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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.
Long read
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.
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PepsiCo invests £13m into Doritos factory
The investment into its Coventry site has funded major renovations to staff facilities, with a new Doritos manufacturing line to be installed next month.
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Valeo Foods acquires Canadian maple syrup supplier
Valeo Foods has expanded its reach into North America with the acquisition of Canadian maple syrup business Appalaches Nature.
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UK oil producer moves into new factory
Kentish Oils and Condiments has moved into its new production facility near Sandwich.
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Fairfields Farm caps £2m investment with new fryer installation
Crisp maker Fairfields Farm has expanded production with the installation of a new fryer, part of a multi-million-pound investment in the company over the past year.
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Branded sales bolster Premier Foods first quarter results
Branded sales continue to bolster Premier Foods’ revenues, as analysts question whether the food manufacturer is playing it too safe in its full-year outlook.
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The most valuable global food and drink brands of 2024
Coca-Cola was crowned the most valuable global food and drink brand in 2024, according to a new report from Kantar.
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Coeliacs unable to afford gluten-free food, report claims
People suffering from coeliac disease are paying up to 35% more for their weekly food shop, with a growing number of consumers unable to find gluten-free products on shelves, according to Coeliac UK.
Me and my team
‘Our machinery is designed and built in-house because we care so much about the end user experience’
Discover how an innovative modern day pasta manufacturing facility operates as Ugo Foods Group CEO Sophia Cooke and operations director Charlie Ugo take Food Manufacture behind the scenes.
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Weetabix parent appoints new lead for cereal brand
Weetabix parent company Post Holdings has appointed a new managing director for the cereal brand as it names a new leader of its refrigerated retail unit.
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Walkers Crisps continues to power fleet with used cooking oil
Pepsico has expanded the use of used cooking oil to power its delivery fleet in a move that will save an additional 13k tonnes in greenhouse gases (GHGs) for the manufacturer.
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UK supermarket giant has recalled pickle range amid fears of glass contamination
Tesco has recalled a range of pickle because individual jars may contain pieces of glass.
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PepsiCo investing £8m into UK crisps manufacturing facility
Global F&B firm PepsiCo has announced an £8m investment into its Pipers Crisps manufacturing site in Brigg, Lincolnshire.
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Seabrook Crisps owner to accelerate growth investment plans after 60% operating profit rise
Calbee Group UK has announced plans to accelerate its growth investment plans after publishing its latest financial results.
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Pets Choice to purchase premium pet food brand
Cat and dog food manufacturer Pets Choice has agreed to purchase premium pet food brand Vet’s Kitchen from Pet's Kitchen for an undisclosed sum.
Food Manufacture Podcast
Nimisha Raja: 'I sold everything for the business I believed in'
Nimisha Raja, founder and chief executive of air-dried snack manufacturer Nim’s Fruit Crisps, explains the lengths she went to in order to support her business in the latest episode of the Food Manufacture Podcast.
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Seabrook Crisps to increase output 70% with £12m investment in Bradford facility
Calbee Group UK has announced plans to invest £12m in its Seabrook Crisps manufacturing facility in Bradford after gaining planning permission.
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JJ Foodservice acquires London-based Asian food wholesaler
UK supplier JJ Foodservice has announced the acquisition of Gatelands Supplies Ltd for an undisclosed fee.
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Halal cat food to hit store shelves this summer
Leeds-based entrepreneur Aihtsham Rashid has launched a brand new 100% halal certified pet food company, Hurayra Pet Food, in response to lack of options currently on the market.
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Princes offers double the requirement for annual care leave
Princes is offering double the UK requirement for annual care leave in a bid to become an ‘employer of choice’ by going beyond the industry norm.
Round up
The latest NPD launches in food and drink manufacturing
Food Manufacture rounds up the latest new product development (NPD) launches from across the industry.
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SRSLY ditches the high street to focus on exports
Low-carb bread and ready meals firm SRSLY is pivoting away from the UK high street to prioritise direct to consumer and export markets after failing to drum up interest in physical stores.
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Hilltop undergoes major rebrand and appoints new marketing director
The honey brand’s fresh new look marks a major milestone in Hilltop’s sustainability journey as it introduces squeezy bottles made from 100% RPET plastics and bespoke jars from 60% recycled glass.