Food Industry News
A collection of Food latest news, analysis and best practices from top business influencers and the world's most trustworthy sources.
Food industry warns of inflation 'calm before the storm'
Food and retail bosses have warned the fall in food inflation is the “calm before the storm,” as business brace for the Iran war to push up energy costs. Trade body Food and Drink Federation (FDF) said Wednesday's drop in food…
Why are food prices rising?
Headlines have been filled with reports that food prices will soar as a result of the conflict in the Middle East. Greengrocer Chris Bavin joins us with some much needed reassurance to explain what's really going on with the supply chain at the…
Surprising high protein foods: Take the quiz
It helps build and repair muscle, keep hunger at bay and even protect our bones. Protein is perhaps the nation's most popular health obsession right now. And food manufacturers are constantly coming up with new products to make packing this…
Anthony Albanese urged to introduce a controversial junk food tax
Billions could be saved in health costs with new tax Taxing junk food could save 200,000 lives READ MORE: Labor MP's new push for a sugar tax gains momentum The federal government is being called upon to consider a 20 per cent tax on unhealthy…
The ultra-processed foods swelling profits of 'healthy' UK stores
Snacks high in sugar and fat are often perceived to be healthier than they are READ MORE: Inside America's most rebellious Whole Foods that secretly sells your favorite junk food Shoppers are being 'tricked' into assuming snacks are healthier than…
Fenway Park offers 4 new food concessions, including lobster poutine
Baseball is so back, bringing tens of thousands of fans to Fenway Park to watch the game, sure, but to also feast on American pastime food and beverage staples. The Fenway Frank, peanuts, and beer will of course be available and plenty. But…
China's Food-Delivery Companies Rally After Regulator Signals Renewed Push to Curb Price War
Meituan shares closed 14% higher on Wednesday, while Alibaba and JD.com shares gained 4.6% and 4.85%, respectively. That outperformed the Hang Seng Tech Index's 1.9% gain. The State Administration for Market Regulation, China's top market…
Most Instagrammable cafe' at London St Pancras slapped with food hygiene rating of 1
Get our award-winning daily news email featuring exclusive stories, opinion and expert analysis I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice. EL&N in St Pancras has been awarded one of…
UK holiday hotspot hit with 180 infections as authorities ban food
A warning has been issued following an outbreak of a serious infection in a holiday destination hugely popular with British tourists. The Foreign Office-backed Travel Health Pro website stated that 'as of' March 19 there have been 65 cases of…
Food supplement adverts claiming treatment for menopause banned
News from The City, market updates plus comment and analysis from our business desk I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice. Five adverts for supplements claiming to treat symptoms…
Middle East war: Could it lead to higher food bills in NI?
Patrick Fee Business correspondent, BBC News NI First energy bills, then petrol prices. Now the cost of food could be the next price jump as a result of the war in the Middle East. Nitrogen-based fertilisers are an essential part of modern farming…
Unilever (UL) Reportedly Explores Food Business Spin-Off and Combination with McCormick
Unilever PLC (NYSE:UL) is one of the 12 Best UK Stocks to Buy According to Hedge Funds. On March 19, 2026, Unilever PLC (NYSE:UL) was reported to be in discussions to spin off its food business and combine it with McCormick in an all-stock…
Families face £150 a year surge in food bills because of 'Trumpflation'
The Middle East crisis could add more than £150 a year to the average family's grocery bill, experts have warned. The Institute of Grocery Distribution has more than doubled its forecast for food inflation this year, from 3.6% to over 8% by…
Hormel Foods Corp. stock outperforms competitors on strong trading day
Shares of Hormel Foods Corp. HRL rallied 1.03% to $22.65 Tuesday, on what proved to be an all-around rough trading session for the stock market, with the S&P 500 Index SPX falling 0.37% to 6,556.37 and Dow Jones Industrial Average DJIA falling…
Reds fans can expect new food options as Opening Day arrives Thursday in Cincinnati
Cincinnati Reds fans are preparing for Opening Day at Great American Ball Park, which is scheduled to begin in less than 24 hours. The stadium is introducing several new signature food items for the upcoming season, including meat-based dishes…
Receive a Daily briefing on Food Industry News
Get Started