Recycled materials sway 40% of crisp consumers
Findings from packaging firm Amcor finds sustainability shapes snack choices for 1 in 3 crisp consumers.
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Major sweetener manufacturer to acquire Slimfast US
Glanbia is set to sell the US division of its weight management and health & wellness brand to the Heartland Food Products Group.
Quaker Oats unveils clean label porridge
The PepsiCo owned brand is the latest to roll out a breakfast option made with simplified ingredients with its ‘Quaker Oats & Fruits & nothing else’.
Inside Cereal Partners UK&I’s Lighthouse facility
Food Manufacture steps inside the home of Shreddies, Cereal Partners UK and Ireland’s Staverton site, to learn how it ticks, its place in the local community and what makes it’s a ‘lighthouse’ facility.
McVitie’s Club moves into On-The-Go confectionery
The famous McVitie’s brand targets younger consumers with confectionery launch.
Asda sees pre-tax profits fall to £599M
As supermarket chain Asda slips into the red, it reveals its strategy for recovery.
Nestlé programme delivers improvements to cocoa-farming families
Nestlé’s income accelerator programme is delivering measurable improvements in income and household resilience.
Andy Murray named ambassador for Walker’s Shortbread
Tennis legend Andy Murray has been named as a brand ambassador for Walker’s Shortbread.
McVitie’s owner expands presence in Asia
Pladis has expanded its presence within Asia as part of the firm’s aim to grow its global footprint.
Krispy Kreme exec joins Branston
Branston has snapped up Krispy Kreme’s global manufacturing lead, as it looks to roll out next phrase of growth.
Peppa Pig pasta letters to hit UK shelves
Icefresh Foods, in collaboration with game, IP and toy company Hasbro, announces launch of Peppa Pig Learning Pasta Shapes.
Proposed Cheerios factory closure puts 300 jobs at risk
Cereal Partners UK and Ireland (CPUK&I) has announced plans to close its Bromborough site, putting more than to 300 jobs at risk of redundancy.
Kraft Heinz completes €70m European factory expansion
Baked beans and ketchup maker Kraft Heinz has bolstered its European footprint with the completion of a €70 million factory expansion in the heart of Spain.
How many pancakes are consumed on Pancake Day in the UK?
Food Manufacture hears from Deborah Pyner, co-founder, and Nadine Maggi, managing director, from syrups and spreads manufacturer Sweet Freedom about the popularity of pancakes and their accompaniments in the UK.
Indian snacks brand expanding UK production capacity
Indian snacks brand Haldiram’s has announced plans to expand its production capabilities in the UK.
American jam brand sets up production in UK
Following its launch into the UK in 2023 with its chia jam, American jam brand Smash Foods has made a trio of announcements including a major rebrand, two new flavour launches, and setting up production in the UK.
Spice importer fined for failing safety checks
Spice importer and distributor Al Noor ltd has been fined more than £10k for failing ensure essential safety checks on potentially toxic foods it brought into the UK.
Latest food and drink product launches round-up
Food Manufacture breaks down some of the latest new product launches from food and drink manufacturers in the past week in this round-up.
Food and drink firms win share of £52m sustainability funding
From beer to baked beans, food and drink firms were among 25 business that received a share of a £51.9m Government grant to help emissions-cutting projects in the UK.
Pioneering the future of egg production with In OVO sexing technology
Jasen Urena, vice president of NestFresh shares insights into how In OVO sexing tech is revolutionising egg farming and why it matters to consumers who care about ethics, sustainability and animal welfare.
Me and My Factory: Hilltop Honey
Take a journey through Hilltop Honey to discover what goes into a bottle of its honey and a glimpse into how founder and owner Scott Davies runs the business in the latest episode of Me and My Factory.
Branston to launch potato brand Nanna Tate in Tesco
UK potato supplier Branston is preparing to launch a new potato brand called Nanna Tate.
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Revenues rise at Premier Foods as branded demand grows during H1
Premier Foods saw headline revenue increase by 4.6% in the 26 weeks ending 28 September.
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KP Snacks to acquire Whole Earth Foods
UK food manufacturer KP Snacks has agreed to acquire Whole Earth Foods from Ecotone.
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Snacking category outlook: M&A activity on the rise
As we emerge from an incredibly trying period for the food and drink industry, 2024 has seen several high profile deals take place. James Scallan, managing director of Houlihan Lokey’s consumer group, explains why the snacking category in particular is...
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ManiLife to open £1m peanut butter factory
Peanut butter brand ManiLife has announced plans to open a £1m production facility in Shirebrook, Derbyshire.
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Panesar Foods acquired by Paulig for undisclosed fee
UK manufacturer of sauces, salsas and condiments Panesar Foods has been acquired by Finnish F&B firm Paulig.
