Nestle has said that it is experiencing supply chain disruption ahead of the Christmas period.
Global bottlenecks and a shortage of HGV drivers have affected business, which will make it more difficult this year to make sure products are on shelves.
Chief executive of Nestle, Mark Schneider, said: “Like other businesses, we are seeing some labour shortages and some transportation issues but it’s our UK team’s top priority to work constructively with retailers to supply them. We are working hard.”
Ahead of the next month’s Cop26 conference, Nestle also said that it would be moving away from dairy products.
“We think less meat and dairy is good for the planet, but it’s also good for diet and health, and it is also a big commercial opportunity,” said Schneider.
“The first unit is always going to be a little more expensive, this is a hump you have to get over, and then at some point economies of scale kick in making them more affordable as we have seen in electric cars.
“Some consumers are willing to pay a premium now for products that pave the way for that,” he added.