The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Food Awards product judging one of the best ever
Judging for the 2025 FMT Food Industry Awards has now concluded, with judges reporting very high levels of quality entries and some exciting product innovations.
Unilever confirms €60.8 billion turnover in 2024
Unilever has released its results for the full year, reporting underlying sales growth of 4.2%.
Bidfresh report suggests sustainability is a “top priority” for consumers
Bidfresh has released its 2025 ‘The Juice’ fresh trends report, unveiling four key trends, as well as what’s driving them in the food sector.
UK food security in a “precarious state”, finds report
Following the publication of a report by the National Preparedness Commission, NFU has called on Government to act on the recommendations.
Chesterfield facility expansion completed by Magnavale
Magnavale has completed the expansion of its Chesterfield food storage facility, adding 25,000 pallet positions to the site.
Food Industry Awards judging now underway
The FMT Food Industry Awards product judging for 2025 has started at the Reiser UK test kitchens, with organisers reporting a substantial increase in entries compared to 2024.
BRC reveals food sales up 2.8% on the year
BRC has found that while food sales were up on the year, average yearly growth was down.
NFU Scotland elects new president
Andrew Connon was elected president of National Farmers’ Union Scotland following a vote at the Union’s council meeting.
Billingsgate move will have “minimal effect on food supply”
A report commissioned by the City of London Corporation has found that the Billingsgate market move will have a “minimal impact” on food supply in London and the south east.
New editor for Food Management Today
Gwen Mostyn has joined Yandell Publishing Ltd., as editor of its food and meat portfolio.