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yfood expands UK presence with ready-to-drink meals now available in 600+ stores nationwide
Now stocked in Sainsbury’s and Morrisons, yfood's ready-to-drink meals offer a convenient, complete nutritional solution for busy UK consumers.
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On food security the UK State is a joke
It could be argued that Clive Black is not entirely happy with the UK Government’s efforts to improve the food industry…
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Princes Group reaches pay agreement amid ongoing labour disputes
Princes secures three percent pay deal with GMB Union but faces unresolved disputes with Unite amid ongoing strikes.
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Navigating duty hikes: strategies for distillery process efficiency
The increase in alcohol duty rates alongside energy cost rises in recent years have been a heavy burden for distilleries. Here, Craig Akers at Aggreko reveals some operational strategies to help alleviate the pressure.
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Court of Appeal rules in favour of Thatchers in Aldi trademark infringement case
Thatchers wins trademark appeal against Aldi over its Cloudy Lemon Cider, with the Court of Appeal ruling Aldi infringed Thatchers' branding.
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University of Nottingham partners with Jampa’s to transform the future of plant-based proteins
This new collaboration aims to revolutionise sustainable plant-based proteins, meeting the growing demands of today’s conscious consumers.
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Recall Roundup: foreign matter contamination and multiple undeclared milk cases
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup (10-16 January 2025), New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
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A sober look at automation: catering to the low- and no-alcohol market in Dry January and beyond
As Dry January and alcohol-free beverages gain popularity, Stephen Hayes, Managing Director of Automation and control specialist Beckhoff UK, explains how automation can help beverage manufacturers cater to the low- and no-alcohol market.
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Industry reacts to ASA’s delay on junk food advertising restrictions guidance
With the October 2025 compliance date fast approaching, the ASA's decision to delay and potentially revise the final HFSS advertising guidelines adds further uncertainty for the food industry.
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Sainsbury’s avocado packaging switch to save 20 million pieces of plastic annually
The switch to bamboo and paper packaging will help reduce plastic waste and contribute towards the supermarket's wider sustainability goals.
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Recall Roundup: excess Vitamin D and undeclared allergens
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup (3-9 January 2025), New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
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Tesco calls on government for clear net zero agriculture strategy as it launches low carbon farms
The supermarket chain has urged the government to provide support to help UK farmers transition to sustainable, net zero agriculture.
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Müller and Dairy UK join forces to secure a sustainable dairy future
Müller UK & Ireland joins Dairy UK to strengthen collaboration, promote British dairy products, and drive sustainability across the sector.
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Princes Group chairman responds to pay dispute amid strike action
Princes Group faces strikes over a pay dispute, as its Chairman calls for resolution amid union warnings of supermarket shortages.
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What role does AI play in unlocking the food and drink sector’s £14bn growth opportunity?
The food and drink industry not only has the keys to unlock £14bn in value for the UK economy but the sector could also become a world-class case study for delivering economic growth through digital innovation, believes Tom Clayton, CEO at IntelliAM.
