Digital Feature
Pet food processing: how are human and animal tastes converging?
The UK is a nation of pet owners. According to the latest statistics from the Pet Food Manufacturers Association (PFMA) 59% of UK households now have a pet.
Archives for September 30, 2021
GCA announces best practice statement for audits
A new best practice statement to respond to suppliers’ concerns about the way the large supermarkets are carrying out audits was unveiled by the Groceries Code Adjudicator (GCA) today (30 September).
Findus owner Nomad Foods completes Fortenova frozen food deal
Frozen food manufacturer Nomad Foods, owner of brands such as Findus, Birds Eye and Iglo, has completed its acquisition of Fortenova Group's frozen food business.
Mettler-Toledo releases entry level metal detection option
Mettler-Toledo has unveiled its new range of M30 R-Series GC metal detection systems, positioned as an entry level metal detection option for manufacturers.
SICK unveils new 3D streaming camera range
Sensor equipment provider SICK has announced the latest addition to its machine vision portfolio, with the launch of the Ruler3000 range of 3D streaming cameras.
Applied Nutrition Ltd fined after worker’s hand severed
Sports nutrition firm Applied Nutrition Ltd has been fined £70,000 for health and safety failings, after a worker’s hand was severed while cleaning machinery.
Financial round-up
Moy Park sales down, profit up; Samworth Brothers suffers loss
Moy Park's annual results show a drop in sales, but a rise in operating profit, while Samworth Brothers' annual results indicate an £8m operating loss as food-to-go sales were hit in 2020.