Defra suggests delay to border checks on fresh produce until July 2025
Defra has reportedly suggested that SPS checks on EU fruit and vegetables be delayed until 1st July 2025.
Food security initiatives have “focused too narrowly on agriculture”
Policy Exchange has revealed that over half of food and drink manufacturers think mitigating supply chain risks is a “significant concern” for their business.
UK to join CPTPP to “establish resilient supply chains”
The UK will join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnerships in December to “boost UK economy”, said Government.
FDF report finds UK-EU relationship a “top priority” for half of industry
FDF has published its Q2 State of Industry Report, with 50% of industry regarding the UK’s relationship with the EU as a “top priority” for Government.
Tesco achieves 5% increase in food sales for Q1
UK retailer Tesco has published its 2024/25 Q1 Trading Statement, reporting that its UK food sales were up 5%.
Increased trading costs contribute to 15-year low for export volumes
A report by the Food and Drink Federation has outlined a significant decline in UK food export volumes in Q1 of 2024.
