Ferrero International, the Italian confectionery group, has completed the acquisition of Fannie May Confections Brands and the Harry London chocolate
- Next-generation spirits innovation to be shaped by premiumization, convenience, generational shifts, and AI, says new GlobalData study Spirits consumers are increasingly adopting a “drink less but drink better” outlook, as they seek products that offer superior craftsmanship, unique flavors, and premium ingredients. Premiumization, convenience, a generational shift...
- Irish Whiskey Association appoints master blender Helen Mulholland as its first woman chairperson The Irish Whiskey Association has announced that Helen Mulholland (pictured above), master blender with Sazerac Ireland, is now to lead the representative body for the all-island Irish whiskey industry. Ms...
- New figures reveal dramatic uplift in sales revenue for UK food manufacturers UK food manufacturers are riding high on a wave of newfound confidence, as figures reveal a dramatic uplift in sales revenue and purchasing. Small and mid-sized firms saw their average...
- FSAI’S new five-year strategy to ensure continued trust in Ireland’s food systems The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) has published its new Strategy for 2025-2029, setting out an ambitious strategic roadmap to safeguard consumer health and assure continued trust in Ireland’s...
- Irish Distillers expands direct-to-consumer offering to new European markets Midleton Distillery Collection, Irish Distillers’ online shop, has announced the expansion of its direct-to-consumer offering to new European markets – Italy and Spain – to meet demand for its whiskey...
UK organic milk volumes increased by 4.4% in 2016, in contrast to the standard milk category which fell by 1.9%
New research from Mintel reveals that sales of pasta in Italy had a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -2% between
An online knowledge-sharing platform designed to maximise the potential of whey protein and lactose has been set up by Arla
The PPMA Show, the UK’s unmissable, free-to-attend, processing and packaging machinery exhibition, returns to the NEC from 26-28 September to
The food and beverage sector is dealing with constantly changing requirements imposed by clients and suppliers such as exchanging messages
British consumers are developing a growing taste for home-grown brands, according to Kantar Worldpanel’s fifth annual barometer of the nation’s
The European Commission has expanded the global fight against illegal fishing by listing Saint Vincent & the Grenadines and the
The Frutarom Food Protection Business Unit has expanded its organic oxidation management solutions line with an organic rosemary extract designed
Danone, together with The Abraaj Group, a leading investor in growth markets, has added three new production lines to its
UK food group Cranswick has reported a 22.5% jump in revenue from continuing operations to £1.245 billion for the year
The Lavazza Group, the Italian coffee roaster, has purchased an 80% equity stake in Kicking Horse Coffee, from the private-equity
EFSA has set dietary reference values for vitamin K as part of its review of scientific advice on nutrient intakes.
MEPs are supporting efforts to halve food waste in the EU by 2030, by lifting existing restrictions on food donations
Tna has launched the tna ropac® 5, a ground-breaking, ultra-high-speed case packer for flexible bags that is capable of industry-leading
Irish and international food group Dawn Meats has agreed a strategic partnership with Dunbia, the Northern Ireland-based meat processor, to
UK soft drinks group Britvic increased revenue by 11.5% to £756.3 million and pre-exceptional EBITA by 6.7% to £73.6 million
The fifth annual Brand Footprint Ireland ranking from Kantar Worldpanel, measuring which brands are being bought by the most consumers
Protein is in the global spotlight as we strive to meet the nutritional needs of a population set to hit
Orkla Food Ingredients, a business area of Orkla, has signed a license agreement with Renaissance BioScience Corp to exclusively produce
Greencore Group, a leading manufacturer of convenience food in the UK and US, has reported a 46.1% increase in revenue
While the outcome of Brexit may be uncertain, Mintel’s flagship British Lifestyles report reveals that consumers are braced for an expensive future
Häagen-Dazs has announced a major brand reset, to bring a new generation of shoppers on board as part of a
The European Commission has approved the addition of a new wine name from the United Kingdom to the quality register
Leading print and packaging business, Qualvis, has created a new range of eye-catching packs for Purple Patch Cereals. The new
According to the latest figures published by the European Commission, the monthly value of EU agri-food exports in March 2017 reached a
Coca-Cola European Partners (CCEP) has launched a major renewable project, with all electricity generated by a brand new solar farm
Manor Farm, which is the largest chicken processor in the Republic of Ireland, and Tesco Ireland have launched the first
Tate & Lyle, a leading global provider of food ingredients and solutions, has introduced 17 new non-GMO starches with the
RAPS has invested around €1.5 million in new technology at its German headquarters. Working with a renowned plant manufacturer, a
Marston’s, the UK beer and pubs group, has agreed to acquire the Charles Wells brewing business from the Charles Wells
Nomad Foods, Europe’s leading frozen foods company which was created following a series of major acquisition deals, is reported to
ARYZTA, a global food business with a leadership position in speciality bakery, has appointed Kevin Toland as Chief Executive Officer.
Bord Bia and 21 Irish food companies are exploring new opportunities with Continental European food retailers as they look beyond their
As consumers across Europe embrace a healthier lifestyle, a growing trend for more moderate alcohol consumption is emerging. Research conducted
Dairy Crest has reported a 1.3% decrease in revenue to £416.6 million for the year ended 31 March 2017, although
Aston Manor, the largest independently owned cider maker in the UK and the second largest manufacturer of cider in the
China’s infant milk formula (IMF) market is poised for impressive growth in the next five years as a result of
Product of the Year – the UK’s largest independent survey of product innovation – is now in its 14th year
As part of the two-day Enterprise Ireland/IDA Trade & Investment Mission in Ireland event, the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and
C&C Group, the Irish and UK drinks business, has reported a flat operating profit on a constant currency basis of
Nestlé has inaugurated its new SFr145 million (€132 million) Al-Maha factory in Dubai, which produces Nescafé coffee and Maggi cooking
Ian Peart, currently Channel Director, On-Trade for Pernod Ricard UK, has been promoted to the position of Business Development Director,
Dawn Meats has become the first Irish food manufacturing company to achieve the coveted Business Working Responsibly Mark at its
Bridge2Food, the international food industry networking company, is running a state of the industry survey to gauge views on the
Premier Foods, the UK convenience food group, has reported a 1.4% decrease in underlying sales to £790.4 million for the
Peter’s Food Service’s successful Welsh Rugby Heroes campaign has been recognised at this year’s CIM Marketing Excellence Awards, beating off
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Nestlé UK & Ireland, Dame Fiona Kendrick has decided to stand down as the
Morrisons, the UK’s fourth largest food retailer, has agreed a new three-year contract starting in March 2018 that will mean
Bosch Packaging Technology has opened its new customer solutions centre at Weert in the Netherlands, to help food and non-food