The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Growth in food sales “largely inflationary”
Over the five weeks from 31st August to 4th October, the British Retail Consortium reported a rise in food sales on the year.
Princes confirms decision to float on London Stock Exchange
Global food producer Princes Group has confirmed that it will proceed with an initial public offering and certain details of the offer.
Ocado remains fastest growing grocer
Worldpanel by Numerator has published its latest grocery market share update, finding that spending on offers is expected to increase in the run up to Christmas.
PepsiCo Q3 profits decrease to $12.8bn
PepsiCo has released its financial results for Q3, as the business experienced a reduction in profits.
European Parliament votes for clarity on plant-based labelling
The European Parliament has voted for “meaty” labels to be banned on plant-based products.
Nomad Foods names new CEO
Dominic Brisby has been appointed executive president of Nomad Foods, with Stéfan Descheemaeker set to stand down from his position as CEO in January 2026.
Booths sales rise to £323m
UK supermarket Booths has released its results for the year to 31st March 2025, with sales increasing by 4.4%.
Graham Wilkinson steps into Sofina Foods role
Having stepped down from his position as CEO of AHDB, Graham Wilkinson has been appointed group agriculture director at Sofina Foods Europe.
Poultry producers among firms accused of polluting rivers
Law Firm Leigh Day has commenced a legal claim on behalf of nearly 4,000 people, accusing poultry producers and others of polluting the Wye and Lugg rivers.
Roberts Bakery seeks funding after “extremely challenging” conditions
Roberts Bakery, which produces products stocked in various UK supermarkets, has confirmed that it is engaged with potential funders after publishing that it intended to appoint administrators.