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Gousto announces potential closure of its Clay Lake facility
UK recipe kit company Gousto has confirmed plans to “consolidate” its operations, with the potential closure of its Clay Lake facility in Lincolnshire and the loss of 290 jobs.
Product judging for Meat Awards is underway for 2026
Product judging for the 2026 Meat Management Meat Industry Awards is officially underway at the test kitchens in the Regional Food Academy at Harper Adams University.
Asda Income Tracker reveals a slight boost in household spending power
The latest Income Tracker from supermarket Asda found that UK households have £8.28 more to spend than last year after essential outgoings have been paid.
Grocery sales rise by 2.4% driven by record May temperatures
The latest data from Worldpanel by Numerator shows food sales increased by 2.4% in the four weeks to 14th June as warm weather over the period drove consumer demand for summer staples.
FDF research reveals economic hit for manufacturers from NPM overhaul plans
The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has shared new research from Oxford Economics, which reveals that Government plans to overhaul food policy by changing the NPM could cost food businesses millions.
Asda 2025 results show like-for-like sales decline
UK supermarket Asda has released its results for the full year ending 31st December 2025, which reveal a fall in like-for-like sales and pre-tax losses of £989 million.
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Features
How geopolitical volatility is impacting the food and drink industry
As geopolitical tensions continue to impact costs, businesses must take a proactive approach, says Eliot Bassett, managing director at currency risk management service Lumon Corporate.
The SPS agreement: businesses need clarity from Government not confusion
Without consistent, clear communication from Government, the food industry has been left with more questions than answers, says PTF director general Rod Addy.
What next for the British livestock sector?
In his overview, David Barton, NFU National Livestock Board chair, examines what needs to be done to support livestock farming in the UK for a resilient food chain from farm to fork.
Building stronger, smarter supply chains to tackle food scarcity
In the face of persistent disruption, businesses need effective strategies to manage supply chain risks, says Eamonn Woodcock, SCALA executive director.
Health isn’t ‘one size fits all’, and the data proves it
Bryony Perkins, senior insight analyst at The Institute of Grocery Distribution highlights the benefits of a nuanced approach to consumer engagement.
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