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Beverage business
The implementation of the UK government’s soft drinks industry levy in April this year will no doubt be one of the big stories of 2018. But the beverage sector has already been hitting the news this year for many reasons.
Buttermilk unveils Valentine’s Day fudge
UK confectioner Buttermilk has launched a new Strawberry Bellini fudge for Valentine’s Day and Mothers’ Day.
Low sugar granola launched for health-conscious Brits
Granola brand Jordans Cereals is launching a new low sugar cereal range that contains less than 5% sugar for health-conscious Brits concerned with the levels of sugar in their food.
Aldomak acquires The Handmade Meringue Company
Scottish food producer Aldomak has acquired The Handmade Meringue Company for an undisclosed sum and secured its first export order.
Divine Chocolate unveils luxury collection
Fairtrade company Divine Chocolate has launched a range of festive chocolate gifts, bars and treats.
Final results from FSA survey show campylobacter levels plummet
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has published the last set of results from its third survey of campylobacter contamination in fresh shop-bought UK-produced chickens.
Nairn’s Oatcakes expands gluten-free range
Nairn’s has expanded its gluten-free range with the addition of Nairn’s Gluten Free Chunky Biscuit Breaks.
Supermarket sales rise as ice cream and burger demand declines
The latest grocery market share figures from Kantar Worldpanel – showing the 12 weeks up to 13 August 2017 – reveal that supermarket sales grew by 4.0% year on year.
Snack sales boosted by UK’s food to go culture
Food to go is one of the fastest growing categories sold by convenience retailers, according to new research, with snacks getting a boost as a result.
Too Good To Be Gluten Free presents snack packs
Gluten-free pastry brand Too Good To Be Gluten Free has launched a new range of snack packs which includes cocktail sausages and mini Scotch eggs to target the growing snack market.
Round-Up: Shelf Life
Here is your weekly round-up of Shelf Life news. Next week’s round-up will focus on ingredients news.
SugarSin launches range in Waitrose
Sweet manufacturer SugarSin is to launch its full range of cocktail gummies, chocolate delights and assorted fudge in UK Waitrose stores this month.
Pink Lady backs Great Fruit Adventure
UK fresh produce brand Pink Lady has given its backing to the Great Fruit Adventure, a 10,000 mile journey to tell children more about where their food comes from.
Bottlegreen extends into plastic
M&H Plastics has recently completed production of a new 50ml bottle for SHS Drinks’ brand, Bottlegreen.