The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Food processors and retailers to contribute to UK Farm Assurance Review
Commissioners have announced the next steps with an independent evaluation of the UK’s farm assurance schemes.
NFU Scotland begins Phase Two of ShelfWatch
NFU Scotland has unveiled Phase Two of its ShelfWatch survey, which will look at the origin of foods on Scottish supermarket shelves.
“Another year of robust financial performance”, says Tate & Lyle
Global food supplier Tate & Lyle said in its latest full year statement that it had “successfully navigated challenging markets”.
Humous brand Moorish acquired by Bakkavor
UK prepared food provider Bakkavor Group plc has acquired UK humous brand Moorish.
Food industry responds to general election announcement
The food industry has responded to the PM’s announcement of a 4th July general election.
Christine Tacon steps down as Red Tractor chair
Chair of Red Tractor Christine Tacon will step down from her role to join the Co-op’s board.
M&S achieves three-year sales growth
UK retailer M&S has reported that it experienced 12 consecutive quarters of sales growth, as its investments begin to “pay off”.
Grocery sector accounts for “large proportion” of M&As – Oghma
Oghma Partners said that T1 2024 saw grocery and confectionary categories with one of the highest levels of mergers and acquisitions by volume.
Rate of food inflation falls to 2.9%
The Office for National Statistics has revealed the latest consumer inflation rates, with the rate of food inflation falling to 2.9%.
Greencore achieves “strong” revenue in “difficult spending environment”
Convenience food manufacturer Greencore reported “strong growth” in its H1 interim financial report.