The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Nominate your products for the FMT Food Industry Awards 2022
The 2022 FMT Food Industry Awards has opened its product nominations process, offering companies throughout the food industry the chance to submit their products for judging by Friday 21st January.
Irish food exports to UK remain stable at €4.4 billion in 2021
The latest report from Bord Bia (The Irish Food Board) show that exports of Irish food, drink and horticulture to the UK have remained constant in value at €4.4 billion, compared to 2020.
M&S and Tesco record strong Christmas sales
Marks & Spencer (M&S) noted a jump in sales by 8.9% during Q3 compared to pre-pandemic levels two years ago, whilst Tesco exceeded predicted sales for the Christmas period.
Sainsbury’s reports £60m profits boost after strong Christmas sales
Following a festive period in which shoppers increased their spend on premium products, Sainsbury’s has adjusted its 2021-22 profit forecast to at least £720 million.
Seafood Scotland launches tourism initiative
Seafood Scotland is to introduce a mentoring programme that will see the trade body work with organisations to establish new tourism opportunities for the Scottish seafood industry.
CCF calls on industry to join Climate Change Agreement
The Cold Chain Federation (CCF) has urged businesses with cold storage facilities to “act fast” and join the cold storage Climate Change Agreement (CCA) to access Climate Change Levy savings.
Wrap urges supermarkets to follow Morrisons’ example on use by dates
CEO of recycling and food waste charity Wrap, Marcus Gover, has welcomed Morrisons’ plans to scrap ‘use by’ dates on most of its milk in a bid to reduce food waste.
Asda announces New Year leadership changes
Asda has announced a number of changes to its executive team will be implemented over the coming year.
Still time to enter your products in the FMT Food Industry Awards 2022
The annual FMT Food Industry Awards is open for product nominations and voting across 16 prestigious categories. This year’s awards ceremony is scheduled to take place in London on the evening of 25th May.
Food sector seeks balanced messaging as Burger King introduces Vegan Nuggets
Industry bodies have spoken out about the importance of provenance and seasonality of all food products, after Burger King UK (BKUK) launched its Vegan Nuggets as part of its menu for 2022.