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Trade Snapshot Q1 2026: Food and drink market analysis
26 June 2026

FDF’s Q1 2026 Trade Snapshot reveals that food export volumes fell 8.9% year-on-year, reaching their lowest levels in a decade outside of Q1 2021, at the height of the pandemic.  

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Food and drink exports show worrying decline, as UK manufacturers lose ground in global markets

26 June 2026
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Oxford Economics report: NPM 2018 Impact Assessment review

22 June 2026
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Research reveals hidden economic hit for food manufacturers due to health policy overhaul

22 June 2026
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Shaping a healthier future through food & drink

16 June 2025
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SPS Agreement: what you need to know

SPS Agreement: what you need to know

UK food and drink law is aligning with the EU’s laws on food safety and standards. This is wider than a trade agreement with the EU and applies to all UK food and drink businesses, even if they don’t trade with the EU. Find out what UK food & drink manufacturers need to know about the SPS agreement so you can stay up to date and confidently navigate EU agri-food law alignment.

The SPS Agreement

State of Industry Q1 2026 report

FDF’s Q1 State of Industry report shows business confidence dropped to -64%, the lowest levels since the energy crisis following the invasion of Ukraine. The sector is calling on government to support energy costs and minimise regulatory burdens to help ease the strain on businesses.

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Nutrient Profiling Model (NPM) explained

NPM Explained

The Nutrient Profiling Model (NPM) was developed by the Food Standards Agency in 2004, using a scoring system to indicate whether a food is defined as ‘less healthy’ (HFSS) or ‘healthier’ (non-HFSS). This page explains what the model is, how it is used, and how the proposed changes to the NPM will affect the industry, as well as consumers.

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FDF Strategic Review

This year’s strategic review shows what FDF, in partnership with our members, has delivered over the past year and our focus for the future.

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FDF in Scotland & Wales

From industry through to policymakers, our teams in Scotland and Wales support the interests of manufacturing in Edinburgh and Cardiff.

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FDF Scotland

Established in 1999, FDF Scotland supports food and drink manufacturing industry in Scotland. Championing our members’ views to create an environment for the industry to thrive.

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FDF Cymru

FDF Cymru

FDF Cymru represents the food and drink manufacturing industry in Wales. Ensuring our members' views are heard by the Welsh Government, in the Senedd, and by policy makers in the UK Government.

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FDF Members help shape the future of food and drink, benefiting from our advocacy, regulatory and technical advice and thought leadership while accessing the latest industry data and analysis. 

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