The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Scottish Education Minister highlights apprenticeships as a priority
Scottish Bakers’ NFDT welcomed the Higher and Further Education Minister Mr Graeme Dey to a site visit in Fife.
Food promotions “skewed towards ‘unhealthy’ options”, says FSS
A report looking at food purchased in Scotland has been published by FSS, proposing restrictions on promotions on so called ‘unhealthy’ foods.
Kerry experiences “good volume growth” in Q1
Ireland-based ingredients company Kerry has reported that it experienced “good volume growth” during Q1.
BRC finds inflation levels show signs of normalising
The BRC has revealed that inflation levels are slowing, as shop price inflation eased to its lowest since December 2021.
AHDB works to boost British dairy exports
As part of its work to promote British dairy products, the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board has shared a number of key developments.
Lidl to open hundreds of stores in 2024
Discounter Lidl GB has announced that it will celebrate its 30th anniversary by opening hundreds of new stores across the UK.
Stephanie Hildon appointed Ginsters managing director
Cornwall-based pasty company Ginsters has revealed that Stephanie Hildon has been appointed managing director.
Climate change has “huge impact” on food security, says Scottish Bakers
Scottish Bakers has expressed its food security concerns following “extreme weather” in the UK ahead of its annual conference in May.
Border strategy is “incompetent and expensive”, says FPC boss
The Fresh Produce Consortium criticised the UK border strategy, which has now come into force.
“Profound shortage” of skills in food sector – IGD report
A new report from IGD has outlined the industry’s challenges to growth and the problem of labour shortages.