Latest Developments in the British Meat Industry
Despite a prolonged period of uncertainty, the demand for meat remains high, and consumers continue to value quality produce. Market research firm, IBIS World, estimated...
Category : Manufacturing
Pilgrim’s, a pork processor, makes £5m investment in factory
Pilgrim’s, a leading pork processor, recently invested £5 million in its factory, focusing on automation, sustainability improvements, and reducing plastics. The investment included £800,000 spent...
Nestlé devises innovative sugar reduction technology for multiple product categories
Nestlé has recently developed an innovative cross-category sugar reduction technology. This development aligns with the current food and beverage industry trends, with a focus on...
Colombia Welcomes Unilever’s New Food Manufacturing Facility
Unilever, a leading consumer goods giant, has recently inaugurated a new factory in Colombia, dedicated to its local food brands Fruco and Del Huerto. Located...
Dovecote Park, a Burger King supplier, unveils eco-friendly factory expansion in green belt
Dovecote Park, a key supplier to Burger King and other renowned food establishments, is seeking permission from the North Yorkshire Council to expand its factory...
Labour Crisis Leads to Soaring Costs for UK Meat Processors
British meat firms are facing a labor crisis, resulting in spiraling costs and significant challenges in recruitment. To overcome this issue, businesses are resorting to...
Recalls Initiated Due to Allergen Threat and Manufacturing Errors
This past month, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) has reported seven instances of food recalls due to undeclared allergens. The majority of these alerts (4)...
Amcor makes new investment for expansion in shrink bags and films
Amcor has recently unveiled a state-of-the-art production line at its Swansea site, dedicated to the production of PVdC-free shrink bags and films for the meat...
WHO rules Aspartame as ‘possible carcinogen’ but still safe for consumption in moderation
The findings of two World Health Organization studies into the safety of artificial sweetener aspartame have revealed that the ingredient is a “possible carcinogen” but...
British Meat Industry Trade Body Admits Labor Shortage is a Complex Issue to Address
The British Meat Processors Association (BMPA) stated that advice urging companies in the sector to hire more British workers fails to consider the suitability and...