
FDF launches report to tackle fall in food business confidence
Confidence among the UK’s 12,500 food and drink manufacturers is in “sharp decline”, as businesses are faced with a range of rising costs in 2025.
Confidence among the UK’s 12,500 food and drink manufacturers is in “sharp decline”, as businesses are faced with a range of rising costs in 2025.
NFU has welcomed the establishment of the Food Strategy Advisory Board, but said for this to be successful it is “vital the right policy framework is in place”.
Members of the food industry will join with Government each month to advise on a national food strategy, with Food Security Minister Daniel Zeichner MP acting as chair.
EFRA Committee chair Alistair Carmichael has written to Food Security Minister Daniel Zeichner MP, detailing findings from its inquiry into ‘Fairness in the food supply chain’.
UK foodservice wholesaler Sysco GB held a parliamentary reception in Westminster to highlight the importance of the UK’s food supply chain.
The 2025 NFU Conference saw Defra Secretary Steve Reed make a number of farming announcements, while Defra stood firm on IHT measures.