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UK government’s ‘call’ for food price caps sparks criticism

UK industry figures have hit out at the Government’s reported efforts to get retailers to cap the prices of certain staples.

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Onus turns on UK government to shield food industry from energy-price shock

A panel hosted by a House of Commons committee identified UK food insecurity as a key risk from another inflation wave.

“People still want to indulge” – Toms Group CEO Annette Zeipel surveys GLP-1 wave as confectionery grapples with cocoa volatility

Toms Group CEO Annette Zeipel sits down with Simon Harvey to discuss how, against a challenging backdrop, the Danish confectioner is plotting a course for growth.

Arla venture buys Australian cottage-cheese firm Brancourts

The transaction was executed through the co-op's Arla Foods Mayer Australia venture.

Ferrero to launch Wonka products amid Netflix push

The initial line-up will cover chocolate, sugar confectionery, ice cream and cereals.

Acquisitive pet-food group Nutriment swoops again in Germany

The Nutriment Company said the deal adds “one of the leading B2C platforms for premium raw feeding” to its portfolio.

“Gut health is just a better way of eating” – Bio&Me’s Jon Walsh on fibre coming back into fashion

Bio&Me CEO Jon Walsh discusses how the up-and-coming UK brand is looking to capitalise on the rising consumer interest in gut health and in fibre.

Princes Group CEO to leave

Simon Harrison is leaving his position “to pursue a new opportunity”, Princes said.

Cranswick readies more capex after FY profit jump

The UK food group booked a 9.5% rise in annual revenues, which contributed to a near 18% increase in profits.