Archives for March 29, 2011

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McGhee's liquidates Fords Bakery

By Anne Bruce

McGhee’s Bakery Group put its Fords Bakery business into liquidation on 20 March, following continued trading losses, less than a year after it bought the business from administrator KPMG.

Unilever says Colman’s investment may cut jobs

By Ben Bouckley

Unilever says it is spending around £2.6m to upgrade production and expand production at its historic Colman’s mustard factory in Norwich, but admits that it could shed up to 20 jobs as a result.

Special Edition: Plant Audits and Quality Control

SALSA audits are dancing to the tune of the SME sector, says NFU

By Jane Byrne

The increasing number of SALSA approved businesses over the past 24 months and greater retailer recognition are indicators of both the scheme's growth potential and its suitability for the SME sector, claims one of the trade groups behind the scheme.

Cricketer Farm explores new wickets

By Anne Bruce

Somerset cheese producer Cricketer Farm is planning to reach into new channels following the recent appointment of a new md Greg Parsons.