Automated system cuts costs and picks a better biscuit
02-Jan-2009
Northern Foods has reduced running costs and improved product quality at its Fox's Biscuits plant in Batley, Yorkshire, thanks to the installation of...
Bakery tightens its conveyor belt and raises profits
02-Jan-2009
A new conveyor belt aimed at the food industry has been launched by Habasit Rossi, which is already bringing cost savings to one undisclosed...
02-Jan-2009 By Michelle Knott
After years of pedantry, the new EU flavourings regulation is almost here. Is this yet another headache for manufacturers? Michelle Knott reports
Eco system cuts bakers' energy
02-Jan-2009
Bakery equipment manufacturer MIWE has launched an energy recovery system designed to help bakers reduce their energy costs. The new system claims to...
Efficiency is rising
02-Jan-2009 By Hayley Brown
Bakers are demanding efficient ovens, as electricity costs have shot up over the last few years. Hayley Brown looks at the latest developments
02-Jan-2009 By Hayley Brown
Hayley Brown visits food research company Nizo, as part of the Seventh Annual World Food Technology and Innovation Forum in Rotterdam
02-Jan-2009 By Rick Pendrous
You have to spend money to make money, especially when it comes to R&D. Rick Pendrous reports
The great crate debate
02-Jan-2009
Returnables have been the backbone of many supply chains for decades. But is it time to reassess the real costs and benefits? Paul Gander reports
02-Jan-2009 By Rick Pendrous
When the going gets tough, the tough manufacturers streamline their operational processes. Rick Pendrous discovers new ways to survive
02-Jan-2009
Career progression doesn't have to mean jumping ship every two minutes to get on to the next rung of the ladder, says Andy Henderson
02-Jan-2009 By Rod Addy
PD Ports has added its voice to growing numbers of logistics and supply chain service providers pressing the government to ease the system of...
Top-load carton closer lifts output
02-Jan-2009
The latest top-load carton closing system from Kliklok International is a straight-line machine which, says the manufacturer, lifts output speeds...
Easy-peel membrane suits continuous retort
02-Jan-2009
Metal packaging manufacturer Impress is making its latest generation of easy-peel membrane can-ends - jointly developed with Bonduelle - more widely...
02-Jan-2009 By Paul Gander
Machinery firms and end users are increasingly favouring ultrasonic welding over other technologies, most typically heat-sealing, because of its...
Gas-flush system extends shelf-life for vacuum-averse products
02-Jan-2009
A vacuum-free, gas-flushing system which can extend shelf-life in trays of fresh fruit pieces for up to 14 days is equally applicable to foods from...
Maintenance software keeps engineers informed
02-Jan-2009
The Kerrygold Company will use computerised maintenance management software (CMMS) to manage engineering maintenance at its new £30M cheese...
02-Jan-2009 By Rick Pendrous
Recent national press reports have stated that major supermarkets, such as Asda, have been drawing up plans to deal with the many suppliers they...
Out with the old columnist
02-Jan-2009
There are a number of changes this year: new legislation; a new European Commission; a new European Parliament; and a new columnist for this spot -...
02-Jan-2009
The dawn of New Year is upon us but rather than optimism consumers have a palpable feeling of trepidation as they enter 2009.Concern over expanding...
The beverage to beat man flu
02-Jan-2009
Mile High Drinks claims to have developed an antioxidant-rich fruit beverage that is designed to combat the symptoms of colds and flu.Originally...
02-Jan-2009 By Hayley Brown
In a bid to tackle food waste, the government-funded Waste & Resources Action Programme (WRAP) is urging bakery manufacturers to take advantage...
02-Jan-2009
Don't run the risk of needless waste
100 jobs to go at Yeo Valley's Cannington dairy
02-Jan-2009
Rising costs coupled with consumers cutting their spending led to the 100 job losses at Yeo Valley's Cannington dairy, according to the organic food...
02-Jan-2009 By Elaine Watson
Technology could help suppliers preserve more of an ingredient's natural quality
02-Jan-2009 By Hayley Brown
KPMG says manufacturers will be drawn to strike pension deals with insurance firms
02-Jan-2009 By Rick Pendrous
The FOOD AND DRINK FEDERATION'S NEW president promises TO RAISE profile of the SECTOR
EU rule changes may put consumers at risk
02-Jan-2009
Changes to EU rules governing flavourings will put pressure on firms to use potentially dangerous natural substances instead of safer nature...
