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Another round of CO2 shortages possible, food and drink industry warns

Britain could face another round of CO2 shortages unless a new deal is struck to secure 60% of the UK’s supply, the food and drink industry has warned. A shortage developed in September after production was paused at two fertiliser factories in ...

26 Jan 2022 at 13:25

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Fears of new CO2 shortage after last fertiliser plant confirms shutdown

The UK’s last fertiliser plant is to halt production, sparking fears that it could lead to a sudden shortfall in carbon dioxide needed for the food and drink industry. CF Fertilisers confirmed the move at its remaining UK ammonia plant at ...

25 Aug 2022 at 11:58

Yousaf launches 10-year plan to see food sector thrive on Brexit anniversary

Humza Yousaf has called on the food industry to work together as he launched a 10-year stability strategy for the sector. The First Minister launched the strategy at the Royal Highland Show in Edinburgh on Friday with an “initial” £5 ...

23 Jun 2023 at 16:09

Major supermarkets back call to ban cages for UK hens

Major supermarkets and food industry leaders have backed calls for the Government to ban cages for egg-laying hens. In a letter to Environment Secretary Steve Reed on Wednesday, food companies urged ministers to bolster action on ...

27 Nov 2024 at 09:00

Man arrested in connection with theft of 22 tonnes of Neal’s Yard cheese

Detectives investigating the theft of more than 22 tonnes of cheese from Neal’s Yard Dairy have arrested a 63-year-old man on suspicion of fraud and handling stolen goods. A Metropolitan Police spokesman said: “On Monday October ...

31 Oct 2024 at 13:25

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McDonald’s customers in UK and France not ‘Lovin’ It’ as global sales slump

McDonald’s sales have fallen for the second consecutive quarter, as the fast food giant struggled with weak demand in the UK, France and other international markets. The company said global comparable sales slid 1.5% for the ...

30 Oct 2024 at 09:46

Supermarket price wars ‘chilling prospect’ for farmers, says MP in regulator bid

Supermarket price wars are a “chilling prospect” for food growers, an MP has said amid efforts to join up regulation covering shops and farmers. Alistair Carmichael said the farm-to-fork pipeline needed “direct action” from ...

19 Mar 2025 at 14:55

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Greencore hikes earnings amid takeover tussle for rival

Supermarket sandwich maker Greencore has said full-year earnings are set to be better than expected thanks to robust sales and efforts to keep costs under control. The food-to-go specialist, which supplies all major UK ...

01 Apr 2025 at 08:23

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Premier Foods reveals rising profits amid stronger Mr Kipling sales

Mr Kipling maker Premier Foods has revealed stronger-than-expected profits as sales of sweet snacks increased. The group said it benefited from strong shopper demand for its premium branded products despite pressure ...

15 May 2025 at 10:28

Kilkenny bakery 'sweeps the sourdough category' at Blas na hÉireann 2022

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Kilkenny bakery sweep the sourdough category at Blas na hÉireann 2022

Arán Bakery and Bistro won Supreme Champion of the Blas na hÉireann 2022 awards after winning gold for their spelt sourdough bread. Sweeping the sourdough category, Arán also won the bronze with their heritage ...

03 Oct 2022 at 12:33

UK food system ‘relentlessly’ pushing consumers to unhealthy choices – report

The UK food system is “relentlessly” pushing consumers to make unhealthy choices, according to an annual report. The food environment, including the products advertised to consumers, restaurant menus and the ...

14 Nov 2024 at 00:01

Calorie labelling on menus and food products has ‘small’ effect, review finds

Calorie labelling on menus and products has a “small” but “potentially meaningful” effect on people’s food choices, according to a review. Calorie labels in supermarkets, restaurants and other food outlets ...

17 Jan 2025 at 01:00

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