The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
IGD report identifies “key levers” to influence healthier choices
IGD has released a report summarising the findings of a study into nudging healthier consumer choices in stores.
AHDB proposes using residual potato levy funds for industry
AHDB will ask Ministers to consider using residual potato levy funds to support seven industry projects through a grant to GB Potatoes.
Asda increases pre-tax earnings by 24% to £1bn
UK supermarket Asda has published its full year results for the period ending 31st December 2023.
Shoppers increase spending on snacks – Kantar
Market research firm Kantar has published its latest supermarket share update, reporting a record spend in confectionary.
ASA investigates environmental claims in food adverts
ASA has announced that it will be starting proactive enquiries into the use of environmental claims in food advertisements.
Food Retailer of the Year: who will win the title in 2024?
Anticipation is building around which one of seven UK supermarkets will be crowned ‘Food Retailer of the Year’ at the 2024 FMT Industry Awards ceremony in June.
Retailers asked to “back British farming” amid weather challenges
In a letter to UK retailers, NFU, NFU Scotland, NFU Cymru and UFU have called for commitments to support the British farming industry.
Arla Foods acquires Volac’s Whey Nutrition business
Arla Foods Ingredients has announced its acquisition of Volac’s Whey Nutrition business through a purchase of shares.
Morrisons workers to vote on strike action
Employees of UK supermarket Morrisons are set to vote on strike action over pensions and take-home pay.
Industry responds to Defra confirmation of BTOM start date
Defra has confirmed that it will be commencing border health and safety checks for EU imports on 30th April.