The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Confectionary prices rise while butter costs fall
Kantar has released its latest grocery figures, reporting price rises in confectionary as grocery inflation sits at 3.1%.
Deadline approaches for meat industry awards product nominations
Product entry levels are set to break records ahead of the deadline for the Meat Management Industry Awards, say event organisers.
Aussie meat products to be covered by UK tariff rates
The UK and EU have confirmed a set of arrangements which will ensure partners of the FTA have access to UK tariff rate quotes on meat products.
UK ratifies CPTPP terms to secure fewer trade barriers
The UK has concluded a key step to joining the CPTPP worth £12 trillion in global GDP upon the UK’s entry.
Consumers prioritise animal welfare, study by University of Portsmouth finds
A study has suggested that animal welfare takes precedence over sustainability in consumer purchasing decisions.
Seafish opens consultation on levy rates
Seafood trade body Seafish has started formal consultation with its levy payers and the wider seafood industry on proposals for a new levy model.
Premier Foods sees revenue increase in 2023/24
UK food company Premier Foods has released its preliminary results for the 52 weeks ended 30th March 2024, reporting a “really strong year”.
Morrisons drops commitment to British lamb
Following feedback from its customers, UK retailer Morrisons will begin selling New Zealand lamb in its stores as part of a trial.
Hilton Foods publishes first sustainability report
Global protein producer Hilton Foods has published its first sustainability report, which it said demonstrated “significant progress” across operations.
Welsh Government to introduce Sustainable Farming Scheme in 2026
The Welsh Cabinet Secretary for Climate Change and Rural Affairs has said that the proposed SFS transition period will start in 2026.