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TDR Capital is the new majority shareholder in the supermarket. Credit: Asda

Asda laying off 475 head office employees

Asda has confirmed that 475 employees at its head offices in Leeds and Leicester are being made redundant.

Farmlay is investing £2.4m in a new AI-based computer vision system for detecting eggs. Image: Farmlay

Egg producer rolls out £2.4m AI grading equipment

Egg producer Farmlay has invested £2.4m in new AI-based computer vision technology as part of a plan to double productivity for 2025.

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How the EU provides the assurance to satisfy consumer demands for sustainable products

As demands for a sustainable food chain intensify, discover how the EU is leading in environmentally positive farming and production to ensure quality and traceability.

Professor Susan Jebb has been in the role since 2021. Credit: Food Standards Agency

Professor Susan Jebb to serve as FSA chair until 2027

Professor Susan Jebb has been reappointed as the chair of the Food Standards Agency (FSA).

Donald Trump declares victory in US election. Credit: Getty/da-kuk

UK economy could halve under Trump presidency

As Donald Trump is elected as America’s 47th president, fears are raised over potential tariff impacts.

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Why packaging is merely the thin end of the wedge in meat processing sustainability

When it comes to meat sustainability, much of the focus to date has been placed prior to the plant or on plastic packaging, but the entire processing line efficiency is key to making big reductions in CO2 emissions and saving costs over equipment lifetime.

The CMA has found that the deal could result in the lessening of competition within the poultry feed market. Credit: Getty / gabrielabertolini

2 Sisters owner feed deal may raise prices for farmers, CMA finds

An investigation has found that the move by Boparan Private Office to acquire a ForFarmers-owned feed mill in East Anglia could result in higher feed prices.

BrewDog has appointed Lisa Buckley as its new chief retail officer. Credit: BrewDog

BrewDog names new chief retail officer

The brewery has appointed a new chief retail officer in a global role overseeing the business’s retail offering.

Is this the secret to lowering meat consumption? Credit: Getty/LauriPatterson

Shrinking portions encourage fall in meat consumption

Smaller portion sizes prove to be more effective than meat-free days in driving Brits meat consumption down, researchers find.

The rollout of products featuring the new branding is underway. Credit: Carlsberg Group

Carlsberg unveils rebrand of Somersby cider

The Carlsberg Group has unveiled the new visual identity of cider brand Somersby.

The recall applies to lasagne packs with a use by date of 17 November 2024. Credit: Getty / Annabelle Breakey

Co-op recalls lasagne range due to allergen errors

Co-op has recalled a batch of prepared lasagnes because the product contains allergens that are not declared on the label.

The group attributed lower volumes in Europe to the mixed summer weather. Credit: Coca-Cola Europacific Partners

CCEP adjusted revenue rises during Q3 despite Europe volume decline

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) saw adjusted revenue increase 2.4% year-on-year during Q3 as the group reaffirmed its full-year profit guidance.

Jon Wood has been with the business for the past 14 years. Credit: Calbee UK

Seabrook Crisps owner appoints new managing director

Savoury snacks manufacturer Calbee UK has appointed Jon Wood to the position of group managing director.

Zuber Issa first took a stake in Asda in 2021. Credit: Asda

Zuber Issa steps down from Asda board after completing share sale

Zuber Issa has completed the sale of his 22.5% stake in Asda to TDR Capital for an undisclosed fee.

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