All Russia-Ukraine conflict articles
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Comment & OpinionVolatile times will push food & drink CEOs to bold choices
The rules of fmcg have changed: the old business model is broken and will not be returning to pre-Covid norms, says Warren Ackerman, head of European consumer staples research at Barclays
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Comment & OpinionFood inflation: instead of berating industry, Rachel Reeves needs to help
Despite what you may have read, the price of Easter eggs is coming down
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Analysis & FeaturesHow does forecourt fuel market work and why do pump prices vary so much?
Fuel has shot up at the pumps since the Middle East conflict, and prices can vary hugely. So how are they set? And to what extent are forecourts profiteering?
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Category ReportThe cage conundrum: trends in eggs 2026
Demand for free-range eggs is up and a UK cage ban looms – but Ukrainian egg imports cast doubt on the government’s commitment to welfare
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Comment & OpinionUkraine agreement could be a haymaker for British egg producers
As reported by The Grocer, minister for trade Chris Bryant touted the step as necessary to help shore up Ukraine’s beleaguered economy. But he will not find any friends among a sector thinking it’s being shafted to help prop up the embattled country
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NewsEgg industry blasts government over Ukraine tariff betrayal
This week the minister for trade, Chris Bryant, announced the extension as ‘much-needed support to Ukraine and its businesses’
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NewsSurging Ukrainian egg and poultry imports ‘damaging UK producers’ NFU warns
The government has been urged to ‘support the British poultry sector’ by curbing tariff-free access for cheaper Ukrainian eggs and poultrymeat
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NewsImports of cheap glass threatening UK manufacturers
Imports of Turkish glass into the UK have jumped by 19,000% since 2018
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NewsBeluga Vodka makes UK grocery return under new ownership
The brand was unceremoniously pulled from the UK in 2022
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NewsCo-op to cut ties with Israel and other countries in sourcing policy overhaul
The retailer’s members recently voted to ban Israeli goods from shelves
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NewsConcerns grow over influx of Ukrainian eggs into UK market
Egg industry insiders have warned two companies are eyeing potential expansion in the UK
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NewsCo-op members vote to ban Israeli goods from shelves
A motion to stop stocking Israeli products was passed at the company’s latest AGM with overwhelming support from members
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Comment & OpinionWhy the NFCU is gaining new powers to tackle food fraud
Enhanced powers will relieve the burden from external partners such as the police, says Andrew Quinn, head of the National Food Crime Unit
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NewsFood business confidence crashes amid fears over taxation and EPR costs
A bombardment of taxation and regulation has led to a drastic fall in food industry business confidence, according to a damning report released by the FDF
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Comment & OpinionFive years on, we need to stop scapegoating Brexit
Brexit has since been superseded by other events, says Patrick Finlay, MD of The Category Management Company
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NewsUK helps Ukraine track stolen grains from Russia-occupied regions
The new Grain Verification Scheme will help Ukraine trace agricultural goods stolen by Russia and sold internationally
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Analysis & FeaturesCommodities outlook: what threats lie ahead in 2025?
Unpredictable and extreme weather, the threat of US tariffs, and instability in the Middle East will all affect food commodities
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NewsMedia Bites 16 December: Douglas Lamont, seasonal workers, mega sprouts
Tony’s Chocolonely boss Douglas Lamont advises opinionated CEOs to ‘stay in your lane’
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NewsMedia Bites 4 December: Coca-Cola, junk food advertising ban, pie theft
Coca-Cola has drawn the ire of environmentalists after weakening its recycling and reuse goals
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NewsCarlsberg to complete Russia exit following management buyout
Carlsberg’s Baltika Breweries subsidiary has been under state control since last summer