The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Defra announces egg labelling proposal to remove derogation period
Defra has announced proposed changes to egg labelling rules, which seek to enable free-range eggs to be labelled as such throughout housing measures.
Consumers want nature-friendly food production, says new research
According to research commissioned by Fair to Nature, over half of adults want UK farmers to prioritise farming practices that preserve nature.
Sainsbury’s to use cardboard mushroom punnets to save on plastic
UK retailer Sainsbury’s is switching its own-brand mushroom punnets from plastic to cardboard to save 775 tonnes of plastic annually.
CIEH appoints new president
Mark Elliott CEnvH FCIEH has been announced as the new president of the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health.
British frozen food sees volume and value growth in 2023
According to the BFFF, the frozen food industry has “continuously demonstrated outstanding performance” in 2023.
Report shows food supply chain considering production cuts to save on costs
The NFU has commissioned a report looking at horticulture production costs, which it found had increased by 39% in the past two years.
LMC placement open to agri-business and marketing students
LMC has announced that its 2024-25 student placement opportunity is open for applications to those studying agri-business related courses.
NFU president addresses food security in New Year message
NFU President Minette Batters has addressed the food industry in her New Year’s message, urging Government to deliver on its priorities.
Christmas 2023: supermarkets report highest transaction levels since 2019
UK supermarkets saw their highest level of transactions in December since 2019, according to data from Kantar.
Work on sustainable food systems recognised in 2024 King’s Honours List
Members of the UK food industry were recognised in King Charles’ 2024 New Years Honours List, some for their services to sustainable food production.