New lease of life for former Buccleuch factory
A Scottish food plant which closed in controversial circumstances earlier this year has been given a new lease of life as a salmon processing unit.
Archives for November 4, 2011
Food and drink manufacturers buck the trend
Food and drink manufacturing was the only sector to see a rise in new orders during October, but growth has slowed since the start of the year, according to the latest PMI survey, published on November 3.
Boparan Greencore bid would ‘amaze’ analysts
As the search for the mystery suitor of Greencore continues, experts have ruled out food magnate Ranjit Boparan as a potential buyer saying there is “absolutely no possibility” that the 2 Sisters boss could be a contender.
Kerry growth hit by promotion increase
An increase in promotional activity due to competitive consumer spending across the UK and Ireland has blunted performance in Kerry Foods third quarter results, the firm has said.
Tesco’s sausage map reveals regional preferences
Sausage-eating becomes more prevalent the further north you travel in the UK, according to Tesco.
High-value ingredients boost Tate & Lyle results
Tate & Lyle has delivered a solid first-half performance thanks to strong by-product returns, high-volume sucralose sales and performance-focused measures implemented under its new chief executive.
Retailers should check pork meets EU standards
Retailers are being urged to boycott European pork that fails to comply with new pig welfare laws.
‘Anti-social’ late payments cost jobs at SMEs
Late payments to small and medium-sized food firms are ‘anti-social’ and cost jobs, warns the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB).