The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Scottish Baker of the Year 2023/24 shortlist announced
The top bakers in Scotland have made it to the shortlist of the Scottish Baker of the Year Awards following the annual judging day held in Dunfermline earlier this month.
New MD for Nestlé Confectionery in the UK & Ireland
Nestlé has appointed Mark Davies as managing director for Nestlé Confectionery in the UK & Ireland.
Black Sea grain export deal extended
The Black Sea deal, which was brokered by the UN and Turkey in the summer of 2022, allowing Ukraine to export grain through the Black Sea, has been extended.
KTC acquires Cardowan Creameries
KTC (Edibles) Limited (‘KTC’), a UK supplier of edible oils to foodservice, wholesalers and food manufacturers, has acquired Cardowan Creameries Limited.
Cultivate programme returns to help agri-food start-ups
A ‘pre-accelerator’ programme which has boosted agri-tech and agri-food start-ups across the UK is set to welcome its latest entrants this spring.
Mixed reaction to Chancellor’s Spring Budget
There has been a mixed reaction to the Chancellor’s Budget Statement from food industry organisations.
ACI novel food applications validated
The Association for the Cannabinoid Industry’s novel foods applications have been validated by the Food Standards Agency.
Food industry continues to suffer labour and skills shortages
According to the FDF the food and drink industry lost 3,000 jobs in Q4, following a decline in employment of 7,000 jobs in the preceding quarter.
Cold chain urges Government to extend climate change agreement scheme
The Cold Chain Federation is urging Government to use the Spring Budget to extend the Climate Change Agreement scheme beyond 2025.
New report predicts food and agriculture industry will stabilise in 2023
New report looks at what food and agriculture sectors and associated industries can expect into 2023.