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NFDT Launches Fully Funded Qualification to Strengthen Scotland’s Butchery and Meat Processing Industry

July 24, 2025Jade

New Meat & Poultry qualification delivers tailored, on-the-job training for butchers and food processing operatives across Scotland. National Food & Drink Training (NFDT), the training arm of Scottish Bakers, has launched a new SCQF Level 5 qualification in Meat & Poultry Processing – delivering fully funded, work-based training designed to upskill employees, enhance business performance, […]

IntelliAM Breaks Into US Market with Order from Leading Food Manufacturer

July 23, 2025Jade

Innovative UK tech firm, IntelliAM, has expanded its AI and machine learning technology into the US, securing its first order from a leading food manufacturer for three major manufacturing sites. The order will see IntelliAM AI provide its software, on-site sensors, and technology support to help the major manufacturer to maximise efficiencies and return on investment. […]

Facing up to food waste and better hygiene with effective labelling

July 21, 2025Jade

It is well-known that professional kitchens are stressful places. A report from Nestlé Professional’s CHEF explains that 81% of chefs have experienced poor mental health in their careers. Further, Nestle’s research highlights some of the key problems that contribute to stress within kitchens including staff shortages (58%), lack of time (43%), limited budgets (42%) and lack of […]

Peach Hampers Launches Trio of Locally-Themed Gift Hampers for Yorkshire Day 2025

July 16, 2025Jade

To celebrate Yorkshire Day on 1 August, Hull-based gift hamper company Peach Hampers has unveiled a new collection of personalisable hampers, each honouring the region’s favourite local producers and flavours. First celebrated in Beverley, Yorkshire Day takes place every year on 1 August. It’s a lively annual tradition that showcases the rich culture, heritage and identity […]

Book Your Free Waste Audit with Greenbank Recycling Solutions

July 14, 2025July 14, 2025John

If your business is looking to cut waste costs, improve recycling processes, and achieve sustainability targets? A Free Waste Audit from Greenbank Recycling Solutions could be the first step towards transforming your waste management strategy. With over 30 years of industry experience, we offer expert, data-backed audits that help businesses like yours save money, reduce […]

Croxsons launches exclusive premium spirits bottle range to the UK market

July 10, 2025Jade

Leading glass packaging supplier Croxsons has announced the launch of an exclusive new range of premium spirits bottles, now available to producers across the UK. Developed through a strategic partnership with a trusted international manufacturer, the new collection responds to growing demand for distinctive, high-quality packaging within the country’s vibrant spirits sector. The newly introduced […]

Jobs for the girls: FANUC’s female engineers lead from the front

July 7, 2025Jade

This year marks the 12th annual International Women in Engineering Day (23 June). An event designed to celebrate the contributions of women in science and engineering, as well as inspire future female engineers, the theme for 2025 is ‘Together We Engineer’. At FANUC UK, this phrase certainly holds true. Michelle Bottrill was the company’s first […]

Innovation or Illusion? Why packaging design must keep problem-solving in the crosshairs

July 1, 2025Jade

Packaging innovation has long been a magnet for bold ideas. At its best, it’s brilliant: grabbing attention, opening minds, and setting new creative benchmarks. Showpiece designs can spark conversation, attract investment, and help make packaging part of cultural discourse, not just the supply chain. But in recent years, we’ve seen a shift. More concepts are […]

Fresh Direct Drives Sustainability with 100% LEAF Certification for British Grower

June 30, 2025Jade

Fresh Direct, the UK’s leading provider of fresh produce to the foodservice sector, has announced that it is strengthening its environmental standards by ensuring that all contracted UK fresh produce growers will be LEAF Marque certified by the end of 2025. The move will see growers support Fresh Direct’s commitment to sustainable farming practices by […]

Nestlé Professional® crowns 2025 Toque d’Or® champions

June 23, 2025Jade

Nestlé Professional has announced the winners of the 37th edition of its prestigious hospitality competition Toque d’Or. Thomas Brassington from Loughborough College has been crowned back-of-house (BOH) champion and Katie Blundell from Hugh Baird College has taken the front-of-house (FOH) title, after an action-packed Grand Finals Week (11-15 May). Each winning college has been awarded […]