The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
UK Free Trade Agreement with Switzerland to “improve access” for exporters
The UK Government has secured a deal with Switzerland that will aim to give UK exporters of dairy, beef and lamb products a “competitive edge” in the market.
FSA and FSS publish new cell-cultivated guidance
The Food Standards Agency has published new cell-cultivated guidance in partnership with Food Standards Scotland.
Bakery company sees a 20% rise in BBQ product sales
Sheldon’s Bakery has found that overall demand for its products has risen 19% year-on-year during the opening weeks of England’s World Cup campaign.
MPs visit West Sussex farm to hear of pressures on producers
The National Farmers’ Union Food and Farming Fellowship scheme saw MPs discuss the challenges facing the horticulture sector while on a farm visit.
UK foodservice company to open facility in late 2026
UK foodservice company Compass Group UK & Ireland has invested in a new facility in Derbyshire, which is set to open in late 2026.
Food leaders send open letter to future PM outlining resilience plan
The NFU, BRC, FDF and UKHospitality have joined together to urge those running for Prime Minister to back a five-point plan for a more resilient UK food system.
Hovis Group and ABF integrate to become Hovis Bakeries
Associated British Foods has announced that it has completed its acquisition of Hovis Group Limited from Endless LLP.
Seafish launches new levy portal
UK seafood body Seafish has launched an updated online portal to simplify the process of submitting levy returns for businesses.
Steven Potter appointed Turner Price managing director
Food wholesaler Turner Price has appointed Steven Potter as managing director following the retirement of Paul Brittain.
GLP-1 food labelling could be a “commercial risk”
Research from consumer insight company Vypr has found that food brands leaning heavily into GLP-1 terminology could experience scepticism from consumers.