The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
FSA backs new annual report into ‘the state of the nation’s plate’
At its September Board meeting, FSA members voted in favour of the publishing of an annual report on food standards, to be launched in 2022.
New International Trade Secretary named in Cabinet reshuffle
Anne-Marie Trevelyan has been appointed as the new International Trade Secretary, while Steve Barclay becomes Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster and Minister for the Cabinet Office.
Rising food costs drive record increase in inflation
The latest report by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) has found that the Consumer Prices Index measure of inflation for August 2021 hit 3.2%.
Women In Meat Awards voting deadline extended
The voting deadline for this year’s Women In Meat Industry Awards has been extended to Friday 17th September.
Retail prices increase, while in-store promotions hit record low
The latest grocery market share figures from Kantar for the period ending 5th September 2021 show like-for-like grocery prices rose by 1.3% in the past four weeks compared to last year.
Britain delays post-Brexit border controls
The UK government has set out a new timetable for introducing full import controls for goods being imported from the EU to the UK.
Kerry acquires “global leader in preservation” Niacet
Taste and nutrition company Kerry has announced that it has completed the acquisition of Niacet, with the aim of strengthening the company’s global food protection and preservation platform.
Tesco launches zero-waste shopping service
The supermarket chain has introduced a way for its customers to shop that allows them to buy a wide range of food, drink, household and beauty products in “reusable and durable packaging.”
Government promises 50,000 more HGV driving tests
The UK government has announced plans to accelerate the process of obtaining an HGV driver licence as a means of tackling the nationwide labour shortages.
Supermarket shortages will become permanent, says FDF boss
Ian Wright, CEO of the Food and Drink Federation, has said the days of limitless food choice in supermarkets or restaurants are “over”.