The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
AHDB looks for new CEO as Rycroft stands down
Tim Rycroft, CEO of the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB), has decided to step down from his position at the end of 2023.
Fresh Produce Consortium boss warns Government over TOM plans
The chief executive of the UK’s Fresh Produce Consortium has urged Government to heed the Consortium’s warnings concerning its Target Operating Model.
Brennan to step down as CCF CEO
The Cold Chain Federation (CCF) Board of Directors has begun the search for its next chief executive to succeed Shane Brennan.
FSA launches consultation on further legal powers for NFCU
The FSA has launched a new consultation on proposed additional investigatory powers, seeking opinion from food sector partners.
Meat industry trade body says Britain’s labour shortage is “not an easy problem to fix”
Companies within the British meat industry are facing one-off costs of up to £15,000 to bring in staff from far afield.
FAO predicts global agriculture growth to increase at slower pace
Food production is set to increase at a slower pace of growth over the next 10 years due to demographic trends, the FAO has revealed.
Latest research finds UK consumers demand transparency on carbon labelling
Research from Bord Bia has found that 61% of UK consumers have expressed a lack of trust in claims surrounding carbon footprinting.
European Commission outlines plans to cut manufacturing food waste by 10%
The European Commission has announced steps to tackle food waste as part of its European Green Deal.
University of Nottingham launches new Institute to “transform the food system”
The University of Nottingham has launched a Food Systems Institute, which it says will bring together researchers to transform the food system.
Ecoveritas calls on UK Government to ‘stay the course’ on waste reforms
Ecoveritas has urged the UK Government to stay the course regarding the protracted Extended Producer Responsibility policy reforms.