The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Trade deals mean British food standards remain at risk, says CIEH
The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health has revised recommendations made by the International Trade Committee (ITC) on the UK-Australian trade deal, warning that British food standards remain at risk.
Bakkavor Group CEO and co-founder to retire
Bakkavor Group announced on Thursday 29th September that the Group’s CEO and co-founder Agust Gudmundsson has confirmed his retirement, with effect from 31st October 2022.
New Customs Declaration Service comes into effect
Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight has been replaced by the new Customs Declarations Service (CDS), which took effect on 1st October.
Aldi opens new eco concept store
A new eco concept store from Aldi has been designed with sustainable building materials with a view to reduce carbon consumption and to reduce life-cycle carbon emissions.
Growth in investments highlighted across the food industry
New figures indicate that the food industry has seen a distinct shift in funding from the early part of the decade, compared to the latter period.
Food inflation rates at record high since records started in 2005
Food and fresh food inflation prices in September hit another high, peaking at what is claimed to be the highest on record, according to the British Retail Consortium’s latest figures.
Labour backs government HFSS reversal plans
Labour will not rule out banning the government HFSS restrictions to take place next year, according to Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting.
Scottish Government criticised for lack of information on Agriculture Bill
NFU Scotland say that Scotland’s farmers are being consulted by Scottish Government on a future agricultural policy in an information void.
Sainsbury’s £500m deal collapses over stock market “volatility”
Following LXi REIT’s announcement on 22nd September 2022 to acquire 18 Sainsbury’s stores, the company has decided not to proceed further with the portfolio purchase.
Annual meat industry awards report strong demand for next event
Following the highly successful meat industry awards ceremony held at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole on 15th September, organisers report that take up to support the 2023 event by the category partners is exceptional, with all categories expected to be allocated shortly.