy Kittens to launch a gluten-free, vegan Rocky Roads.
Race is on to save The Crusty Cob from permanent closure
Accounting and advisory firm Azets is supporting Devonshire baker The Crusty Cob as it looks to sell its business assets out of liquidation and enable a restart under new ownership.
Sainsbury’s profits top £1 billion
Sainsbury’s has reported an underlying operating profit of more than £1 billion for the 52-week period ending 1 March 2025.
Trends at the UK Food and Drink Shows 2025
From mango nuts, to cheesy biscuits, and freeze-dried sweets, Food Manufacture pins down some of the hottest food and drink trends at this year’s show.