The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Saputo Dairy UK secures a Royal Warrant
Saputo Dairy UK was granted a Royal Warrant from His Majesty The King, having previously held a Royal Warrant from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II for more than 20 years.
Tate & Lyle achieves “robust” full year performance
In its full year results, food supplier Tate & Lyle reported a 4% increase in earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation.
Tesco UK chief executive to depart from role
Tesco has announced that its UK CEO, Matthew Barnes, has stepped down from his role to pursue other opportunities.
M&S food sales reach £9bn in 2025
UK retailer Marks & Spencer has reported its full year results for the 52 weeks ended 29th March 2025, with its pre-tax profit up 22.2% on the year.
Meat Awards product nomination deadline is tonight
Organisers of the meat industry’s biggest awards initiative have urged the food sector to submit product nominations ahead of tonight’s [Friday 23rd May] deadline.
AHDB CEO Graham Wilkinson steps down
AHDB has confirmed that Graham Wilkinson will step down from his role as CEO to join Sofina Foods as group agriculture director.
Emily Norton announced as new AHDB chair
Ministers from Defra have appointed Emily Norton as the new chair of the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board.
IGD forecasts global discounters’ value will grow by $217bn
A report from the Institute of Grocery Distribution has stated that discount will be the fastest growing physical grocery channel in the next five years.
Food inflation reaches 3.4% as sugar and bread costs rise
According to the Office for National Statistics, dairy, eggs and vegetables all had downward effects on food inflation.
Mosa Meat submits application for the UK market
Cultivated beef company Mosa Meat has submitted an application for UK market approval, focusing on blending cultivated fat with plant-based ingredients.