‘Devastated’ dairy producer speaks out against recall
A raw milk and cheese producer claims her business is being closed down due to an unnecessary recall over salmonella fears.
Archives for October 20, 2015
Food industry needs to help people age healthily
There are more people in the world aged over 60 than ever before. Michelle Perrett discovers what the industry needs to do to help them age healthily.
Changing colours to reduce need for sugar
A psychologist and a chef are using a multi-sensory approach to address health issues such as reducing sugar and salt content in food.
Samworth Brothers boosts sales by 6%
Samworth Brothers boosted sales by nearly 6% last year after gaining additional business and making investments to improve its manufacturing process.
Brewery boss backs EU membership campaign
The boss of Adnams brewery has joined food industry executives and other business leaders in backing the Confederation of British Industry’s (CBI’s) campaign in support of Britain’s EU membership.
Glavonoid ruling allows weight loss use
More products tackling visceral fat are likely to be developed, following a European Commission (EC) ruling on the use of the liquorice root extract Glavonoid.
Alibaba opens UK office for euro expansion
Global online retail giant the Alibaba Group has appointed a UK md to run its UK office, as part of plans to expand its business empire into Europe and facilitate sales to China.
Migrant workers ‘abused’ at apple packing plant
Migrant workers, mainly from Romania, endure high-pressure work conditions and stay in “appalling” accommodation at an apple packing plant in Kent, Channel 4 News has claimed.
Délifrance UK finishes £30M investment at former Premier site
Délifrance UK has completed its £30M investment at its Southall bakery in a bid to boost capacity at the former Premier Foods Le Pain Croustillant site.
Inside look: Délifrance’s new innovative facility
Délifrance UK’s £30M investment in its Southall site has helped it commit to innovative new products and its staff, according to the firm’s boss.