Gwen Ridler

Cultivated meat could soon be produced at scale and made more accessible to consumers, thanks to a ‘breakthrough’ in production techniques.

Food Manufacture covers some of the latest innovations in food and drink packaging, including refillable milk bottles and a new range of laminates to help manufacturers use less plastic.

2 Sisters Food Group owner Ranjit Singh Boparan is to sell his European poultry operation to his private office for a fee in excess of €200m as part of ‘ambitious’ plans to transform his business empire.

Seafood firm Joseph Robertson has strengthened its leadership team with four appointments to its board of directors.

The Compleat Food Group has acquired speciality food producer Harvey & Brockless for an undisclosed sum, the latest in a string of acquisitions by the manufacturer this year.

British halal food brand Takul has been acquired by European private equity investor Perwyn via its portfolio company Isla Délice.

Doughnut brand Krispy Kreme UK & Ireland has appointed Guy Meakin as its new president, effective early November.

Valeo Foods Group has agreed to acquire I.D.C Holding, strengthening its presence in Eastern Europe.

Food and drink students and start-ups could be in for a chance to win a $50k (£38k) grand prize for their innovative solutions to reducing food waste

Ice cream manufacturer Mackie’s of Scotland has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Paul Henshaw as its new head of operations.