Beer giant Constellation Brands invests $100M in US farm profitability
The Modelo maker said the investment will help improve economic resiliency in key producing states, including Idaho, Montana and North Dakota.
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Ann Taylor eyes comeback with Substack, fall fashion blitz
The brand’s first major integrated campaign in nearly a decade follows initiatives focused on fan community, such as an editorial newsletter.
Sazerac buys shuttered Kentucky distillery to boost spirits production
The Buffalo Trace owner has invested heavily in existing facilities within the state, but acknowledged it wasn’t enough to keep up with demand.
Food makers urge Burnham to curb costs amid low business confidence
UK food and drink manufacturers have called on Prime Minister Andy Burnham to “ease mounting pressure” on the sector. The post Food makers urge Burnham to curb costs amid low…
Mountain Dew, Trolli announce Mango Pineapple Punch release
Mountain Dew and Trolli announced they are tapping into fan demand for fruit-forward heat and tropical-meets-spicy flavors with a new, limited-edition beverage: Mountain Dew x…
French Retailers Step Up Emergency Support For Local Farmers
French retailers operating through the FCD renewed their commitment to support farmers hit by heatwaves and prolonged drought.
Lidl Fastest-Growing Irish Retailer As Grocery Sales Rise 5.8% - Worldpanel
Lidl emerged as Ireland's fastest growing retailer in the latest 12 weeks, with 10.3% growth compared to last year, according to Worldpanel.
German ice-cream firm Florida Eis to build new factory
German ice cream maker Florida Eis is expanding local production capacity with a new factory in Schönebeck (Elbe). The post German ice-cream firm Florida Eis to build new factory…
Neuhaus scales up production for international growth
Neuhaus is preparing a major expansion of its production facility in Sint-Pieters-Leeuw. The praline manufacturer plans to expand its factory by about half to support the growth…
Morrisons unveils 1,000 new apprenticeships to tackle retail skills shortages
New programme offers fully funded qualifications and management routes across stores, logistics, manufacturing and hospitality
‘Super El Niño’ threatens UK food supply chains with severe disruption
UK food and drink supply chains could face severe disruption as the looming ‘Super El Niño’ increases the risk of drought and flooding in key sourcing markets. New WaterAid…
Asda finds low earner spending power falling as energy bills rise
The UK’s lowest-earning households were the only income group to see their spending power fall over the past year, Asda’s latest Income Tracker found. Households in the…