The category expansion builds on the presence of air fryer cooking solutions across other geographies like Australia, New Zealand and China Nestlé is helping consumers keep their air fryer meals varied and exciting with its growing range of air fryer-dedicated recipes and flavours. The company recently expanded its range of Maggi Air Fryer products in the United[Read More…]
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Nestlé Germany plans to close its Neuss factory in mid-2026
Nestlé Germany has decided to relocate product manufacturing within Germany and to other European countries After an intensive review, it was decided to begin planning for the closure of the Neuss plant in mid-2026. The plant currently employs approximately 145 people, producing products such as Thomy oil, mayonnaise, and mustard[Read More…]
Bunge to sell European margarines and spreads business to Vandemoortele
With this agreement, Vandemoortele expects to acquire Bunge’s margarines and spreads business in Germany, Finland, Poland and Hungary, along with its spreads and margarine manufacturing sites Bunge has announced an agreement to sell its European margarines and spreads business to Vandemoortele, a leading family-owned food group in Europe with a[Read More…]
VEMAG breaks ground on new production hall
The new facility will be dedicated to manufacturing double screws and infeed scrolls for vacuum-filling machines Germany-based VEMAG is taking a significant step forward in its growth strategy with the groundbreaking of a new 4,600-square-meter production hall. This substantial investment strengthens the company’s commitment to innovation and operational efficiency, further[Read More…]
Nestlé plans to sell Conow, Germany plant in early 2026
The production of Garden Gourmet Vuna, Maggi Liquid Bouillon, and Maggi Texicana Salsa will be relocated to other European locations After an intensive review, it was decided to cease operations at the Nestlé Conow production site in Germany starting at the beginning of 2026. Intensive negotiations are currently underway to[Read More…]
Zevero Lite tool launched to help independent breweries reach net zero
Independent breweries can now measure and manage their carbon emissions more effectively with Zevero Lite, a free tool for SIBA members Independent breweries in the UK will now be able to measure and manage their carbon emissions more effectively thanks to a new free tool launched. Zevero Lite, which is[Read More…]
Unilever to sell The Vegetarian Butcher to Vivera
This divergence makes a sale of the brand the best option for both Unilever and The Vegetarian Butcher Unilever has announced that it has received a binding offer from Vivera to acquire The Vegetarian Butcher. The brand was bought by Unilever in 2018 by founder Jaap Korteweg and has since[Read More…]
UK meat exports set to increase following trade talks with Philippines
The recent removal of bans on British beef and poultry is expected to significantly boost trade, potentially generating £80 million over five years The United Kingdom and the Philippines are strengthening their trade partnership, with agriculture emerging as a key sector for growth. During their first Joint Economic and Trade[Read More…]
SIRIO introduces high-strength supplements XtraGummies
The range sets new standards for potency, sensory experience and convenience with even the most challenging functional ingredients SIRIO, a leading global contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO) and pioneer of advanced nutraceutical gummy and softgel solutions, announced the launch of its latest breakthrough in high-strength supplements: XtraGummies™. Featuring six[Read More…]
Ireland secures access to Thai market for beef exports
The access agreement includes all edible parts of beef, both bone-in and boneless cuts, in fresh and frozen forms, although beef offal is not included In a significant development for Ireland’s agriculture sector, the Thai market has officially opened to Irish beef exports. This milestone was announced today by Martin[Read More…]
