The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Food businesses observe “deterioration” of conditions in Q4
The latest State of Industry report from the Food and Drink Federation has revealed that over the “crucial” Q4 trading period, confidence amongst food manufacturers remained low at -31%.
Biscuit manufacturer reports £695m revenue
UK biscuit manufacturer Fox’s Burton’s Company Group Limited has reported a year of “strong growth” in its latest results for the year ending 31st August 2025.
Hospitality businesses launch Sustainable Chicken Forum
Eight businesses from across the hospitality industry have announced they are withdrawing from the Better Chicken Commitment to launch their own initiative.
Asda Income Tracker shows lowest earners are worse off
UK retailer Asda has found that while most households saw a year-on-year improvement in disposable income, under-30s and those on the lowest incomes are being left behind.
Morrisons to invest £1.6bn in British food production
UK supermarket Morrisons has committed over £1.6 billion to British agriculture and food production in 2026.
Meat industry launches judicial review of FSA charges
A judicial review of the Food Standards Agency’s decision to raise its charges in 2026 has been launched by the Association of Independent Meat Suppliers.
Defra-funded research finds CEA tech brings opportunity
Research funded by the UK Government has examined Controlled Environment Agriculture, aiming to identify growers’ priorities regarding technology.
UK convenience sector faces “a future of mixed fortunes”
A report has forecast key challenges and opportunities for convenience retailers in 2026.
Food inflation rate falls to 3.6%
The Office for National Statistics has published the latest consumer price inflation figures, as the rate of food inflation fell to 3.6% in January.
Kerry revenue reaches €6.7bn in 2025
Ingredients supplier Kerry has published its preliminary results for the year ended 31st December 2025, reporting a 3% rise in volume growth.