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Changing consumer tastes and new anti-obesity regulations boost wave of entrants in UK
Mandatory scheme’s high costs pose threat to some companies’ profits
Inflation, extreme weather and the war in Ukraine have driven up the price of festive staples
First outing for chancellor’s red box in 18 months will focus on delivering economic growth
There is growing concern that the country’s immigration system is exposing migrant workers to abuse
Investors hope more lab-grown food will enter potentially lucrative market after US safety approval
Israeli licensee says he can continue sales in West Bank after conclusion of dispute between multinational and its subsidiary
World’s largest confectionery maker on track to double the value of sales in developing countries in five years
NFU head says ministers have been slow in responding to her concerns
Prioritising the ‘benefits’ of Brexit over economic gain set a poor precedent for future agreements, say critics
Swiss group to spin out meal kit business and announces review of peanut allergy treatment
UK should be more self-sufficient and increase seasonal worker visas, Eliza Manningham-Buller tells NFU
Avian flu and soaring production costs due to the Ukraine war have led farmers to quit, causing supermarket shortages
Entrepreneur lays groundwork for US domination after tumultuous period for craft brewer
Those attending Defra meeting criticise simplification of payment schemes and new uncertainty
Butchers suggest customers look to alternative meats while they rush to secure high-end birds
Adam Minto steps down after group reveals investigation and slashes forecasts
Butchers left without free-range supplies for festive period because of strain that is ‘growing exponentially’
New data show beverage companies including PepsiCo are among consumer groups using more non-recycled plastics
Move follows successful New Zealand pilot scheme during which company reported happier and more engaged staff
Consumer goods group passes cost inflation on to customers and flags declining sales
It is a major public health mistake to delay or cancel restrictions on unhealthy products
Consumers go back to measures including making packed lunches and buying cut-price out-of-date food
Growers and importers warn that consumers will pay the price for tax changes that penalise stronger drinks
Companies used to take water for granted in their accounting. Not any more
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