The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
McCain commits to 100% regenerative agriculture by 2030 in financial report
McCain Foods has filed its end of year report for the period ended 30th June 2023, which revealed that profits are up and outlined plans for more sustainable business practices.
Westminster Food & Nutrition Forum announces new gene-edited food conference
Westminster Food and Nutrition Forum has announced a new conference that will examine gene-edited food production in England.
Hill Biscuits appoints new member to its board
Hill Biscuits has appointed its former head of sales to the position of commercial director as part of the company’s commitment to growth.
Bakery products see falling prices – ONS
ONS has reported that prices for bakery products have fallen, despite being on the rise between the same period a year ago.
MPs hear from NFU Scotland on importance of domestic food production
MPs and Lords heard from NFU Scotland about the importance of domestic food production ahead of a General Election.
Plant-based labelling ban suspended in France
France has suspended its ban on “meaty” labels for plant-based foods, which was due to come into force on 1st May 2024.
McCain’s Foods acquires plant-based company Strong Roots
Frozen food company McCain’s Foods has announced that it has acquired Dublin-based food producer Strong Roots, following a partnership in 2021.
Food bodies call on Government for more support of industry apprenticeships
In a letter to the Skills Minister, FTC and PTF have called for more support for food apprenticeships amidst cost increases and skills shortages.
Tesco introduces ‘Best of British’ section on its website
UK supermarket Tesco has become the seventh retailer to launch a ‘Best of British’ page on its website.
Food costs cause concern as consumers adopt “risky” food behaviours
The latest FSA Food and You 2 survey has revealed that consumers have reported the highest level of food affordability concerns in four years.