The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
IGD survey finds 91% believe there is increased risk to UK food system
According to a report by the Institute of Grocery Distribution, more than nine in ten industry leaders and academics say risk to the UK food system has increased over the past 12 months.
Beyond Meat reports $30.8m loss in Q2
Meat alternative brand Beyond Meat has reported its financial results for the second quarter ended 27th June 2026, describing “directional progress” as losses decrease on the year.
Sausage Week nomination deadline extended
The deadline for product nominations in the 2026 UK Sausage Week competition has been extended by one week to Friday 14th August, as organisers report substantial last-minute demand.
Government urged to ensure a “level playing field” for Scottish egg producers
National Farmers’ Union Scotland has called on Government to ensure imported eggs meet the same production standards required of domestic eggs.
NFU calls on Government to bolster water security for UK food production
UK Government has been urged by he National Farmers’ Union to focus on shoring up domestic food supplies by prioritising water for food production.
IGD finds shoppers reaching for private label grocery brands
New research from the Institute of Grocery Distribution has found that shoppers are increasingly choosing retailer-owned products for quality rather than price.
Seafish receives £1.4m to increase industry training
UK fishing trade body Seafish has secured more than £1.4 million in funding to support training within the seafood industry.
Plant-based arm of Hilton Foods to be sold for £5.4m
Dalco Food, the Dutch-based vegan and vegetarian business owned by protein producer Hilton Food Group, will be sold for £5.4 million.
Compleat Foodservice invests £600k in cookie production
Compleat Foodservice has invested £600k in a production line at its Crewe site, which it said would increase capacity.
Snack category leads volume growth for Kerry Group
Ingredients supplier Kerry Group has published its half year results for 2026, achieving revenue of €3.3 billion.