The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
FSA launches consultation on developing a modernised food hygiene delivery model
The FSA has launched a 12-week consultation seeking views on a proposed new food safety hygiene model.
Tesco announces £5m grant programme to boost school funds for extra food and healthy activities
Tesco says UK school children will benefit from £5 million in grants to help give them “a healthier, more active and stronger start in life.”
UK farming unions demand industry is recognised in ETII scheme
Farmers call on UK Government to recognise food security concerns and to extend the Energy and Trade Intensive Industry scheme (ETII).
M&S to close 67 stores and open more food outlets
M&S has announced it is to close up to 67 stores but will be opening up to 104 food stores, some of which will be in the same areas as those which it will be closing.
Morrisons launches cost-cutting programme to tackle cost-of-living
Morrisons has plans for a three-year £700 million cost savings programme to keep prices down and engage and retain consumers.
CPTPP trade agreement reached
The UK Government has substantially concluded negotiations on the UK’s accession to a free trade agreement including 11 member nations.
Sterling Crew is new president of Institute of Food Science and Technology
The Institute of Food Science and Technology has elected Sterling Crew as its new President.
Peter’s Food Service pays tribute to Peter Thomas
Peter Thomas, who with his family, founded the pies and pastries business Peter’s Food Service in 1970 has died.
British Frozen Food Federation hails IFE success
The British Frozen Food Federation is celebrating the success of the association’s ‘Frozen Food Member Pavilion’ at the International Food and Drink Event 2023.
Battle for shoppers heats up as grocery price inflation hits new high
Grocery price inflation has climbed again to reach 17.5% over the four weeks to 19th March 2023, a new record based on Kantar’s market data.