The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
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.
PM reveals Food Security Index at Farm to Fork Summit
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak unveiled the first Food Security Index at the 2024 Farm to Fork Summit.
Arla invests in dairy production to boost UK food security
Arla Foods has pledged to invest in four of its production sites, bringing its total UK investments in 2024 to over £300 million.
Quorn revenue declines by 4%
Global food company Monde Nissin, which owns vegetarian brand Quorn, has reported a 4% decline in Q1 revenue for Quorn.
Lidl increases pay as part of £2.5m investment
UK discounter Lidl GB has announced that from 1st June it is increasing pay for hourly-paid colleagues to a minimum of £12.40 across the country.