The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Red Tractor to suspend GFC implementation until NFU completes its review
Red Tractor, the UK farm assurance scheme, has confirmed its support for the reviews announced by the NFU of its Greener Farm Commitment (GFC).
Cell-based meat gains financial support globally, according to M&A report
Oghma Partners has published its latest UK Food and Beverage Sector M&A report which documents a rise in funding for cell-based meats.
Bertie’s Bakery signs £2m contract with Tesco
Bertie’s Bakery has signed a contract with Tesco, stocking products in NI Express stores and creating new jobs at its base near Magherafelt.
Sainsbury’s stocks crownless pineapples to reduce food waste
UK retailer Sainsbury’s has announced that it will introduce crownless pineapples to stores in its latest move to reduce waste.
Trade deal opens doors for UK poultry exports to Japan
A market access deal has been secured, allowing UK companies to export cooked poultry meat to Japan.
Former Aldi boss to take over from Tesco CEO
Tesco has announced that CEO Jason Tarry has decided to leave the business, with previous Aldi CEO Matthew Barnes to replace him.
AHDB to host webinar on future demand for meat and dairy
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board is set to host an upcoming webinar on consumer attitudes and meat and dairy.
Kerry Group reports ‘strong’ Q3 growth in Taste & Nutrition
Ingredients company Kerry Group has released its Q3 Interim Management Statement 2023, reporting a volume growth of 1.6%.
UK health food brand secures US distribution deal
UK company SRSLY Low Carb has announced a new distribution deal which it says will introduce its food products into US-based supermarket retailers.
“Unsatisfactory” pay award drives NI vets to consider strike action
Northern Ireland veterinary professionals are considering strike action following an “unsatisfactory” pay award.