The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Brassica production down as drought declared in areas of the UK
UK producers have confirmed that brassica crop yields for 2025 are “tight”, as warm weather and four heatwaves affect food production.
Lola’s Cupcakes acquired by Finsbury Food Group
UK bakery manufacturer Finsbury Food Group has acquired a majority stake in premium cake business Lola’s Cupcakes.
Associated British Foods to acquire Hovis
UK food producer Associated British Foods has reached an agreement to acquire Hovis Group Limited from Endless LLP.
Welsh food producers encouraged to invest in workforce
The Sgiliau Bwyd a Diod Cymru / Food & Drink Skills Wales Programme has reportedly delivered “tangible results” on its mission to build a “future ready industry”.
FSA supports Food Safety Research Network with £650,000
FSA has partnered with the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council to deliver £650,000 of funding to the Food Safety Research Network.
Arla urges Government to deliver change amid food chain labour shortages
Arla Foods UK managing director Bas Padberg has warned that the nation’s food security is “under pressure without a change of course”.
Dairy co-operative appoints ex-Samworth Brothers CEO as chair
Dairy co-operative First Milk has appointed Hugo Mahoney as its chairman designate, with Mahoney set to take over the role on 3rd November 2025.
Brakes unveils ‘Make More of Mutton’ campaign
A campaign encouraging chefs to ‘Make More of Mutton’ has been launched by UK foodservice wholesaler Brakes.
Food prices could be pushed higher, BRC warns
Over the four weeks to 2nd August 2025, food sales increased by 3.9% on the year, according to data from the British Retail Consortium.
UK dairy exports to continue to access markets in Egypt
British dairy exporters will have “continued access” to Egyptian markets after a trade barrier due to come into effect in 2026 was stopped.