Ben Rigby Game completes expansion project
Leading game supplier Ben Rigby Game has completed an extension project to double the size of its venison processing facility.
Archives for September 17, 2018
Nationwide rollout for Indie snack brand
Start-up pretzel manufacturer Indie Bay Snacks is set to launch its products in 200 Sainsbury’s stores across the country, the brand’s first major multiple listing.
Cost control, innovation drives Moy Park growth
Poultry processor Moy Park has attributed its sixth year of consecutive profit growth to cost control and innovation, as it begins integration with its new owner, Pilgrim’s Pride.
Frutarom takeover gets the all-clear
The acquisition of Frutarom by fellow flavours giant International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF) has moved a step closer after receiving clearance from all relevant authorities around the world.
First Milk grows sales, while farmers enjoy benefits
Dairy cooperative First Milk delivered sales growth in the financial year to the end of March and has attributed a fall in net profit to increased support for its farmer members.
Vegan ice cream maker turns down Dragons’ Den offer
A vegan ice cream maker who won financial backing in last night’s (16 September) episode of Dragons’ Den has revealed she wasn’t subsequently able to take up the offer.
Major shareholder votes against Unilever HQ move
One of Unilever’s biggest shareholders has threatened to vote against the multinational’s proposal to move its headquarters to the Netherlands, as unrest among British investors continues to grow.
Finsbury profit slump just a bump in the road
Finsbury Food Group’s financial struggles reported in its preliminary results – following the sale of an unprofitable plant – should be set in the context of the challenging bakery market, business consultancy City Index claimed.
Cathedral City producer Dairy Crest targets innovation
Dairy Crest plans a slew of new product development under its Cathedral City and Promovita brands in the run-up to Christmas.