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The latest edition of Defra’s Food statistics pocketbook, updated in July 2026, brings together official data covering the food chain, consumer spending, manufacturing, trade and supply. Here are some …

Four ways more frequent heatwaves could change UK food production

Heatwaves are becoming a more significant factor for the UK food and drink supply chain, influencing everything from crop yields and livestock productivity to factory cooling requirements and ingredie …

Heinz has launched a customisable ketchup lid that allows consumers to choose how much sauce they dispense based on the food they are eating.

What food and drink brands need to know about the EU’s new packaging rules

Food and drink businesses selling into the European Union need to prepare for significant changes to packaging regulation, with the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation generally applying fro …

Expert Insights: Jason Danciger on sustainable growth for food brands and what it takes to be an effective leader in F&B

Jason Danciger, CEO - France, Ireland, Benelux & United Kingdom at Hana Group, discusses sustainable growth for food brands and what it takes to be an effective leader in F&B.

FDF Industry Awards 2026 shortlist celebrates manufacturing excellence

The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has revealed the finalists for the FDF Industry Awards 2026, celebrating the organisations, projects and individuals making an impact across the UK food and drink m …

Vanilla Etc. launches alcohol-free vanilla bean paste for food and drink manufacturers

Yorkshire-based vanilla specialist Vanilla Etc. has expanded its ingredient range with the launch of a Madagascan Alcohol-Free Vanilla Bean Paste, developed for manufacturers seeking authentic vanilla …

In the latest instalment of IFE Manufacturing’s Expert Insights series, Dr Paul Sheldrake of Focus Food Solutions shares his perspective on ingredient selection, product formulation and reformulation.

Expert Insights: Simon Bell on scaling, cash flow and commercial growth

FDReviews expert Simon Bell shares practical advice on scaling a food business, improving cash flow, winning new customers and building sustainable growth.