The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Lidl reports annual loss but makes gains in market share
Lidl has reported an annual loss of £75.9m before tax, but has increased its market share to 7.1%.
Trade survey crowns cheese as UK’s top food export
The food sector has achieved record export figures for the first half of 2023, according to a new report published by the Food and Drink Federation.
Finalists announced in this year’s Women In Meat Industry Awards
All votes in this year’s 2023 Women In Meat Industry Awards have been counted and this year’s finalists have been confirmed.
British and Union Flags to heavily feature on British produce at Anuga 2023
British dairy will take pride of place in front of an international audience at Anuga 2023, the global trade fair for the food industry.
“No food security without the cold chain,” says president of the CCF
Cold Chain Federation president Paul Bennell told the Cold Chain Live conference on 14th September that the UK cannot take food security for granted.
NFU calls for public to prioritise homegrown food after ‘Back British Farming’ Day
Members of the National Farmers Union and NFU Scotland came together with farming unions across the UK to celebrate ‘Back British Farming’ Day.
Winners announced in 2023 Meat Management Industry Awards
The winners of the 2023 Meat Management Industry Awards were announced on the evening of Tuesday 12th September.
JM Smucker to acquire Hostess Brands for £4.5bn
American food manufacturer JM Smucker is set to acquire Hostess Brands, a US snack producer, for $5.6bn (£4.5bn).
Discounters increase market share as inflation continues to concern consumers
Kantar has released its latest data, highlighting discounter market gains and consumer concerns about inflation on grocery prices.
Latest EPR agreement is a “mess”, says Ecoveritas
Ecoveritas has warned businesses not to be caught off-guard following further enforcement delays of the Extended Producer Responsibility.