News
Somerdale International acquired by Barber’s Cheesemakers
Leading exporter of British cheese, Somerdale International, has become part of the Barber’s Group (A.J. and R.G. Barber Limited) for an undisclosed sum.
Archives for August 14, 2023
News
Ready-to-drink cocktail brand exceeds crowdfunding target in 24 hours
Northern Irish company Wavey Ice, known for its alcoholic ice pops, has seen sales triple in the last 12 months, increasing by 306%.
News
Around Noon to open new factory in London
Food to go manufacturer Around Noon has announced plans to open a new factory in Slough near London, creating 200 new jobs.
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Frozen veg firm pays £23k for illegal waste spreading
A producer of frozen vegetables for some of the UK’s biggest retailers has been ordered to pay more than £23k after spreading waste sludge on land illegally.
Opinion
What’s best, a complete or phased approach to warehouse automation?
Dan Migliozzi, head of sales at independent systems integrator Invar Group, considers the pros and cons of both a complete and phased approach to automating the warehouse.
The Talent Poole
Empathetic leadership
Jackie Bowen shares her experiences and views with ‘The Talent Poole' on empathetic leadership and what this means to her as executive director of the Clean Label Project.
Me & My Team
Human rights: working with teams across the supply chain
Like many large food companies, Pilgrim’s UK relies on multi-functional teams stretching across its supply chain. Here, Andy York, human rights manager, explains the motivation and impact of the organisation’s first-ever Human Rights Impact Assessment.
Why sustainable food packaging goes far beyond the materials used
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While much of the recent focus on food and drink packaging has been on the sustainability of materials used, broader consideration needs to be given to the entire processing operation, as it’s this which ultimately determines the right pack for the right...