The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Bakery products see falling prices – ONS
ONS has reported that prices for bakery products have fallen, despite being on the rise between the same period a year ago.
MPs hear from NFU Scotland on importance of domestic food production
MPs and Lords heard from NFU Scotland about the importance of domestic food production ahead of a General Election.
Plant-based labelling ban suspended in France
France has suspended its ban on “meaty” labels for plant-based foods, which was due to come into force on 1st May 2024.
McCain’s Foods acquires plant-based company Strong Roots
Frozen food company McCain’s Foods has announced that it has acquired Dublin-based food producer Strong Roots, following a partnership in 2021.
Food bodies call on Government for more support of industry apprenticeships
In a letter to the Skills Minister, FTC and PTF have called for more support for food apprenticeships amidst cost increases and skills shortages.
Tesco introduces ‘Best of British’ section on its website
UK supermarket Tesco has become the seventh retailer to launch a ‘Best of British’ page on its website.
Food costs cause concern as consumers adopt “risky” food behaviours
The latest FSA Food and You 2 survey has revealed that consumers have reported the highest level of food affordability concerns in four years.
Ascona appoints Costcutter founder to its board
UK forecourt operator Ascona Group has revealed that Costcutter founder Colin Graves will join its board as non-executive director as of 1st April.
CCF calls on Government to postpone BTOM
The CCF has urged Government to postpone the full implementation of the Border Target Operating Model to prevent price increases.
NFU Scotland manifesto calls for better access to skilled workers
As part of its newly published 2024 General Election Manifesto, NFU Scotland has outlined its key asks of UK parliamentary candidates.