The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
FDF Scotland announces £50k of funding for Scottish food manufacturers
Food and Drink Federation Scotland has announced £50,000 of funding to help Scottish manufacturers make their food healthier.
UK discounters back British farming and produce
UK discounters Aldi and Lidl have made moves to support UK farming by making British produce more accessible to consumers.
AHDB showcases British cheese exports in Las Vegas
AHDB took to Las Vegas to host a British Cheese Night at Mandalay Bay Hotel, with exporters showcasing British cheese at the event.
Consumer Confidence Index reaches two year high
Global information company GfK has revealed that its Consumer Confidence Index has risen to its highest score in two years.
UK and Canada suspend trade negotiations as cheese tariffs soar
UK and Canada trade talks have paused as British cheese import tariffs soar and Canadian Ministers call for hormone-treated beef exports.
Greencore reports “strong” first quarter results
UK convenience food manufacturer Greencore Group plc has released its trading update for the 13 weeks ended Friday 29th December 2023.
‘Shelfwatch’: NFU to survey where Scottish produce is being sold
NFU Scotland said that it will be undertaking a survey of Scottish supermarket shelves, identifying where Scottish produce can be bought.
FMT Food Industry Awards: deadline for product entry approaches
Product entry for the FMT Food Industry Awards 2024 closes on Friday 2nd February.
“It’s time for change” says NFU ahead of independent review with AHDB
AHDB and NFU have revealed the next steps in their jointly run farm to fork assurance independent review.
Sainsbury’s CEO Simon Roberts appointed IGD president
IGD has announced that Jason Tarry will step down from his role of IGD president, and Sainsbury’s CEO Simon Roberts will take his place.