The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Food skills and staff shortages persist, says NSAFD report
UK food and drink manufacturing and processing businesses are facing unprecedented challenges in keeping affordable food on the nation’s table.
Grocery inflation dips for first time in 21 months
The rate of grocery price inflation has fallen for the first time in nearly two years, according to the latest figures from Kantar.
Cabinet Secretary visits bakery to understand sector’s needs
Scottish Bakers welcomed Mairi Gougeon MSP, Cabinet Secretary for Rural Affairs and Islands to McGhee’s Bakery in Glasgow.
IFTSA competition winners begin UK tour with a visit to Campden BRI
Winners of the Campden BRI sponsored Graduate Research Video Competition arrive at Campden BRI to start a UK and France tour.
Leaving the EU added £210 to household food bills says LSE
LSE research has found that Brexit has cost consumers a total of £5.8 billion in household food bills over the two years to the end of 2021.
Tesco launches online swap-shop to reduce waste amongst suppliers
Tesco has introduced an online marketplace that matches suppliers with excess product to other suppliers who can make use of it.
WRAP calls for more action from businesses on food waste
Climate action NGO, WRAP has warned that while the UK is making progress in tackling key environmental issues, more action from food and packaging businesses is needed to keep climate goals within reach.
Vet appointed to Red Tractor Board
Red Tractor has appointed James Russell as an Independent Director to the Assured Food Standards (AFS) board.
New report on labelling of plant-based products
Two new reports published by ProVeg International, aim to provide insights into ways to label plant-based products.
HCC chair unveils plan to secure Welsh farming’s future
At the Royal Welsh Winter Fair, HCC chair, Catherine Smith, unveiled how Welsh farming and its meat brands intend to build a secure future.