The growth of branded products has outstripped that of own-label lines for the first time since May 2015 according to the latest UK grocery market share figures from Kantar Worldpanel, published
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Royal FrieslandCampina has taken over the activities of Best Cheese Holland, including its brands Parrano and Tjiezi. The move by FrieslandCampina Consumer Dairy is in response to the growing consumer
Making natural ingredients and authentic taste a key focus for current and future developments, Bell Flavors & Fragrances EMEA, one of the leading suppliers of flavours, botanical extracts and ingredient
The iba.SPEAKERS CORNER at iba from 15 to 20 September is a new platform to exchange multidisciplinary knowledge. Current and upcoming trends and challenges will be discussed during lectures and
PepsiCo has agreed to acquire SodaStream International, the international producer of home carbonation systems, for $3.2 billion. The transaction will be funded with PepsiCo’s cash on hand. The acquisition has
As a key component of its Engage 2022 strategic growth plan, Aurivo, the agri business headquartered in the north-west of Ireland, has announced a €48 million investment plan for the
Archer Daniels Midland Company has successfully completed its acquisition of Probiotics International – known under its umbrella brand Protexin – a UK-based manufacturer of innovative research-based, natural healthcare and probiotic
Launched in 2017, Iconic Biscuits was developed to fill the need for a locally produced, Northern Ireland biscuit in the international gift market. This year, they have a new range
Coca-Cola is taking a minority ownership stake in BODYARMOR, a fast-growing line of premium sports performance and hydration beverages. Through this strategic relationship, BODYARMOR will remain an independent company and
July’s heatwave was good news for Britain’s pubs but heaped more pressure on the country’s restaurant chains, latest figures from the Coffer Peach Business Tracker show. Managed pub and bar
Arla Foods Ingredients is launching one of the world’s fastest cream cheese manufacturing processes. Traditionally, cream cheese-making is a complex procedure that can take up to 20 hours and generates significant
Leading carton manufacturer, Qualvis, has recently produced a full packaging rebrand for artisan baker, Thomas Fudge’s. Covering their full sweet and savoury biscuit line-up of 7 packs, together with a
Valeo Foods Group, the acquisitive Irish and international food business, is reported to have purchased Tangerine Confectionery of the UK for £100 million (€112 million) from Blackstone Group. The deal
Constellation Brands, the North American and international alcoholic drinks group, is investing US$4 billion (C$5 billion) to increase its stake in Canopy Growth Corporation, a leading diversified cannabis company, to
With the hot summer months in full swing, beer lovers are reaching for their favorite cold brews to beat the heat. But as consumers venture down their grocer’s beer aisle,
Carlsberg Group has increased operating profit organically by 14.2% in the first half of 2018 with all three of its regions – Western Europe, Asia and Eastern Europe – delivering
Aimia Foods is introducing to the market ‘Levi Roots Caribbean Snack Pots’, a range of On the Go Instant Snack Pots, that consumers simply add hot water to and stir
The National Food & Drink Business Conference and Exhibition 2018, Ireland’s premier trade event for the food and drink processing, packaging, ingredients and logistics industries, is being held at the
Ronald Kers, the new chief executive of 2 Sisters Food Group, has spelled out his vision for the future of the company. His first 100 days have been taken up
General Mills is launching new lines across both its Fibre One and Nature Valley portfolios, as it reveals its snacking division has grown +35.4% and household penetration has grown +12.1
Lorien Engineering Solutions, a division of GP Strategies, is working with soft drinks provider Britvic to help install new state-of-the-art production lines at Britvic’s Leeds and Rugby manufacturing sites. Lorien
Carlsberg Group has increased its ownership in the Cambodian brewer Cambrew from 50% to 75%. Cambrew is among the largest brewers in Cambodia. Its largest beer brand – the iconic
Kerry Group, the global taste & nutrition and consumer foods group, has reported a solid underlying business performance for the
Glanbia, the global nutrition group, along with US dairy co-operatives – Dairy Farmers of America and Select Milk Producers –
Ardagh Group has announced that it has recently completed the conversion of its Rugby (UK) beverage can manufacturing plant from
Japanese consumers and restaurants have for decades had a strong preference for Danish pork, which is still growing. Danish Crown
Glanbia, the global nutrition group, has delivered in line with expectations in the first half of 2018. Wholly owned revenue
Synergy Flavours, leading global flavour expert, has launched its newly developed Ruby Chocolate flavour to add to its wide range
These days, more and more skin packs are conquering the retail shelves around the world. The advantages of the skin
Over the past few years, Germany has emerged as a leading force in the so-called ‘vegan revolution’. New research from
HEINEKEN Ireland has appointed Maarten Schuurman (pictured) as its new Managing Director, effective 1st September 2018. Maarten Schuurman has enjoyed a
Diageo, M&S, Lush and Carlsberg are just some of the major names already on board as part of Packaging Innovations and
Two years ago St Peter’s Brewery launched Without®, the world’s first 0.0% alcohol craft beer, which provided a huge sales
Dessert-inspired treats, iced drinks, premium ingredients and unexpected flavours will be prominent on beverage menus across Europe this Christmas, according
Further underlining its commitment to Industry 4.0 readiness for improved manufacturing efficiencies, Macsa ID UK Ltd – a newly established division
Heineken has joined forces with China Resources Enterprise (CRE) and acquired a 40% stake in China Resources Beer (CR Beer)
Diageo has opened the new home of Guinness in America – the Open Gate Brewery & Barrel House in Maryland.
ABP Ireland has been awarded a total of 17 stars at the prestigious annual Great Taste 2018 Awards in London,
Tesa, a global market leader in adhesive tapes, has introduced a new double-sided tape especially designed for reclosure on tape
PepsiCo’s board of directors has unanimously elected Ramon Laguarta to succeed Indra Nooyi as chief executive officer. Indra Nooyi will
Campari, the Italian drinks group, has reported solid organic growth across net sales and all profit indicators in the first
Irish dairy processor Carbery Group achieved great success at the world renowned International Cheese Awards which took place recently in
The PPMA Show 2018, which takes place at the NEC in Birmingham from 25 to 27 September, has unveiled a
Dublin-based Total Produce, Europe’s leading fresh produce company, has completed the acquisition of a 45% equity stake in Dole Food
The latest Irish grocery market share figures from Kantar Worldpanel, for the 12 weeks ending 15 July 2018, show sales
As part of Hi Europe & Ni 2018, trade show organizer UBM will showcase some of the most promising start-ups
Key Technology, a member of the Duravant family of operating companies, has introduced VERYX® digital sorters for fresh-cut leafy greens. VERYX
Greggs, the leading bakery food-on-the-go retailer in the UK with almost 1,900 retail outlets, increased revenue by 5.2% to £476
Crust & Crumb, the manufacturers of chilled pizzas, pizza bases and flat breads, has announced plans to build a new,
Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL), a global leader at the forefront of scientific analysis, consultancy, product development and training, has established
A system is now available from Interfood Technology which offers a wide range of cooking methods for many different applications,
Kepak Group has agreed to acquire the UK business and assets of 2 Sisters Red Meat (incorporating St Merryn Foods
A new study by Action on Sugar at Queen Mary University of London, published by the journal BMJ Open,1 has investigated
Award-winning global brand and design agency Coley Porter Bell has unveiled the design for a healthy new children’s offering from Jordans Cereals. The
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