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Around half of allergies develop during adulthood. Credit: Getty / Jacobs Stock Photography Ltd

2.4m UK adults suffer from food allergies

Approximately 6% of the UK adult population have a food allergy, according to new research by the Food Standards Agency (FSA).

Six countries other than the UK need to ratify its membership by October 2024 for the deal to enter into force by the end of the year. Credit: Getty / Andy Andrews

UK ratifies deal to join Indo-Pacific trade bloc, seals tax agreement with Peru

The UK has moved a step closer to joining the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) by ratifying its membership.

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Innovating amidst the challenges: harnessing data and digital tools for NPD

With an increasing number of regulatory, social and environmental challenges, NPD in the food manufacturing sector is becoming increasingly complex. Discover why digitalisation, data and networking are revolutionising the process.

The site in Salford is almost 90 years old. Credit: Kellanova

Kellogg’s Manchester factory to close with 360 jobs losses expected

Kellanova has confirmed that its Kellogg’s cereal factory in Manchester will close towards the end of 2026.

Guinness has been brewed at St James' Gate for 264 years. Credit: Diageo

Guinness owner investing over €100m in historic Dublin brewery

Guinness owner Diageo has announced plans to invest more than €100m to decarbonise its St James’s Gate site in Dublin.

Leadership coach, Amy Wilkinson, explains how you can be better networker. Credit: Getty/Compassionate Eye Foundation/David Oxberry

5 ways to beat networking nerves

Leadership coach Amy Wilkinson gives top tips to help you build your conversation confidence and help you forge meaningful connections at food and drink business events.

Both Tesco and Aldi have issued recent recalls. Credit: Getty / bymuratdeniz

Tesco recalls pickle range over concerns it contains glass

Tesco has recalled a range of pickle because individual jars may contain pieces of glass.

Tennent's has brewed beer in Scotland since 1885. Credit: Getty / STasker

Tennent’s to close depot placing jobs under threat

Scottish brewer Tennent’s has announced plans to close its Newbridge site in Edinburgh.

The firm owns a number of leading food brands such as Ambrosia. Credit: Premier Foods

Premier Foods profits soar as firm publishes 2023/24 results

Premier Foods has released its financial results for the 52 weeks to 30 March 2024.

A tasting session of Ivy Farm products recently took place in Iceland. Credit: Ivy Farm Technologies

Ivy Farm to scale cultivated meat production at Finnish Government backed innovation hub

UK cultivated meat firm Ivy Farm Technologies has formed an exclusive scale-up and manufacturing partnership with Finnish company Synbio Powerlabs.

Britvic profits up 10% year-on-year during H1

Drinks manufacturer Britvic has enjoyed a positive first half to its fiscal year, revealing growth in revenue, volumes and profit.

Scottish shortbread manufacturer secures £750k to help drive exports

Dean’s of Huntly is using trade finance provided by Virgin Money and guaranteed by UK Export Finance to meet overseas demand as far afield as Australia and China.