The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Slicing without flaking – Holac’s high speed, high volume shredding machines slash wastage
[SPONSORED CONTENT] Holac talks to Food Management Today about its range of equipment that is helping manufacturers increase yield and reduce flaking during the shredding process.
High percentage of British businesses unaware of Plastic Packaging Tax
Research by YouGov suggested that 77% of British retail and manufacturing businesses surveyed are still unaware of the impending Plastic Packaging Tax.
Cadbury cuts size of Dairy Milk bar but doesn’t reduce cost
Cadbury has shrunk the size of its Dairy Milk sharing bar by 10% though its retail price remains the same.
Inflation drives grocery behaviour as pandemic loosens hold on shopper habits
The latest take-home grocery figures from Kantar show that supermarket sales fell by 6.3% over the 12 weeks to 20th March 2022, confirming the impact of rising inflation on consumer spending.
Council meat ban proposal sparks industry reaction
Industry organisations from the UK meat industry have criticised a Council’s proposed ban on meat.
Government publishes reforms for plastic waste reduction
The government has published its recommendations for a new Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) policy, which it says will help “drive down unnecessary waste.”
Arla Foods warns of shortages unless farmers are paid more
Managing director of dairy giant Arla Foods Ash Amirahmadi has warned that rising production costs means farmers can no longer cover their expenses.
Spring Statement generates mixed reaction from supply chain
Organisations from across the food supply chain have welcomed elements of the Spring Statement but expressed disappointment over others.
Chancellor announces cut to fuel duty in bid to reduce rising costs
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has delivered the Spring Statement that includes a reduction in fuel duty on petrol and diesel amid rising costs for the UK supply chain.
“Government must act now to ease ‘inevitable’ food price inflation”, says FDF chief executive
The Food and Drink Federation’s (FDF) chief executive, Karen Betts, gave a warning to the UK government and British shoppers during the organisation’s annual conference.