The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Latest UN figures report a decline in global food prices
According to a benchmark United Nations (UN) report, global food commodity prices fell in July for the second consecutive month.
Pay rise for Waitrose LGV drivers
The John Lewis Partnership, who own and operate Waitrose, has announced plans to increase annual salaries for LGV drivers by up to £5,000 a year.
Welsh Affairs Committee’s report on Australia FTA welcomed by CIEH
“We share many of the concerns raised”, the CIEH has stated in response to a new report from the House of Commons’ Welsh Affairs Committee on the UK’s Free Trade Agreement with Australia.
Princes commits to carbon neutrality across global operations by 2030
International food and drink group Princes has committed to achieving carbon neutrality across its UK and international operations by 2030, against a 2018/2019 baseline.
Elysian Capital III LP acquires Wholebake
The private equity firm has announced its acquisition and investment in Healthfull Holdings Group Limited (parent of Wholebake Limited) from Bridges Fund Management, the second investment in the last month from the company.
Food course additions to Lifetime Skills Guarantee result of “a long, slow campaign”
The Food and Drink Training and Education Council (ftc) has welcomed the news that two food industry qualifications will be added to the Lifetime Skills Guarantee, following a lengthy campaign.
Plant-based products account for 12% of Q2 deals within food industry
New research from business and financial adviser Grant Thornton UK LLP, suggests that plant-based foods “show no signs of losing their allure for investors.”
UKEP back Laid in Britain initiative
The United Kingdom Egg Producers Association (UKEP) have announced they are supporting a campaign to encourage the purchase of mixed weight and medium eggs, over large and extra-large sizes.
Government adds food tech courses to Lifetime Skills Guarantee
Two courses have been added to the UK government’s employment initiative, which will provide fully funded training for those new to the food industry.
BFFF launches health and safety statistics platform for food industry
The British Frozen Food Federation (BFFF) has announced the launch of an online benchmark platform monitoring accident data within food production, storage, and transportation.