Our latest export statistics reveal export statistics show that in the first
half of 2018, UK exports of all
food and drink hit £10.68bn, up 5.1% on the same period in 2017, led by growth
to the EU27.
Exports to EU countries (+7.3%) grew at a faster rate than those to non-EU
countries (+1.6%).
However, UK export growth to Japan and the US is being outpaced by both Spain
and Ireland, and
more support is needed.
Ian Wright CBE, Chief Executive, Food and Drink Federation, said: “This analysis of UK food and drink exports in the first half of this year
reveals several great success
stories and a number of areas with room for growth. Food and drink sales are
flying the flag for the UK
around the world. However, some of our competitors are outshining us." View full press release »
Latest Statistics:
2018 - H1
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