The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Wheat prices jump up following Russian attack on Port of Odesa
Ukraine grain export infrastructure has been hit by Russian missile attacks, destroying around 60,000 tonnes of grain. Global commodity prices have already increased as a result.
Global sugar prices will continue to increase, latest research finds
According to research firm The Smart Cube, sugar prices have risen by 41.9% from June 2022 to June 2023, and it appears they will continue to rise.
Food school to open in historic Billingsgate Fish Market
A new food school is to be launched by the City of London Corporation at the historic Billingsgate Fish Market site.
Biggest drop in grocery price inflation since the peak as supermarket promotions pick up
Grocery price inflation has seen its steepest decline since inflation peaked in March, whilst grocery sales grew by 10.4% compared with 12 months ago.
Last Ukraine ship sets sail as Russia leaves grain deal
The last ship to sail under the Black Sea Grain Initiative has left the country’s port of Odesa on the Black Sea. Russia has confirmed it will not renew the agreement.
Consultations on Fisheries Management Plans (FMPs) in England and Wales published
Public consultations on Wales and England’s Fisheries Management Plans (FMPs) have been published.
Aspartame ruled safe to consume by WHO
The assessment of the non-sugar sweetener aspartame has been released, ruling that the daily intake recommendation will remain the same.
Sainsbury’s expands Nectar Prices to include fish and meat products
UK retailer Sainsbury’s has expanded its Nectar Prices to meat and fish, offering up to a third off across a range of products.
Revolution Kitchen enters formal consultation regarding closure of its vegan food site
Revolution Kitchen, a vegan food producer, has entered a formal consultation regarding the closure of its Melton Mowbray site.
Microwave named most efficient cooking appliance in Campden BRI study
Campden BRI has performed a number of trials on food products in order to determine which conventional method of cooking uses the least energy and is the most cost-effective.