The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Tesco makes seafood carbon emissions profiling commitment
UK retailer Tesco plans to implement the Seafood Carbon Emissions Profiling Tool (SCEPT) across its seafood supply chain and products.
Red Tractor claims trust in UK food at highest level since 2021
Red Tractor has released its fourth annual ‘Trust in Food Index’, finding that trust in UK food is at its highest level since 2021.
Kerry predicts Asian citrus and regional barbecue flavour trends
In its 2025 Taste Charts, global food company Kerry has predicted the taste trends of the year according to current markets.
Value of food M&A deals up on the year, says Oghma
Oghma Partners has published its latest UK Food and Beverage Sector M&A report, which shows a “significant increase” in UK food and beverage M&A activity.
British cheese showcased in Las Vegas
An exclusive Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board-hosted event invited 12 exporters to showcase British cheese in Las Vegas.
Associated British Foods reports decline in UK revenue
International food and retail group Associated British Foods has issued its trading update for the 16 weeks to 4th January 2025, reporting revenue declines in its UK brands.
Katie Pettifer appointed FSA CEO
The Food Standards Agency has appointed Katie Pettifer as its new CEO, following her term as interim chief executive.
Record online grocery spending over Christmas
AHDB has shared its latest retail and consumer insights report, finding that online grocery spend reached a record £1.6 billion during the festive period.
Lidl to increase fibre in grocery products
UK discounter Lidl has announced a fibre strategy, aiming to increase the tonnage of total fibre sold by 20% by 2026.
Report highlights customers look for provenance in frozen food
A retail report has revealed that customers choose frozen food for health and convenience reasons, rather than affordability.