The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
BFFF action raises prawn quota
Following pressure from the BFFF, the government has raised the autonomous tariff quota on the import of cold-water prawns.
New Secretary of State at Defra as Thérèse Coffey returns
Following the appointment of Rishi Sunak as Prime Minister and the resultant cabinet reshuffle, the Rt. Hon Dr Thérèse Coffey MP is to return to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) as the new Secretary of State.
FSA consultation on Food Law Code of Practice underway
The FSA has launched a 12-week consultation seeking views from local authorities, food business operators, unions and interested groups on the proposed changes to the Code in England.
Cautious welcome to new Prime Minister from food industry
Following a meeting with King Charles new Conservative Party leader Rishi Sunak, has been confirmed as the new UK prime minister, with the King asking him to form a government.
Canned food is back in demand as UK consumers tackle cost pressures
A canned food renaissance is “firmly on the horizon” as UK consumers seek to tackle the growing pressures of the cost-of-living. According to recent Kantar data and other consumer research. Growth in canned goods has been outpacing the rest of the grocery market since...
ONS report significant price rises for budget food
New data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) have reported that overall, the price of budget food in supermarkets rose by 17% in the year to September.
School children learn how food is produced at ‘Food Story’ event
Over 1,000 school children from across Pembrokeshire, aged from three to 16, attended the first ever ‘Food Story’ event, held by the Pembrokeshire Agricultural Society on the County Showground.
“NI can lead the world in sustainable food production” – NIFDA Chair
Northern Ireland has the potential to be the world’s leading sustainable food producer, political leaders were told at the recent Northern Ireland Food and Drink Association (NIFDA) annual dinner.
New research to improve understanding sustainable food choices
Tate & Lyle PLC, has announced that it is supporting a new three-year research project by The University of Aberdeen’s Rowett Institute which aims to improve the understanding of the UK food system and help people make healthier, more sustainable food choices.
Restaurant chains face potential food shortages following strike threat
Restaurants who receive supplies from the Bestfood company face possible disruption to food deliveries in the run up to Christmas, following the announcement of a forthcoming strike ballot by the GMB Union. Almost 600 GMB members working for Bestfood will take part in...