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Food Industry Awards winners announced at 5-star ceremony
The winners of the 2026 Food Management Today Food Industry Awards were officially unveiled at the 5-star Royal Lancaster Hotel in London, during an exclusive awards ceremony.
Arla highlights “nutrition gap” in Britain
Arla Food Ingredients has announced an initiative set to combine consumer insight with a review of national nutrition data compiled by the British Nutrition Foundation to create a view of how the UK eats.
IGD predicts high grocery spend as shoppers watch World Cup from home
The Institute of Grocery Distribution has spotlighted an opportunity for retailers to drive sales during the World Cup, as 36% of UK adults said they were tempted to spend more on groceries to celebrate.
Impact of GLP-1s on food sales is “significant”, finds Numerator
Research from Worldpanel by Numerator has found that the number of British households with a GLP-1 user has tripled in two years, with sales of crisps and chocolate “heavily impacted” by the increase.
Product entry deadline extended for Meat Awards
To accommodate as many products as possible, organisers of the annual meat industry awards have extended the final deadline for products to be nominated until Thursday 18th June.
FSA warns producer’s frozen food range “unsafe to eat”
The Food Standards Agency has issued a food alert after all frozen products from food producer Inarah’s Frozen Food Ltd were labelled as unsafe to eat.
Boparan Private Office announces acquisition of Brace’s Bakery
Family-owned Welsh bakery business Brace’s Bakery has been acquired by Boparan Private Office in a deal that will save hundreds of jobs at the company.
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Features
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.
Funding a fifth agricultural revolution
Emma Piercy, head of climate change & energy policy at the Food and Drink Federation, makes the case for regenerative agriculture.
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