02-Jan-2009 By Hayley Brown
2009 will be even tougher for trading
French firm advances forward to win market share in pallet battle
02-Jan-2009
Expanded deals with food manufacturers including Kellogg, Nestlé and Heinz have finally helped French market entrant LPR secure a 5% share of the UK...
02-Jan-2009 By Rod Addy
After decades of zero tolerance, the US finally abandons its rigid approach to listeria
02-Jan-2009 By Rod Addy
New schemes have widespread implications
02-Jan-2009 By Rick Pendrous
European Parliament committee proposals challenge Food Standards Authority scheme
23-Dec-2008 By Hayley Brown
Beechdean Farmhouse Dairy Ice Cream has appointed Gwyn Jones as purchasing manager.Jones brings a wealth of experience from the ice cream and dairy...
Food research priorities for 2009 announced
22-Dec-2008 By Rick Pendrous
Food research organisation Leatherhead Food International (LFI) has announced its 10 core research projects in nutrition, food safety and innovation...
Dairy Crest acquisition provisionally cleared
22-Dec-2008 By Hayley Brown
Long Clawson Dairy has welcomed the provisional clearance of its acquisition of Dairy Crest's Millway business, as the site has been continuing to...
Skills council slams migrant worker restriction
22-Dec-2008 By Rod Addy
Food and drink sector skills council Improve has hit out at the government’s decision not to relax rules restricting the number of Bulgarian and...
Cash-conscious consumers turn to frozen food
22-Dec-2008 By Rick Pendrous
Frozen food producers have welcomed the sharp rise in retail frozen food sales that has resulted from consumers switching from chilled to frozen food...
22-Dec-2008 By Hayley Brown
The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI), is in consultation with the Irish Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (DAFF), after it...
Soy deserves special treatment, say producers
15-Dec-2008 By Elaine Watson
If dairy and meat products are to get special treatment under the nutrient profiling system enshrined in the Nutrition and Health Claims Regulation,...
Two types of scores on the food hygiene doors
15-Dec-2008 By Rick Pendrous
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) Board last week failed to agree on a single Scores on the Doors hygiene rating system scheme for the whole of the UK,...
15-Dec-2008 By Elaine Watson
Fruit juice and soup maker Serious Food Company (SFC) may have to close one of its production units to help bring it back into the black, chief...
Consumers want to feel definite health benefits
15-Dec-2008 By Rick Pendrous
Suppliers of functional foods must make sure consumers can “feel the benefit” if they want to ride out the recession, a leading food health...
Firms can make more of the ‘eco-pack shopper’
15-Dec-2008 By Hayley Brown
Despite changing consumer demand in favour of value-added and discounted products, consumers are still swayed by the perceived environmental impact...
Call for clearer labels on meat products
15-Dec-2008 By Hayley Brown
Food labelling has been thrust back into the spotlight as concerns intensify over the lack of information on meat products.In the aftermath of the...
Third time unlucky for Walkers in crisp recall
08-Dec-2008 By Hayley Brown
Crisp giant Walkers Snack Foods has withdrawn certain batches of Walkers crisps for the third time this year due to potential rubber contamination....
Supermarket price wars threaten manufacturers
08-Dec-2008 By Hayley Brown
Food manufacturers are being hit hard, as supermarkets slash their prices in the face of slowing consumer spending, warn consultants and advisory...
Business is booming for champions of chutney
08-Dec-2008
Leicestershire-based Simtom Food Products has landed a £220,000, three-year contract, with the Ministry of Defence to supply mango chutney to...
Scottish council calls for more migrant workers
08-Dec-2008 By Rod Addy
Migration advisors are under pressure from the Scottish Council for Development and Industry (SCDI) to lift restrictions on migrant workers entering...
2009 is the year of consolidation for Kerrygold
08-Dec-2008 By Rod Addy
Consolidation and environmentally friendly packaging will be core focuses for Kerrygold next year, according to md Carl Ravenhall.“2009 will be a...
08-Dec-2008 By Hayley Brown
The government should “absolutely” intervene to secure the future of the supply chain, as an increasing number of insurance firms withdraw credit...
