The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
NFU says Food Strategy Board must prioritise growth
NFU has welcomed the establishment of the Food Strategy Advisory Board, but said for this to be successful it is “vital the right policy framework is in place”.
Nestlé sales decline amid “challenging macroeconomic context”
Global manufacturer Nestlé has reported a 2.9% decline in net profit for 2024, as sales fell by 1.8%.
Government forms Food Strategy Advisory Board with key industry leaders
Members of the food industry will join with Government each month to advise on a national food strategy, with Food Security Minister Daniel Zeichner MP acting as chair.
Sainsbury’s reveals 10-year partnership with Cranswick
Sainsbury’s and Cranswick have announced a new 10-year partnership that will see all Sainsbury’s British pork and cooked meats supplied through the UK producer.
Unilever sells The Vegetarian Butcher to Vivera
Plant-based food brand The Vegetarian Butcher has been acquired by Vivera from Unilever.
Welsh food exhibited at Foodex Japan
A delegation of Welsh food companies have visited Japan, promoting new economic partnerships between the two nations.
Macphie appoints new CEO
Food manufacturer Macphie has named Ed Widdowson as its chief executive officer as the company transitions to fourth-generation family leadership.
EFRA Committee urges Defra to improve supply chain fairness
EFRA Committee chair Alistair Carmichael has written to Food Security Minister Daniel Zeichner MP, detailing findings from its inquiry into ‘Fairness in the food supply chain’.
UK and Faroe Islands reach fishing opportunities agreement
The UK fishing industry will receive over 2,000 tonnes of fishing opportunities in Faroese waters, following annual negotiations with the Faroe Islands for 2025.
Yeo Valley acquires The Collective dairy brand
Dairy company Yeo Valley Production Limited has reached an agreement to acquire Epicurean Dairy (UK) Limited and The Collective brand in the UK.