Jobs will be lost if beer duty stamps approved
The head of a family brewery has said he'll have no choice but to take out a shift on his packaging line if the government brings in duty stamps for cans and bottled beers.
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Nichols soft drinks boss to leave as sales continue to soar
The chief executive of soft drink manufacturer Nichols has announced he’s standing down on the day the firm posted 9% group sales growth for 2012.
‘Politicians must promote GM food’
Politicians and academics need to do more to promote the benefits of genetically modified (GM) food because the food industry canvt be expected to take the lead on such a sensitive subject.
Act now to train the UK's first food engineers
A concerted PR, marketing and social media campaign needs to be quickly launched if the 40 places on the first accredited food and drink engineering course are to be filled.
Morrisons refreshes wine category with new appointments
Morrisons has appointed Mark Jarman as its new head of wine operations in a bid to drive online sales and boost its in-store offering.
Premier Foods: the six key challenges: City
Premier Foods faces six key challenges – including: managing consumer demand uncertainties, reducing its borrowing and grappling with its pension deficit – according to City analyst Investec.
IFST Spring Conference focuses on food challenges and opportunities
Food supply challenges and opportunities will be the focus of the Institute of Food Science & Technology (IFST) Spring Conference, due to take place between April 17–18.