The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Stakeholders approve new levy rates, says AHDB
AHDB has announced that is has secured the support of major industry stakeholders to increase the levy across all four sectors it supports.
Food exports down 5.5% YoY according to FDF report
The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has published its Q3 Trade Snapshot report for Q3 2023.
Retailers call for action to reform Apprenticeship Levy system
Multiple food retailers and trade bodies are calling for urgent action to reform the “broken Apprenticeship Levy system”.
2024 Meat Contacts directory available now
The annual A5 Meat Contacts directory has been updated for 2024 and is now available both online and in print.
FDF Scotland appoints Jim Fox as Chair of the Board
Jim Fox has been appointed as the new Chair of the Food and Drink Federation (FDF) Scotland.
Sainsbury’s CEO revealed as City Food & Drink Lecture 2024 keynote speaker
The organisers of the City Food & Drink Lecture have announced the 2024 keynote speaker for the event will be Simon Roberts, CEO of Sainsbury’s.
The Compleat Food Group’s net zero targets gain SBTi validation
Food manufacturer The Compleat Food Group has announced that its targets to reach net zero GHG emissions have been validated by the SBTi.
Food school pilot teaches students the nutritional benefits of fish
The City of London has commenced with its food school pilot in Barking and Dagenham, teaching schoolchildren about the nutritional benefits of fish.
Plant-based producer VBites enters administration
Plant-based food manufacturer VBites Foods Ltd is entering administration after 30 years of production.
Lidl replaces ‘Use By’ labels on dairy to tackle food waste
UK retailer Lidl has revealed that it is scrapping ‘Use By’ dates in favour of ‘Best Before’ dates on all of its own brand milk and yoghurt.