The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Regal Foods acquires Just Desserts
Yorkshire-based Regal Food Products Group Plc has acquired manufacturer Just Desserts for an undisclosed sum.
Christmas grocery sales overtake pre-pandemic levels as inflation continues to rise
According to the latest market share figures from Kantar, take-home grocery sales reached £31.7 billion over the 12 weeks to 26th December 2021 as shoppers made the most of Christmas festivities.
UK farming, fishery and semi-processed foods sectors to be hit by Australia FTA, says DIT report
The DIT’s impact assessment on the UK’s recently signed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with Australia estimates financial blows for the agriculture, fishery and semi-processed food sectors.
BFFF says new year import rules threaten food supply disruption
The British Frozen Food Federation (BFFF) has warned of more disruption to food supplies when new UK import rules take effect on 1st January.
Latest Kantar figures suggest consumers return to convenience
Kantar’s latest market share data shows shoppers are reverting back to pre-pandemic habits of “practical, easier, time-saving ways of preparing meals”, with growth in chilled fish substantially driven by convenience.
Seafood Scotland announces new funded training programme
Seafood Scotland has been awarded funding from Scottish training schemes “to support onshore activities of seafood businesses across the country, upskilling and training employees to support company growth.”
McVities warns biscuit prices may rise by around 5%
The manufacturer of brands such as Hobnobs, Jaffa Cakes and Penguins has said that the increasing costs of labour, raw ingredients and staff absences could see biscuit prices soar.
IFST membership backs chartership petition
The Institute for Food Science and Technology (IFST) has announced that it has been granted permission by the Privy Council to petition to become a chartered body.
Kerry appoints Oliver Kelly as president and CEO of North American branch
Ingredients company Kerry has announced the appointment of Oliver Kelly as president and CEO of its North American operations, effective 1st January 2022.
Liz Truss replaces Lord Frost as lead Brexit negotiator
Following the resignation of Lord Frost, Foreign Secretary Liz Truss has taken over the role of Brexit minister.