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Aug
26

US: The Raley's Companies to close four more stores in Northern California and Nevada

 The Raley's Companies plans to shut three Raley's-branded stores and one Nob Hill Foods location between November 2026 and mid-2027. The grocer says the closures reflect local market conditions rather than a wider strategy to shrink its store fleet.
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Aug
26

Ireland: drought pushes 77% of Tirlán's milk suppliers toward a winter fodder shortage

 Tirlán has confirmed that 77% of its milk suppliers are facing a fodder deficit as a prolonged dry spell continues across Ireland's southeast. The co-op is urging farmers to plan ahead as the wider Irish dairy sector braces for a tight winter feed supply.
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Aug
26

US: Starbucks' Unicorn Frappuccino revival drives biggest sales weekend on record

 Starbucks sold more than two million Unicorn Frappuccinos across its North American company-run cafes during the drink's two-day US return, lifting Saturday traffic 28.5% above a typical weekend. The limited run is the latest in a string of exclusive drink drops the chain has used to turn around a multi-quarter traffic slump.
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Aug
26

UAE's Al Rawabi bets on localisation as Middle East protein demand grows

 Al Rawabi's group CEO says Middle East consumers are set to drive rising demand for high-protein dairy, but only for brands that tailor products to local tastes. The Dubai-based dairy and juice producer is investing in its own milking herd and moving into cheese production to meet the trend.
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Aug
26

Ireland-domiciled Dole says rising fresh fruit costs are squeezing earnings despite higher sales

 Dole plc posted a 2.9% rise in second-quarter revenue, with growth across its diversified fresh produce business offsetting cost pressure in its fresh fruit division. The results illustrate how rising input costs are testing margins across the global fresh produce supply chain.
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Aug
26

US: Chesapeake Fine Food Group expands into Vermont with heritage ham producer acquisition

 US: Chesapeake Fine Food Group expands into Vermont with heritage ham producer acquisition
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Aug
26

Sweden's Löfbergs appoints first female CEO in its 119-year history

 Swedish coffee roaster Löfbergs has named its first female chief executive, a leadership first for the family-owned business since it was founded in 1906. The appointment comes as the company continues to expand its roasting and retail footprint across European coffee markets.
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Aug
25

Lidl named Ireland's fastest-growing retailer as grocery sales rise 5.8%

 Lidl recorded 10.3% growth in the latest 12-week period compared to the same time last year, making it Ireland's standout performer, according to the latest Worldpanel by Numerator data covering a market that grew 5.8% overall.
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Aug
25

'Super El Niño' poses major threat to UK food and drink supply chains

 UK food and drink supply chains could face significant disruption as a forecast 'Super El Niño' raises the risk of drought and flooding across key sourcing regions worldwide.
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Aug
25

Lindt pushes dark chocolate to the limit with 100% cocoa launch

 The Swiss chocolatier has expanded its Excellence range with a 100% cocoa bar, responding to growing consumer appetite for ultra-dark chocolate at the premium end of the market.
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Aug
25

Canada to impose retaliatory tariffs on US dairy after trade talks break down

 Prime Minister Mark Carney has confirmed Canada will hit certain US goods with retaliatory tariffs following the collapse of trade negotiations, after President Trump imposed 50% levies on Canadian products.
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Aug
25

Fox's launches limited-edition Pumpkin Spice biscuits ahead of autumn season

 The new limited-edition biscuit will be available from 31 August across Tesco, Asda, Ocado, B&M and Heron.
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Aug
25

Morrisons cuts prices across essentials with new 'Unbeatable Prices' pledge

 Morrisons has reduced prices across a broad range of essential products, committing to offer the most competitive prices on these lines compared to other major supermarkets.
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Aug
25

Pedigree beef and dairy cattle prices maintain upward trend at UK sales

 Average sale prices for pedigree beef and dairy cattle have continued to climb across recent months, reflecting sustained strength in the UK market.
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Aug
24

Butter exports surge on strong global demand and pricing

 US butter export volumes more than doubled year-on-year in several months during 2026, driven by abundant domestic supply and competitive pricing, according to the US Dairy Export Council. Demand from South Korea, Japan, and the Middle East and North Africa has driven much of the growth.
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Aug
24

Morrisons to offer 1,000 apprenticeships under new Fresh Start programme

 Morrisons has launched Proper Jobs: Fresh Start, a new programme offering 1,000 apprenticeships across its stores, head office and supply chain by 2030. Participants begin with 13 weeks as a store colleague before progressing to a 12-month apprenticeship in a specialist trade such as butchery, fishmongering or baking.
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Aug
24

Emmi Group posts H1 sales growth on international expansion

 Swiss dairy group Emmi reported CHF 2.3bn in first-half sales, up 3.6% organically, with growth in the Americas and Europe offsetting a lower reference price for raw milk at home. The group has raised its full-year sales growth guidance on the back of the results.
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Aug
24

Cost of growing carrots has outpaced what growers are paid

 The cost of growing carrots in Ireland has risen faster than the prices growers receive for them, squeezing margins across the fresh produce supply chain. The findings add to wider concern about the financial pressure facing Irish vegetable growers this year.
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Aug
24

Food store sales outpace wider retail in July, ONS figures show

 UK food store sales rose 0.5% in July, while overall retail sales fell by the same amount, according to the Office for National Statistics. Analysts say improving consumer confidence remains fragile, with retailers still facing higher operating costs, energy prices and fresh US tariff pressures.
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Aug
24

Advance farm payment rates raised to 75% as dry spell continues

 Ireland's agriculture minister Martin Heydon has raised advance payment rates from 70% to 75% for the Basic Income Support for Sustainability, CRISS and the Eco-Scheme — the maximum allowed under EU rules — in response to the prolonged dry spell. Eco-Scheme advance payments begin on 16 October alongside BISS.
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