2 Sisters director is new BNF chair
David Gregory has been appointed chairman of the British Nutrition Foundation’s (BNF’s) board of trustees.
Archives for March 21, 2013
Three top trends to tap into demand for functional foods
The top three trends food manufacturers need to consider when devising functional products are ‘naturalness’, demand for energy products and the popularity of fruit – not least because the health properties are either already understood by consumers or...
Manufacturers react to the budget – in quotes
Bouquets and brickbats – seemingly in equal measure – greeted the chancellor’s budget this week. Here, we bring you a flavour of the key points in quotes from industry groups and leading players.
Baxters boss reveals secrets of a successful move
Investment in people and training – they are the two key factors when moving production following the purchase of a new brand.
Food industry gives budget a mixed reception
Food industry organisations have given a mixed reception to chancellor George Osborne’s budget – praising the new employer allowance but criticising lack of help for smaller firms and the retention of VAT on hot foods.