The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
FDF manifesto to “foster investment” and encourage Government backing
The FDF has unveiled its manifesto, which details its long-term vision for the sector.
Proposed immigration rules the “wrong approach”, say Scottish trade bodies
Members of the Scottish food industry have written to the Home Secretary opposing the proposed UK immigration rules.
Quarter of British egg producers face uncertainty, says NFU
A survey carried out by the NFU has revealed that 24% of British egg producers are unsure if they will still be producing poultry beyond 2025.
Scotland First Minister confirms 70% of agriculture funding will be direct payments
Scottish First Minister Humza Yousaf has confirmed that funding for Tiers 1 and 2 will make up at least 70% of the funding envelope from 2027.
Kellogg’s proposes closure of its Manchester factory
Kellanova has proposed the closure of its Trafford Park factory in three years’ time, with the potential for 360 jobs to be lost as a result.
Food Industry Awards 2024 product judging hailed a success
Product judging for the 2024 FMT Food Industry Awards has now concluded, with judges reporting high levels of quality entries.
Shelfwatch survey finds Aldi stocks largest amount of Scottish produce
NFU Scotland has revealed the results of its Shelfwatch survey, identifying “mixed support” for Scottish produce across supermarkets.
Veggie Pret stores to revert to regular stores
UK café chain Pret a Manger said that it will be changing its final three branches of its Veggie Pret stores back to regular Pret stores.
“Say ‘no’ to low-cost supermarket produce,” says retail expert
NFU conference speaker Ged Futter has encouraged the agricultural sector to challenge supermarket and distributor demands for low-cost products.
“Increasing demand for sustainable packaging solutions”, says Smurfit Kappa
Smurfit Kappa has unveiled its results for the full year ending 31st December 2023, reporting EBITDA of €2,080 million.