Antibiotic target work focused on education
Industry work to reduce the amount of antibiotics used in agriculture is being focused on education.
Archives for July 30, 2018
Stockpiling food issue is ‘red herring’
The new chief executive of the Food Storage & Distribution Federation (FSDF) has looked to allay some fears over food stockpiling reports that have surfaced over the past week.
Organic baby food company secures £1m investment
Organic baby food manufacturer Babease has secured £1m of funding from Bibby Financial Services (BFS) to support the growth of the business, following continued investment in new product development.
2 Sisters Red Meat disposal: more to come?
The disposal of 2 Sisters Red Meat to Irish business Kepak has led to speculation in the City that this will not be last division to be put on the chopping block by the food giant.
Salmonella outbreak linked to ready-to-eat cucumber
A recent outbreak of salmonella in the UK and Europe that has made 147 people ill has been linked to ready-to-eat meals containing cucumber, according to European health officials.
McVitie’s owner hires new finance boss
McVitie’s and Jacob’s owner Pladis has appointed Lindsey Roberts as vice president of finance for UK and Ireland.
Ugo Foods Group appoints former Tesco manager as CEO
Ugo Foods Group has announced that Sophia Cooke has replaced Paul Ugo as chief executive officer, as he steps into the role of chairman of the business after 26 years at the helm.
Kepak buys 2 Sisters Red Meat
Kepak Group has bought 2 Sisters Red Meat Ltd’s UK business and assets in an agreement with Boparan Holdings Ltd, partly to cushion it from the effects of Brexit.