Breakfast cereal manufacturer Weetabix has launched a sustainability review, targeting areas such as sustainable ingredients sourcing, packaging waste reduction and efficient operations.
The Coronavirus outbreak has prompted Morrisons to launch measures to support suppliers after Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced the UK had shifted to the 'Delay' phase in its efforts to tackle the virus.
The Government has been urged to keep to a “level playing field” on food standards to help protect UK farmers and producers in the wake of trade agreements.
The Government is to relax food delivery hours to supermarkets and other retailers to help the supply chain cope with demand due to the Coronavirus COVID-19.
A third (34%) of shoppers are already stockpiling food in case of a major outbreak of the Coronavirus COVID-19, according to an online survey of 1,000 consumers.
Natures Way Foods, the fresh convenience manufacturer, has introduced an automated waste handling solution to dispose of waste at its coleslaw and potato salad processing facility.
Food and drink start-ups are being encouraged to apply for a chance to win up to €500k (£429k) and a place on a six-month bespoke accelerator programme.
GS1 UK chairman Chris Tyas talks to Food Manufacture about his first year on the job and the top trends that will be leading the future of his organisation and the supply chain and logistics sector.
With consumers increasingly demanding transparency in the provenance and supply of their food, manufacturers are coming under pressure to use the latest digital technology to ensure product security and achieve optimal efficiency from farm to fork.
Shoppers see green issues as paramount, according to nine out of ten bosses of food and drink processors, responding to Food Manufacture’s State of The Industry survey.
The future of farming in the UK post-Brexit, the growing trend of plant-based foods and trade negotiations outside the EU were standout discussions at this year’s Business Leaders’ Forum, according to chair Geoff Eaton.
Egg supplier Hoads Farm has refuted animal welfare allegations levelled against it by protestors, saying it operates “above and beyond” the high standards laid down by the British egg industry.
ABP’s by-product division Advanced Proteins has acquired John Pointon and Sons’ animal by-products and proteins business in Staffordshire – the UK’s largest single-site by-product and pet food ingredient supplier.
Sainsbury’s boss Mike Coupe is to retire later this year, to be succeeded by retail and operations director Simon Roberts, who will take over from 1 June this year.
Food safety and hygiene concerns regarding the use of wearable gadgets (‘wearables’) in production environments are slowly diminishing, clearing the way to realise the potential of such technologies.
An online global community for women in the supply chain was the vision of Boom! chief executive Beth Morgan... and her dream has become a growing reality.
LWC Drinks has bought a new 46,134m2 warehouse and manufacturing facility and plans to move operations there in summer 2020, creating up to 50 jobs in the first year of its operation.
The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) congratulated Conservative Prime Minister Boris Johnson on his victory as General Election results on Friday 13 December showed the Tories had won by a comfortable margin.
Coca-Cola European Partners (CCEP) is opening a new £20m line at its Edmonton factory in North London as part of a wider £150m investment in its UK operations this year.
Exports opportunities, the rise of automation and the challenges surrounding sustainable packaging for food and drink manufacturers have all been highlighted in a new industry report.
Trade unions are seeking assurances for their members working for haulage firm Eddie Stobart, after the business was saved from collapsing in administration late last week.
Perishable Movements Ltd (PML) is investing circa £500,000 in six new state-of-the-art trucks, which represent the UK’s first refrigerated trailers to feature a powered roller bed floor system, according to the firm.
The two key senior management appointments of Trevor Strain and Michael Gleeson at Morrisons will play a major role on growth of the group, according to analysts.
Food Manufacture's Business Leaders' Forum will feature the results of an exclusive survey of industry bosses on a range of hot topics in the industry, including Brexit and environmental concerns.
Second of a two-part interview on take-up of software and automated processes
Half of all food firms have processes that include significant paper-based planning, with some larger players completely paper-led, according to Rob Stephens, managing director at Systems Integration (SI).
Two-part interview on take-up of software and automated processes
Food firms are being driven to automate ordering and production in response to the effects of the UK Brexit vote, according to Systems Integration (SI).
The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) has called on UK political parties to commit to legislation to eliminate deforestation in the food and drink supply chain.
Regulatory and consumer pressure is likely to mean brand owners and retailers remaining committed to using recycled polyethylene terephthalate (rPET) in their bottles, despite being more expensive than virgin polymer.
Geoff Eaton, New England Seafood International chairman and chairman of the judges for the Food Manufacture Excellence Awards, is to chair Food Manufacture’s Business Leaders’ Forum on 21 January next year.
Associated British Foods (ABF) has revealed a downturn in the performance of its UK sugar business, AB Sugar, as a result of declining EU sugar prices.
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has confirmed the recall of an additional 82 lines of houmous manufactured by Zorba Delicacies from major retailers, following the announcement last week that 56 lines have already been withdrawn amid salmonella fears.
M&A activity between meat and plant-based producers is on the rise. But an emerging bubble around the sector will make many businesses wary of making the step.
Beef producers and the Government have agreed to unite to explore ways to increase awareness of the benefits of red meat amid fears competition from plant-based products is further damaging the already beleaguered industry.
Food Manufacture’s Food Safety Briefing is a day away from going live, with input from experts across the food industry, focusing on a range of core topics.
Stephen Crabb, head of operations for salt and bicarbonate at British Salt, explains why the level of purity his plant can get to has worldwide appeal.
Beef producers in Wales have urged retailers to take action to ensure consumer confidence is restored, amid ongoing concerns that Brexit will hit supply chains.
Food Manufacture's Food Safety Briefing will offer practical advice on ensuring the authenticity of herbs and spices from Gary Ridgewell, head of technical at Sleaford Quality Foods.
