KP Snacks factory move puts 90 jobs at risk
KP Snacks has announced plans to close its Largo Foods UK popcorn factory in Barnsley and relocate production to Pontefract, West Yorkshire, putting 90 jobs at risk.
Archives for February 27, 2019
Veolia stands by strategy on waste delay
Waste management firm Veolia has defended expected delays in the implementation of the Government’s new Resources and Waste Strategy (RWS) for England, despite the pressure on users of plastics packaging, in particular, to demonstrate sustainability to...
In-depth: meat trends
Meat industry under fire
The meat sector is under threat from a number of quarters – but there is hope. Premiumisation, better standards and more efficient processing operations are all expected to fuel market growth.
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Compass boss: how food tech will transform future
Augmented reality, 3D printing and artificial intelligence (AI) can help deliver a sustainable food system and the food industry needs to react to the challenges they pose, according to Compass boss Dominic Blakemore.
Birds Eye factory showcased in BBC TV series
Birds Eye’s Lowestoft factory appeared in last night’s episode of the BBC Two show Inside the Factory, giving viewers a glimpse into production at the site.
Manufacturers missing out on £2.5bn of funding
Food and drink manufacturers are missing out on £2.5bn of support for training schemes due to a lack of understanding of the Government’s Apprenticeship Levy, according to an expert in skills.
Marks & Spencer and Ocado announce joint venture
Retailer Marks & Spencer (M&S) has announced that it is to enter into a joint venture with online operator Ocado.