The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Danish Crown announces massive investment in new Rochdale factory
Danish Crown is to create around 300 specialised jobs in Greater Manchester with a new facility, powered by renewable energy and the latest processing technology.
NFU calls for Defra investigation into the egg supply chain
The NFU is calling for an urgent investigation by Defra into whether an “exceptional market conditions” declaration should be made for eggs.
New board members at Food Standards Scotland
Food Standards Scotland (FSS) has confirmed the appointment of four new Board members.
38 UK food companies and suppliers to act on UK Soy Manifesto
UK food companies and soy suppliers are to work together towards ensuring all soy used in animal feed in the UK is deforestation free.
Autumn Statement reaction from food industry
The trade gave a cautious welcome to the Autumn Statement but expects an annoucement on further support for businesses before Christmas.
‘Cultivated chicken’ gets a green light from the FDA
Upside Foods is the first company in the world to receive a ‘No Questions’ letter from the FDA for cultivated meat, poultry, or seafood.
Egg farmers ask Sainsbury’s for urgent meeting as imports replace British product
Egg producers to ask Sainsbury’s for an urgent meeting after the retailer confirmed it is stocking eggs imported from Italy.
Food inflation hits 16.4% with fastest rise in 45 years
Food and drink inflation has continued to rise to 16.4% a rate not seen for 45 years. The cost of basics such as milk, cheese and eggs are leading the charge.
WRAP survey shows retailers need to do more on waste
WRAP’S latest Retail Survey shows that retailers and brands are helping to reduce food waste happening at home but more action is required.
Brown Brothers CEO presented with SFTA award
The Scottish Food Trade Association presented an Innovation & Growth Award to Wayne Godfrey, CEO of Brown Brothers Food Group.