The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Welsh Government considering banning meal deals
Welsh Government urged not to ban meal deals following consultation document to make Wales a ‘healthier’ food environment.’
Baking Forum receives overwhelming support from industry
The inaugural Baking Forum has been welcomed by The Federation of Bakers.
Red Tractor retains SAI Platform Silver recognition
The Red Tractor Combinable Crops and Sugar Beet Scheme has retained its Silver benchmark.
Breakthrough on food checks welcomed as Protocol agreement edges closer
The CIEH has welcomed reports that a breakthrough may be reached between UK and EU negotiators on goods going between GB and Northern Ireland.
Aldi to create more than 6,000 new roles in 2023
Aldi has announced it has plans to create more than 6,000 new roles in 2023.
Kerry reports record year of growth
The Kerry Group’s preliminary statement of results for the year ending December 2022 has shown volume growth of 6.1% and its group revenue has grown to €8.8 billion.
Welsh bakers and students discuss latest industry trends
170 Welsh bakers and students met in Cardiff recently to discuss the latest trends at the first baking industry conference.
Lidl UK sees spend from ‘premium’ retailers jump
Lidl reports it has seen a total of £120 million coming from households choosing to shop at the discounter instead of premium supermarkets.
Energy intensive projects given £12 m boost
The UK Government has announced further funding to help businesses clean up industrial processes and improve energy efficiency.
Arla Foods UK navigates significant inflationary pressure
Arla Foods UK reports significant inflationary pressure and rising costs throughout 2022 and warns 2023 will continue to be challenging.