The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Quorn revenue down as meat free category sees “continued decline”
Marlow Foods Limited, the parent company of alternative protein company Quorn, has published its annual report for the year ended 31st December 2024.
Food inflation steady but labour costs push up input prices
According to the British Retail Consortium, food inflation remained unchanged on the year as prices were driven up by non-food inflation.
IGD report finds potential to unlock £5bn investment in UK food system
The Institute of Grocery Distribution has published its latest Viewpoint Special Report, urging the UK to drive economic growth.
Sysco GB acquires catering butcher Fairfax Meadow
UK foodservice wholesaler Sysco GB has acquired wholesale catering butcher Fairfax Meadow from Hilton Foods.
US trade has “significant impact” on 2025 trade outlook
According to the latest Trade Snapshot from the Food and Drink Federation, food export volumes were up 7.2% in the first half of 2025.
Co-op estimates £206m loss from cyber attacks
Co-op has released its results for the six months ended 5th July 2025, with its net debt reduced to £43 million, down from nearly £1 billion in 2021.
Arla profits down slightly on the year to reach £30.9m
Arla Foods has published its financial results for the year ended 31st December 2024, reporting a year of “strong” performance.
Consumer survey reveals rising confidence in food safety
According to the FSA’s Food and You 2 survey, public confidence in food safety across England, Wales and Northern Ireland has increased.
The Original Baker receives multi-million-pound investment
Pastry producer The Original Baker has completed an expansion following a multi-million-pound investment from the Olidor Group.
Waitrose commits to 100% free range pork by 2027
Waitrose has announced that all of its own brand pork will be free range by 2027, as part of its latest animal welfare commitment.