The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Compass Group set to acquire Kew caterer CH&CO
Foodservice company Compass Group UK & Ireland has agreed to acquire caterer CH&CO, subject to regulatory approval.
Plant-based companies “particularly struggled” in 2023 – M&A report
Oghma Partners has released a new UK Food M&A report, noting that UK plant-based companies “particularly struggled” in 2023.
“Cheese market has opportunity to regain momentum” – Lactalis
International dairy group Lactalis has predicted the trends that it thinks will impact the cheese category in 2024 and beyond.
Timothy Riley appointed new FSA deputy chair
The Secretary of State for Health has appointed Timothy Riley as deputy chair of the Food Standards Agency.
Westminster Forum to discuss the future of food policy in March
The Westminster Food and Nutrition Forum has announced a new ‘Next steps for food policy in England’ conference.
Ella’s Kitchen appoints Tim Collins as MD
Food manufacturer Ella’s Kitchen has announced that Tim Collins has been named the new managing director effective immediately.
FareShare releases mini-manifesto to tackle UK food waste
Food redistribution charity FareShare has released a “mini-manifesto” calling on political parties to tackle the levels of food waste in the UK.
“A clearer vision” for environmental sustainability needed, says FDF boss
FDF CEO Karen Betts addressed the 2024 Semex International Dairy Conference, stating more had to be done on environmental sustainability
Belgium scraps ‘meaty’ vegan labelling ban
The Government of Belgium has announced that it is unlikely to ban ‘meaty’ labels on vegan foods.
Nominations for the 2024 FMT Food Industry Awards set for a record year
Product nominations for the 2024 FMT Food Industry Awards are set for a record year as the February deadline draws closer.