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Protein Works invests in £10m vertically integrated HQ
Shakes and meal replacement manufacturer Protein Works has invested £10m vertically integrated headquarters to bring all the disparate parts of its business under one roof.
Food Manufacture Podcast
Hilltop Honey co-founder and owner: 'It’s either the honey or the bees'
In this month’s podcast, Hilltop Honey founder and owner Scott Davies takes us through the history of his company and how an unfortunate accident led to the creation of the UK’s second biggest honey business.
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Halloween food and drink product launches
The boys and ghouls will soon be out trick or treating, but what treats will consumers be raising their spirits with this Halloween? Food Manufacture rounds-up some of the spookiest new product launches this holiday season.
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Unilever sells Russian business for undisclosed sum
Unilever has sold its Russian subsidiary, as well as its business in neighbouring Belarus, to Arnest Group for an undisclosed fee.
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Weetabix to host second annual Women in Engineering day
Breakfast cereal manufacturer Weetabix is preparing to host its annual Women in Engineering Day on 11 October.
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Kellogg's owner creating 130 jobs with £75m investment in Wrexham factory
Food manufacturer Kellanova has announced plans to invest £75m into its cereal production facility in Wrexham, North Wales.
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PepsiCo agrees to $1.2bn acquisition of tortilla chip business
Global F&B firm PepsiCo has entered into an agreement to acquire Siete Foods for $1.2bn.
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Kraft Heinz announces senior appointment
Kraft Heinz has announced the appointment of Michiel de Jonge as its new vice president of operations for Europe and Pacific Developed Markets (EPDM).
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Veetee expands in the US with $36m factory
UK microwave rice firm Veetee Foods is expanding its reach into the US with plans to build a $36m (£26.9m) production facility in Johnston County, North Carolina (NC).
Rebrands
Relaunches and brand refreshes from food and drink manufacturers
From fresh new looks for Fearne & Rosie Jam to a refresh of Young’s Chip Shop brand, we round-up some of the latest redesigns and brand refreshes by food and drink manufacturers.
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Emerging and growing trends in pet food
Food Manufacture explores the latest trends in pet food development and the driving forces behind consumer purchasing decisions when it comes to feeding the furrier members of their families.
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Inspired Pet Nutrition acquires Butcher’s Pet Care
Inspired Pet Nutrition (IPN) has acquired Butcher’s Pet Care (BPC) for an undisclosed sum, creating a combined business with turnover worth about £350m.
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Hilltop Honey secures £10m to fuel international expansion
The UK honey producer has obtained a £10m banking packaging from Santander UK to help boost trade in the United States, the Middle East and Australia.
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Detecting honey adulteration without opening the jar
Food firms could soon be able to test for adulterated honey without even opening the jar, thanks to a new study into detecting fake products by researchers led by the Cranfield University.
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What's up for grabs at the Food Manufacture Excellence Awards 2025?
Whether you're a start-up or an industry leader, the Food Manufacture Excellence Awards invite food and drink processors to showcase their capabilities and celebrate the efforts and achievements of their companies and teams. Here, we summarise each of...
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$35.9bn deal: Mars and Kellanova reach acquisition agreement
Mars has reached a deal to acquire snack brand Kellanova for $35.9bn (£28bn) after weeks of speculation.
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Beacon Foods invests in new lorries following major sales lift
The ingredients and ready-to-eat product supplier has added two 26 ton refrigerated lorries to its fleet, which provide a daily delivery service to customers across the UK.
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Rebrands: New Hobgoblin identity and introducing Nim’s…Naturally
Hobgoblin has a new brand identity, while Nim’s Fruit Crisps has been renamed as Nim’s…Naturally.
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Elkes Biscuits launches engineering recruitment drive
The biscuit manufacturer has launched a recruitment drive at its Uttoxeter site to support its ambitious production targets.
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New £100k fund to support local Scottish food produce
Scottish food businesses are set to benefit from a £100k fund to help promote and champion produce from their local area.
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Cyanide risk sparks extended recall of nut products
Possible contamination by foreign bodies and the risk of hydrogen cyanide sparked the recall of several food and drink products at the end of last month, covered in this round-up.
Food Manufacture Podcast
Pip & Nut founder: 'Get good people around you, get good mentors, get a good network and find your tribe'
Pip & Nut founder Pip Murray talks marathon running, women in food and drink and palm oil-free peanut butter in the latest episode of the Food Manufacture Podcast.
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New listings by food and drink manufacturers
From six-figure nationwide deals for seaweed crisps, to the UK debut for one of the most popular snacks in the US, we break down the latest food and drink product listings.