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Free-from foods are becoming more and more mainstream, but how can manufacturers tap into the growing trend? Image: Getty

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Drivers and developments in free-from food production

By Gwen Ridler

As consumers seek free-from food products for both dietary and lifestyle reasons, Food Manufacture explores the major trends driving growth in the market and key considerations producers need to take into account when manufacturing these products.

The CMA said that Tereos' failure to comply with its requirements had an adverse impact on the investigation. Credit: Getty / DNY59

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Tereos fined £25k after CMA investigation

By William Dodds

Food ingredients firm Tereos has been fined by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) for failing to provide relevant information in relation to a recent merger investigation.

Michiel de Jonge will form part of the Europe and Pacific Developed Markets leadership team. Credit: Kraft Heinz

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Kraft Heinz announces senior appointment

By William Dodds

Kraft Heinz has announced the appointment of Michiel de Jonge as its new vice president of operations for Europe and Pacific Developed Markets (EPDM).

Campden BRI held a number of demonstrations for guests to mark the opening of its new wine lab. Credit: Campden BRI

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Campden BRI invests in new wine lab

By Bethan Grylls

Campden Wine Services, based at the Surrey Research Park in Guildford, has opened its doors to spur on opportunities in wine UK production.

Veetee Foods is expanding its reach into the US with plans to build a $36m production facility in the country

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Veetee expands in the US with $36m factory

By Gwen Ridler

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).

AIMS has appointed Jason Aldiss as its new leader. Image: Getty

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Meat body AIMS reveals Norman Bagley's replacement

By Gwen Ridler

The Association of Independent Meat Suppliers (AIMS) has appointed industry veteran Dr Jason Aldiss as its new leader, following to departure of Norman Bagley from the role.

AHDB’s 'Cover Crop Champions' will provide independent feedback on practical trials. Credit: Getty/mvburling

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AHDB leads UK cover crop research project

By Bethan Grylls

A network on regional cover crop champions have been appointed across the UK to address complications associated with this farming technique and share lessons.

We investigate how food and drink brands are creating products with feeling. Credit: Getty/woocat

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You are what you eat

By Bethan Grylls

Food Manufacture explores the movement towards ‘mood inspired’ products within food and drink and the trends you should be keeping top of mind.

Read this week's round-up of F&B new launches. Credit: Young's Chip Shop, Richmond, Cathedral City

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5 F&B NPD launches

By Bethan Grylls

Health, costs and fakeaways continue to be a big hits among new product launches, as Food Manufacture rounds up the latest food and drink SKUs to hit UK retailers.

Volumes sold to the European Union are down by a quarter (23.6%) on last year, while non-EU markets saw a 0.8% increase. Credit: Getty/TarikVision

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UK exports to EU down almost a quarter

By Bethan Grylls

Food and drink export values fell in the first six months of the year, a 6.1% decline compared to the first half of 2023.

Continuous strike action is scheduled to start on 27 September. Credit: Getty / PeopleImages

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700 Bakkavor workers to strike over pay

By William Dodds

More than 700 workers at a Bakkavor facility in Spalding are set to take part in continuous strike action from 27 September, Unite the Union has announced.

Baker & Baker's Wirral site saw a big expansion last year, with a new cookie line installed. Credit: Baker & Baker

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Baker & Baker sees revenue reach €620m

By Bethan Grylls

The European bakery products manufacturer witnessed a rise in both revenue and gross profit in 2023, representing sustainable growth since its separation from CSM three years ago.

Brand tie ins, traditional celebrations and alcoholic spirits look set to be big trends the Halloween. Image: Getty, CatLane

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No tricks, only treats this Halloween

By Gwen Ridler

As the days get shorter and the nights darker, we explore some of the spooky trends that food and drink manufacturers will want to look out for in the run up to Halloween 2024.

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