The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Flex/Flex Packaging: A Genuine Step Towards Sustainability
SPONSORED CONTENT: While inflation has continued to be a hot topic in recent months, there still remains debate over whether consumer focus on sustainability has waned.
Value of food M&A deals up on the year, says Oghma
Oghma Partners has published its latest UK Food and Beverage Sector M&A report, which shows a “significant increase” in UK food and beverage M&A activity.
British cheese showcased in Las Vegas
An exclusive Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board-hosted event invited 12 exporters to showcase British cheese in Las Vegas.
Associated British Foods reports decline in UK revenue
International food and retail group Associated British Foods has issued its trading update for the 16 weeks to 4th January 2025, reporting revenue declines in its UK brands.
Katie Pettifer appointed FSA CEO
The Food Standards Agency has appointed Katie Pettifer as its new CEO, following her term as interim chief executive.
Record online grocery spending over Christmas
AHDB has shared its latest retail and consumer insights report, finding that online grocery spend reached a record £1.6 billion during the festive period.
Lidl to increase fibre in grocery products
UK discounter Lidl has announced a fibre strategy, aiming to increase the tonnage of total fibre sold by 20% by 2026.
Report highlights customers look for provenance in frozen food
A retail report has revealed that customers choose frozen food for health and convenience reasons, rather than affordability.
Princes reaches above inflation pay agreement with GMB
Global food producer Princes has announced that it has reached a mutual pay agreement with the GMB Union, giving a 3% pay increase to members across UK sites.
Co-op reveals £820k fund to back British farmers
UK retailer Co-op has announced further backing for British farmers with a fund to support sustainable farming efforts.