The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Sykes Seafood acquires Ruskim Seafoods
Sykes Seafood, a shrimp supplier based in Knutsford, has announced the purchase of Ruskim Seafoods, creating a $500 million seafood business.
“Once in a lifetime opportunity” for frozen food, says BFFF
Chair of the British Frozen Food Federation (BFFF) Ian Stone has said that the frozen food industry has a rare opportunity to grow sales and help cut carbon emissions.
Food industry leaders sign up to WRAP ‘Water Roadmap’
A total of 65 supporters, including major UK food manufacturers and retailers, have committed to supporting WRAP’s Water Roadmap.
Food supply chains “scaling back” plans for Christmas, says CCF
Cold Chain Federation (CCF) boss Shane Brennan told the Transport Select Committee that there will be less choice for consumers in supermarkets this Christmas, as suppliers plan to meet demand and no more.
Who will be named Food Manufacturer of the Year 2022?
Next year on 25th May, the FMT Food Industry Awards 2022 will recognise the finest across the food processing and manufacturing sectors, plus a range of other categories at a black-tie ceremony and dinner held at the Royal Lancaster Hotel, London.
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Tesco faces strikes at distribution centres ahead of Christmas
The union Usdaw has launched industrial action ballots at nine Tesco distribution centres in disputes over pay, warning of potential shortages in the run up to and over the Christmas period.
Latest Kantar data reveals growth across the board amid price rises
The latest figures from Kantar, covering the 12 weeks ending 31st October, shows growth across various meat and meat-free markets, while prices rise for categories such as chilled fish and processed poultry.
Women In Meat Industry Awards 2021 winners announced
Lindsay Murphy, regional training manager at Booker, was crowned the ‘Meat Businesswoman of the Year’ at this year’s Women in Meat Industry Awards ceremony, held at the Hilton London Metropole yesterday evening, Thursday 18th November.
Lidl commits to £18m investment in wages
Lidl has announced a pay rise for entry-level staff and says it will become the UK’s highest paying supermarket, as labour shortages in the food supply chain continue.