The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Richard Williams appointed chief executive at Müller
Müller has appointed Richard Williams as chief executive officer of Müller Yogurt & Desserts in the UK and Ireland.
AHDB launches British dairy campaign in Hong Kong
AHDB has launched a month-long marketing campaign in which British dairy will be prepared by three professional chefs from Hong Kong.
Canterbury farmers call for supermarkets to supply British produce
Farmers in Canterbury took to the streets on Sunday 3rd March to protest against foreign imports of food.
Sainsbury’s changes bakeries to new model to save on costs
Sainsbury’s has announced that it will introduce a “more efficient way” of freshly baking products in-store, while reducing 1,500 jobs.
Welsh producers celebrate St David’s Day in London market
Food and Drink Wales declared that producers from Wales “took over” Spitalfields Market in London to celebrate Welsh food.
“Meaty” labels banned on plant-based products in France
France has published a decree banning “meaty” labels from being used for the marketing of plant-based products.
Danone reports “consistent progress” in 2023
Global manufacturer Danone has released its financial results for the full 2023 year, reporting “consistent progress and strong delivery”.
Chancellor’s Spring Budget: support for food businesses must be a priority
Industry called on the Chancellor ahead of the Spring Budget on Wednesday 6th March to provide support to food businesses.
Vegan Food Group set to acquire German tofu manufacturer
Plant-based manufacturer The Vegan Food Group has reported that it will acquire German tofu company Tofutown.
Scottish producers receive funding to make products healthier
Gary Maclean, the National Chef of Scotland, has announced the 14 food and drink businesses that will receive funding from FDF Scotland.