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Final year student is Dawn Foods’ UK and Ireland 2024 Student Ambassador
Opportunity of an invaluable insight into how university studies can be applied in the world of commercial baking.
UK food manufacturers grapple with inflationary impact: new report highlights industry strain
A Manufacturing Health Index found that UK food manufacturers were the second worst performing out of all sectors.
Thriving frozen food industry gears up to celebrate a century of success
The frozen food aisles have been embraced by shoppers.
Farming community envisions potential premium for pasture-reared meat amid cell-based trend
UK farmers have suggested traditional meat production could create a premium for pasture-reared meat.
UK chocolate sales decline linked to HFSS regulations and changing consumer habits
Chocolate consumption is evolving as consumers around the world adapt to regulatory changes.
Valpak welcomes Defra appointment to EPR scheme administrator
Appointment to drive forward Defra’s packaging reforms.
Spirits expert braces for creative and inventive new products in 2024
Spirits tap into ‘great desire for social celebration’.
Myco’s ‘UK first’ production site to attract food industry titans
The move is designed to unlock Myco’s ‘extraordinary potential’ amid interest in protein from household names.
Federal Court upholds Sweegen appeal in sweetener battle against PureCircle’s Reb M
Court’s opinion confirmed the district court’s decision that certain claims in the patents were found invalid.
New deal paves the way for butcher-quality products in Iceland
Collaboration marks the first time We hae meat’s products have been stocked.
Nature’s voice: majority of UK adults urge farmers to embrace ‘nature-friendly’ practices
Fair to Nature releases new research that reveals people want UK farmers to prioritise farming practices which, preserve and enhance nature and wildlife.
Trioworld to acquire Wentus
Both parties want to create more value for customers.
Durham Box supports Feeding Families charity with substantial box donations
So far in 2023, Durham Box has provided 4,000 welcome home boxes, 28,500 standard boxes, 1,500 collection bins, 300 toppers and 12,000 Christmas boxes.
UK food and drink businesses grapple with export market
Concerns are growing that Government proposals on mandatory ‘not for EU’ labelling could foster further declines.