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Six key food & drink trends shaping supermarkets' festive ranges in 2024
The festive season is not just a time of joy and celebration—it’s a critical period for the food industry, offering insights into consumer behaviour, market trends, and opportunities for innovation.   …
FMCG Gurus reveal six key trends to watch in 2025
The IFE team were delighted to be a headline sponsor of the 2025 ACS Innovation Showcase, which took place on 20 November at Stratford’s London Stadium. The showcase offers retail leaders a glimpse in …
Karen McQuade appointed President of the British Frozen Food Federation
The British Frozen Food Federation (BFFF) has appointed Karen McQuade as its new president, succeeding Ian Stone, who steps down after serving in the role since December 2020.
Leading industry figures appointed ambassadors for Food, Drink & Hospitality Week 2025 
Food, Drink & Hospitality Week, taking place on 17-19 March 2025 at Excel London, is delighted to announce the appointment of distinguished industry leaders as official ambassadors for IFE Manufacturi …
Lidl GB triples plant-based range as it experiences double-digit growth
Lidl GB has revealed that demand for plant-based products is continuing to soar after the supermarket experienced double-digit growth in the category over the past year.
Winners announced for NHS Chef 2024
NHS Chef 2024 took place at The Cookery School at The Grand Hotel in York this week, with seven finalist teams from around the country, competing on a range of challenges.
Waitrose partners with Just Eat to ramp up convenience ambitions
Waitrose has partnered with the nation’s biggest delivery network Just Eat on a multi-year deal to expand its presence in the on-demand grocery and convenience sectors. 
BelOrta shone in a stunning canapé reception at FPC Awards
BelOrta created a memorable experience at the FPC Fresh Awards 2024 with an exclusive canapé menu crafted by Exose Grant, a finalist from MasterChef: The Professionals* in 2019.
Waitrose launches ‘BrandsNew’ Innovation programme
Waitrose is launching ‘BrandsNew’ at Waitrose, a new branded innovation programme to identify and support exciting new FMCG brands to market.  The new programme will utilise our own experienced team o …
Tesco backs further 16 innovative new brands as part of 2024 Accelerator Programme
Tesco has stepped up its commitment to championing exciting, diverse new brands by launching a second cohort of products for its 2024 Accelerator Programme. Building on the success of previous intakes …
Farm Retail Association unveils fresh new look
The national Farm Retail Association announced its biggest brand overhaul in its 45 year history at the Speciality & Fine Food Fair on Wednesday 11 September.
FPC delivers landmark win: Import checks eased, fees waived, and products reclassified in major boost for UK food industry
The Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC) has announced a monumental victory for the UK food industry. Following extensive lobbying efforts, the UK government has agreed to significant changes to import regu …

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