The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
NFU calls for Government to “ensure fairness” in the food chain
The NFU has urged Government to deliver on its promises to back British farming by “ensuring fairness in food supply chains”.
Tate & Lyle report finds 65% of consumers want bakery favourites reformulated
Tate & Lyle has released a report focused on the bakery sector, revealing that more shoppers are looking for additional nutritional benefits.
Women In Meat Industry Awards 2023: winners announced
The Women In Meat Industry Awards returned for 2023, culminating in a black-tie dinner and awards ceremony, where 12 winners were announced.
Mars to acquire Hotel Chocolat for £534m
Global confectionary and pet food manufacturer Mars is set to acquire UK chocolate manufacturer Hotel Chocolat for the sum of £534 million.
New UK Energy Benchmarks for cold stores announced by CCF
CCF has revealed new Energy Benchmarks for the UK cold chain to help compare the energy usage of their cold stores with similar facilities.
Women In Meat Industry Awards returns tonight in London
The Women In Meat Industry Awards return tonight to the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London, with celebrity guest Jennie Bond to host the ceremony.
FDF requests more investment in food industry following latest inflation figures
The FDF has responded to the latest food inflation figures, urging the Government to review the conditions for investment in the food sector.
Tesco trials new scan-free checkouts in Fulham GetGo store
UK retailer Tesco is trialling new technology that will allow customers to checkout on self-service tills without scanning their items.
Asda reports revenue of £5.4 billion for Q3 following ‘price drop’ campaigns
Asda has reported its Q3 performance over the three months to the end of September 2023, reporting revenues of £5.4 billion.
Iceland supplier faces potential strike action
Trade union Unite has announced that warehouse staff in Wiltshire are preparing to take strike action in the run-up to Christmas.