All Recruitment & workforce articles – Page 2
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NewsFSA appoints Professor Ian Young as new Chief Scientific Adviser
Professor Ian Young will guide the Food Standards Agency’s scientific agenda, shaping evidence-based food policy and strengthening links with the wider research community.
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NewsEuropean Commission gives final approval to Mars' $36bn Kellanova acquisition
European Commission grants final approval for Mars’ $36bn Kellanova acquisition, creating a global snacking powerhouse with nine billion-dollar brands.
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NewsBarilla unveils global food innovation centre in Parma
Barilla has opened a major food innovation centre in Parma to accelerate research, technology and global product development across pasta, sauces and bakery.
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NewsNestlé invests £28m in Dalston factory to boost instant coffee production
Nestlé has announced a £28 million upgrade to its Dalston factory, boosting instant coffee production capacity, sustainability and workplace efficiency.
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NewsPremier Foods announces £36m Worksop site investment and new Loyd Grossman deal
Premier Foods will upgrade its Worksop site, bring Loyd Grossman production in-house and extend the brand partnership to 2034.
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Starbucks sells majority stake in China business to Boyu Capital
Starbucks will sell a majority stake in its $13 billion China business to Boyu Capital under a landmark joint venture.
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NewsMcDonald’s and Arla strengthen dairy partnership with nature-led sustainability drive
McDonald’s joins Arla’s FarmAhead partnership to drive sustainability, boost biodiversity and strengthen soil health across 60 UK dairy farms.
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NewsFSA publishes revised UK food safety law codes to modernise enforcement
The Food Standards Agency has updated the UK Food Law Codes of Practice and Guidance, helping councils modernise enforcement and strengthen food safety standards.
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NewsCMA Phase 1 investigation flags chilled sauces risk in Greencore-Bakkavor deal
The UK competition watchdog’s Phase 1 investigation has raised concerns over Greencore’s planned acquisition of Bakkavor, citing risks in chilled supermarket sauces.
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NewsArla marks 50 years at Lockerbie with £144 million investment
Celebrating 50 years at Lockerbie, Arla Foods is investing £144 million to boost cheese-making facilities, drive innovation, create jobs and cut emissions.
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NewsWendy’s launch Project Fresh to accelerate global brand growth
Fast food chain Wendy’s has unveiled Project Fresh, a global strategy built on four pillars to modernise operations, enhance performance and boost profitability.
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NewsNestlé and World Farmers’ Organisation partner to build climate-resilient food systems
Nestlé and the World Farmers’ Organisation announce a “first of its kind” partnership to champion regenerative agriculture and farmer-led solutions to climate change.
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ArticleThe UK Government needs to value its food system
Dr Clive Black, Vice Chairman of Shore Capital Markets, delivers a blunt assessment of the UK Government’s failure to value its food system, warning that without serious change in policy and mindset, Britain risks undermining its own food security.
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DoorDash completes £2.9bn Deliveroo takeover in UK expansion
US food delivery giant DoorDash has finalised its £2.9 billion takeover of Deliveroo, pledging continuity and growth for UK stakeholders.
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Starbucks closing stores in US and UK as part of major global restructure
Following a strategic review of its coffeehouse portfolio, the global coffee chain has announced plans to close stores in the US and UK and cut 900 US jobs.
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NewsMars invests €1bn to upgrade its EU food manufacturing operations by 2026
Mars will invest €1 billion in EU operations by 2026 to modernise factories, boost sustainability and drive innovation across its food portfolio.
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NewsMcDonald’s digital transformation accelerates with AI, cloud platforms and loyalty focus
McDonald’s accelerates its digital transformation with AI-powered kitchens, cloud systems and loyalty schemes designed to improve efficiency and customer engagement.
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Cranswick apologises for ‘lapse in standards’ after pig abuse footage surfaces at second farm
Cranswick has apologised after historic footage emerged from a second Lincolnshire farm it owns, showing severe pig abuse and mistreatment.
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NewsArla warns UK food security at risk from dairy labour shortages
Arla Foods calls for urgent action as labour shortages across UK dairy farming and manufacturing threaten national food security.
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NewsMars invests $2 billion to boost its US food manufacturing operations
Mars has committed to investing $2 billion in its US operations by 2026, expanding production, creating jobs and scaling key brands such as Nature’s Bakery.