The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Beyond Meat reports 30.5% net revenue decrease in Q2
Plant-based food producer Beyond Meat has revealed its Q2 trading results, reporting a 30.5% net revenue decrease year-on-year.
Co-op extends “Member Only” pricing across hundreds of lines
Co-op, the UK convenience retailer, has extended its “Member Only” pricing across nearly 200 essential lines as part of a £70 million investment.
Women In Meat Industry Awards voting shortlist now online
The shortlist of nominees for this year’s Women In Meat Industry Awards is now live at the official website and voting to decide finalists is underway.
Meadow acquires Naked Foods
The value-added ingredients businesses, Meadow, has acquired the fruit and confectionery sauce manufacturer, Naked Foods Limited.
AIMS asks should food terrorism be on the National Risk Register?
The Government has said it has comprehensive plans to build resilience to specific risks, but this does not include food terrorism.
Import checks on produce from EU to be potentially delayed
Post-Brexit food import checks on fresh plant and animal produce from the EU may be delayed for the fifth time.
Luton Council to ban HFSS advertising
Luton Town Council has authorised advertising restrictions on products allegedly high in fat, sugar and salt in order to combat obesity.
Kerry reports strong revenue gains “despite varying market conditions” in H1
International taste and nutrition company Kerry has reported that its revenue in the first half of 2023 has increased by 1.6% to €4.1 billion.
Food inflation slows to its lowest level in 2023
Food inflation continues to slow to its lowest level since December 2022 as acceleration rates fall month on month.
Pladis warehouse opens in Carlisle as part of £12m investment
Snack company Pladis has opened a new warehouse in Carlisle as part of a £12 million investment, creating 50 new jobs.