The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Meat industry launches judicial review of FSA charges
A judicial review of the Food Standards Agency’s decision to raise its charges in 2026 has been launched by the Association of Independent Meat Suppliers.
Defra-funded research finds CEA tech brings opportunity
Research funded by the UK Government has examined Controlled Environment Agriculture, aiming to identify growers’ priorities regarding technology.
UK convenience sector faces “a future of mixed fortunes”
A report has forecast key challenges and opportunities for convenience retailers in 2026.
Food inflation rate falls to 3.6%
The Office for National Statistics has published the latest consumer price inflation figures, as the rate of food inflation fell to 3.6% in January.
Kerry revenue reaches €6.7bn in 2025
Ingredients supplier Kerry has published its preliminary results for the year ended 31st December 2025, reporting a 3% rise in volume growth.
FDF sets out SPS deal priorities for Government
The Food and Drink Federation has set out ten priorities for UK food and drink manufacturers for the new sanitary and phytosanitary agreement with the EU.
Finlay’s Food rebrands to Bako
Bako Group Ltd has announced that Finlay’s Food, which was acquired in 2024, will now trade as Bako.
Cereal bar manufacturer opens £3m facility
Bakeit Food, founder of cereal bar brand Boka, has opened a £3 million granola manufacturing facility in Winchester, Hampshire.
Sysco GB pledges £500,000 to SME apprenticeship training
Sysco GB has announced a £500,000 Apprenticeship Levy Transfer Pledge to help SMEs and charities across the UK access apprenticeship training.
Food Awards product judging completes with outstanding products recognised
Judging for the 2026 FMT Food Industry Awards has now concluded, with judges reporting high levels of quality entries and some new and exciting product innovations.