Aldi UK introduces paper packaging for porridge oats in stores

The transition is forecast to save approximately 57t of plastic annually. Budget supermarket chain Aldi UK has enhanced its sustainability by introducing paper packaging for its Everyday Essentials Porridge Oats product across all stores in the country. The initiative ensures that the entire range of the supermarket’s porridge oat products, including Everyday Essentials, Organic, and […]

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How the Internet of Things is enhancing the contract catering industry

By Ruby Whipp, VP of Product, at mpro5 The ongoing integration of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies is revolutionising how caterers, hotels and restaurants operate. IoT devices, in conjunction with process management apps, automate processes and gather data, helping businesses to make more informed decisions and improve the customer experience. With IoT sensors, caterers can confirm, […]

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Breaking Barriers to the Whisky World

Alistair Moncrieff, Co-Founder, Whisky Partners The global whisky industry is projected to reach a value of $127 billion by 2028. This indicates a robust and expanding market. For consumers, industry players, and investors, there is a significant opportunity to jump on this momentum and change the face of the industry for the better. Opening Doors […]

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Lamb throughput marginally higher than expected but concerns remain

The latest figures for lambs processed to date were marginally higher than expected, recent processing figures from Defra have revealed, which has been welcomed by Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC). However, the red meat promotion body has raised concerns about the overall declining lamb crop figures. Whilst the 2023-24 lamb crop was […]

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Omnia Technologies acquires ACMI, SACMI Beverage and SACMI Labelling to create a leading provider of turnkey high-speed beverage automation solutions

Omnia Technologies, a leading platform for automation and bottling technologies for the spirits, wine, beverage, dairy and pharma industries, launches a new high-speed beverage division focused on bottling-labelling-packaging technologies through the acquisitions of ACMI, SACMI Beverage and SACMI Labelling. Headquartered in Fornovo di Taro (Parma, Italy), ACMI is a global leading designer and producer of […]

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HCC climbs mountains for mental health

A dedicated team of staff from Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) and EID Cymru are set to tackle Wales’s 3 highest peaks ahead of Mental Health Week (13-19 May 2024), the theme of which is “Movement: Moving more for our mental health”. The 18 strong team will set off in the early […]

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Welsh Livestock farming essential for a healthy environment

Ahead of World Earth Day (22 April), Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) is reminding the public of the essential role livestock farming plays in looking after the environment, stressing that there is a marked difference in production systems across the world. Rachael Madeley-Davies, HCC’s Head of Sustainability and Future Policy said: “Welsh […]

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