The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
FDF records biggest drop in business confidence since 2018
The latest Food and Drink Federation (FDF) Business Confidence Survey shows that net business confidence fell by 55% in Q3 2021, dropping to -51% due to the ongoing supply chain issues.
Hilton Food Group to acquire Foppen
Hilton Food Group has announced that it has agreed to acquire international smoked salmon producer, Dutch Seafood Company B.V., which trades as ‘Foppen’.
Survey finds consumers’ tolerance of price rises peaks at 40%
According to a study, food shoppers will stop buying a product when its original price has risen by an average of 40%.
Dalziel Ingredients invests in £1m expansion of Gateshead factory
Dalziel Ingredients is investing £1 million in a factory expansion, creating a new product development (NPD) centre as part of the latest phase of the company’s wider £4 million programme.
Asda faces strike action in run-up to Christmas
GMB Trade Union has announced that staff at Asda distribution centres are being balloted over a pay freeze.
UK consumers gear up for bumper Christmas
According to market research company Kantar, UK consumers are planning for a treat-filled Christmas, despite price rises.
FSA launches consultation on ‘may contain’ food labelling
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) is seeking the views of businesses on the use of precautionary allergen information on food packaging.
Tesco workers to take industrial action at nine further sites
Pre-Christmas strikes will take place at another nine Tesco distribution centres following two ballots of Usdaw union members.
Strike action planned at four Tesco depots ahead of Christmas
Stoppages will take place at four Tesco distribution centres on various dates from 16th December after Unite union members voted to strike over pay.
Compleat Food Group acquires family business Wrights Food Group
Manufacturer and bakery store operator Wrights Food Group has been acquired by Compleat Food Group.