Student innovators compete in 2026 Ecotrophelia UK finals
The finalists for Ecotrophelia UK have been announced – a competition which challenges students to develop a sustainable and innovative food product from concept to market.
Archives for May 20, 2026
Unilever’s global cage-free egg U-turn: exclusive interview with activist
Last week saw protests held outside the Hilton London Bankside during Unilever’s AGM, and outside Unilever House HQ as activists called on leadership to uphold the company’s global cage-free egg commitment. Food Manufacture spoke to one of the protesters...
Data: What’s driving food recalls?
Food Manufacture looks at what kind of incidents drove the highest number of UK food recalls last month.
Food leaders call on government to make food resilience a matter of national security
Leaders from across the food sector have called on the government to take a stronger stance on securing the UK’s food supply chain.
Hot Chilli Pesto pulled over undeclared allergen
An Italian olive oil brand has recalled its Hot Chilli Pesto due to a labelling mishap.
France bans CBD edibles, European agency agrees on ‘reproductive toxicant’ classification
France has banned CBD edibles and convinced the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) that CBD should be treated as a reproductive toxicant, adding pressure on an “already fragile and highly uncertain” market.
Princes Group scrambles to replace CEO
Princes Group CEO has made an unexpected departure, leaving the business without a planned successor.
What does Milka’s shrinkflation mean for food manufacturers?
A German court has found Milka guilty of shrinkflation deception - legal expert Euan Duncan takes a look at what happened and why this ruling matters for the wider food and drink sector.
Nestlé Waters sites raided over alleged “deceit”
Nestlé Waters sites raided in France amid fraud claims