The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
NZ red meat co-operative speaks out about FTA now in force with UK
The Alliance Group, New Zealand’s only 100% farmer owned red meat co-operative, has spoken out about the FTA with the UK.
Nestlé has new research institute aimed at supporting sustainable food systems
Nestlé has opened the Institute of Agricultural Sciences to help advance sustainable food systems by delivering science-based solutions in agriculture.
New fund helps drive innovation and healthy products
A new fund aimed at supporting food and drink companies make healthier products has awarded £75K of funding to eight collaborations.
Investment needed to meet consumer demand for alternative proteins says new report
A new report has highlighted that further investment in manufacturing processes would be needed to meet any growing demand for alternative protein sources.
FDF Scotland and QMS meet to talk about future of food education
FDF Scotland and QMS got food education partners together recently to discuss education, skills, and collaboration in the industry.
Final deadline approaches for Meat Industry Awards product nomination
The annual Meat Management Meat Industry Awards is making a final call to remind everyone that the product nomination deadline for 2023 is 7th June – next Wednesday.
Inaugural Baking Forum hailed a success
For the first time ever, the baking industry came together at a conference conceived and delivered by the sector.
Asda acquires more convenience stores from EG Group
Asda Group has announced the acquisition of EG Group’s UK and Ireland operations for an enterprise value of around £2.27 billion.
BRC says any proposed food cap would make no difference
News that the Government may be looking at plans to introduce a price cap on basic food items has been dismissed by The British Retail Consortium.
UK food manufacturers to benefit from new FTAs, says FDF
The UK food industry is poised to reap “substantial benefits” from new free trade agreements (FTAs) with Australia and New Zealand, says the FDF.