Dairy and meat exporters join AHDB at global trade show
Exporters joined AHDB at the SIAL trade show running from 19th – 23rd October in Paris to fly the flag for UK dairy.
M&A activity deal volume increase led by grocery categories
UK finance advisor Oghma Partners has revealed that merger and acquisition deal volume was up 32.4% compared to the same period last year.
FDF Trade Snapshot highlights importance of EU trade
FDF has released its Trade Snapshot for H1 2024, finding that food and drink exports fell 6.1% to £11.2 billion compared to the same period last year.
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.
