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Whyte & Mackay is a whisky manufacturer based in Scotland. Credit: Getty / Leon Harris

Whisky maker facing strike threat at 3 distilleries

Whyte & Mackay workers at three distilleries are voting on strike action, GMB Scotland has announced.

Almost 1,000 members of staff at two of Morrisons' distribution centres have voted in favour of strike action. Image: Getty

Morrisons warehouse staff to stage mass walk out

Workers across two of Morrisons distribution centres have voted in favour of strike action after pay negotiations broke down with the retailer.

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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.

John Shepherd poses with the firm's new range of plant-based products. Credit: Daz Mack

‘Every decision during production is made with our planet in mind’

John Shepherd, co-founder of plant-based protein manufacturer Myco, discusses the firm’s debut product range and the development of Hooba, the basis of its meat alternatives which is made using oyster mushrooms.

PAN UK has found multiple forms of forever chemicals in fruit and vegetables. Credit: Getty/ZeynepKaya

Forever chemicals in fruit and veg: just how worried should I be?

The Pesticide Action Network analysed results from the UK Government's residue testing programme and reported 10 different PFAS pesticides were detected in fruit and vegetables - but should you be concerned?

All Things Butter lands £2.2m investment to expand range and reach

British food manufacturer All Things Butter has secured a further £2.2m of investment.

Godminster Organic Farm in Bruton, Somerset, is among the UK farms involved and supplies Ocado with White’s Organic Jumbo Oats via White’s and Godminster organic cheese

UK farm project to show intensive farmers another way

Five UK farms are setting themselves up to be the gold standard in environmentally-friendly farming after research revealed that the deterioration of the UK’s natural environment could lead to an estimated 12% loss to GDP.

Researchers conducted DNA analysis of 362,931 strains of bacteria. Credit: Getty / jmsilva

Antibiotic-resistant Salmonella 'spread by intensive pig farming'

Changes made to pig farming practises during the 20th century led to the spread of antibiotic-resistant Salmonella around the world, new research suggests.

Lidl stores in Wales will now be stocked with 'fully' Welsh milk

Pembrokeshire Creamery secures supply deal with Lidl

Pembrokeshire Creamery has signed a deal with discount retailer Lidl to supply its Welsh stores with milk produced and bottled in Wales, supported by its new £20m bottling facility.

2 Sisters owner Bopraran Holdings reported an after tax loss of £37.5m

2 Sisters owner still in the red despite £3bn sales

2 Sisters Food Group owner Boparan Holdings has reported sales and operational profit growth in its financial results for the year ended 29 July 2023, but exceptional items and net finance charges landed the group further into the red.

Up to £50 million has been promised from government to fund technology and help reduce reliance on migrant labour. Credit: Getty/Hiroshi Watanabe

Government responds to Shropshire Review with up to £50m

The Government has announced several measures it will be taking following the publication of John Shropshire’s Independent Review into Labour Shortages in the Food Supply Chain.

Mars is investing $47m in the initiative over the next three years. Credit: Getty / Smederevac

Mars unveils $47m ‘sustainable dairy plan’, partners with FrieslandCampina

Global F&B manufacturer Mars has announced plans to launch a new sustainable dairy initiative backed by a $47m investment over three years.

Natasha Clinical Trial shows promise for natural food allergy treatment. Credit: Getty/ollo

Clinical trials show promise in oral immunotherapy to tackle food allergies

Two years into its three-year run, The Natasha Allergy Research Foundation has seen positive results from its clinical trial aiming to help desensitise children with food allergies using a technique known as oral immunotherapy.