All Supply Chain articles – Page 4
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NewsBakkafrost Scotland hit by lower harvests and fish losses
Revenues in the country fell 50.6% year on year to DKK 213m (£24.5m) whilst operational EBIT also languished at DKK –139m (£16m) despite improving 4.8%
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Comment & OpinionGrocery’s biggest losses are hiding in plain sight
One retailer blamed its stores for stock losses, until independent checks found 64% of the problem was happening upstream all along, says Faisal Ashfaq, director of supply chain integrity at RAS
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NewsNGOs call for government to stop expansion of ‘intensive poultry farming’
The coalition, led by River Action UK, wrote a letter to Defra secretary Angela Eagle pressing for the release of analysis showing ‘the need for more poultry’ and to pursue a ‘regenerative poultry sector growth plan’
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NewsNoble Foods launches egg food-to-go brand Kudos
Available in Sainsbury’s stores from 1 September, the initial range includes Feta & Tomato Egg Bites (rsp: £1.50/2x30g) and Shakshuka Saucy Egg Pots (rsp: £1.60/85g) – launching into 410 and 423 stores, respectfully
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NewsQuorn launches ‘freezer aisle must-have’ Hot & Spicy Bites
They have a ‘fiery punch and satisfying crunch’ according to the leading meat-free brand and will land in Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Waitrose this September, as well as Morrisons from October
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NewsDefra must do more to build resilience to food shocks: NAO
With short and long-term risks becoming ‘potentially more severe’ Defra needed to review its response planning for food supply chain risks, the NAO urged
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NewsUK food supply in ‘firing line’ as El Niño ‘supersizes’ to record highs
Up to a quarter of the UK’s food imports (worth £17bn) could be impacted by this year’s accelerating El Niño climate pattern, experts have warned
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News2 Sisters’ Boparan warns UK food security at threat without action
In a statement released this week, the food industry boss called for coordinated action from government and industry to make the country more self sufficient in the face of global supply chain challenges
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NewsLidl moves to Chilean jack mackerel over sustainability fears
The supermarket told The Grocer it was transitioning to Marine Stewardship Council-certified Chilean jack mackerel for its tinned mackerel and that it would be reviewing its sourcing for smoked mackerel ahead of its next purchasing window
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NewsHeck to launch high-protein Cumberland Chicken Sausages
The ‘protein-packed’ six-sausage SKU has been made with lean chicken, black pepper, sage and spices, and will be available nationwide at Morrisons and Tesco from mid-September
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NewsBritish farmers lose £5bn due to extreme heat
This summer’s extreme heat and drought are projected to have led to the worst harvest on record
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NewsDawn Meats pushes back net zero target after Alliance Group acquisition
The multinational said the decision had been taken following its acquisition of Alliance Group – the New Zealand sheep meat exporter it took control of through a £110m investment deal last October
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NewsBoursin launches limited-edition Hot Honey & Roasted Garlic cheese
The business said the SKU combined ‘sweet honey’ with ‘warming honey’ and ‘rich roasted garlic’ to tap into growing consumer appetite for bold and adventurous combinations
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NewsPilgrim’s workers begin strike over pay in Enniskillen
Unite, which represents approximately 130 workers employed by Pilgrim’s Europe at the facility, has announced the strike will begin at 6.30am on Wednesday 2 September
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NewsFewer than half of British consumers trust food labels, survey finds
The analysis also showed 53% of respondents thought food labels were ‘overwhelming’
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NewsStrawberry growers call for retailer support as late season volumes rise
The latest forecasts from British Berry Growers suggests availability will be significantly above the same period last year, with particularly strong supplies anticipated over the next fortnight
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NewsScottish abattoirs reject ‘intimidating’ meat inspection action
FSS announced its 2026/27 rates in March, giving businesses three weeks’ notice of an 8.6% rise in official veterinarian charges and a 10.4% surge in meat hygiene inspector rates
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NewsUrgent action required over Brazilian meat imports, farmers say
In a joint letter to Defra secretary of state Angela Eagle, the NFU, NFU Scotland, Ulster Farmers’ Union and NFU Cymru have called for a UK-wide ban on Brazilian Products of Animal Origin (POAO) from 3 September
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News2 Sisters still trucking in water to Willand site due to restrictions
In order to maintain production at the Devon facility, The Grocer understands the business has been bringing additional water in by road since mid-July
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NewsDefra urged to speed up Brazilian beef assessment
The EU’s proposed ban on all Brazilian products of animal origin, including beef and chicken, is due to come into force on 3 September