Breaking the chain

Businesses in 'farm to fork' supply chain reveal workforce concerns in landmark Brexit survey

• Almost half (47%) of businesses surveyed said EU nationals were considering leaving the UK due to uncertainty surrounding their future.
• Over a third (36%) of businesses surveyed said they would become unviable if they had no access to EU workers.
• Almost a third (31%) of businesses surveyed had seen EU nationals leave since the EU referendum.
• 17% of respondents said they would look to relocate overseas if they had no access to EU nationals.

In light of the findings, the survey includes a number of key recommendations to Government.

View the report: Breaking the chain

Grant Thornton report reveals untapped potential of UK food and drink manufacturing industry

A new Food and Drink Federation (FDF) commissioned industry-wide report by Grant Thornton has highlighted key growth opportunities for the food and drink industry, the UK's largest manufacturing sector.

The report, which is to be launched at FDF's parliamentary reception, also explores the obstacles the industry faces, the unique geographical spread of the sector and its importance to the wider UK economy.

Read our press release

View the executive summary

Download the full report

Call for sugar alternatives

FDF has joined forces with the British Retail Consortium (BRC) to put a call out to manufacturers and suppliers who have products or ingredients that can help to reduce the sugar content in other products.

These will be included in a database of sugar alternatives and sugar reduced products for FDF and BRC members to use as part of their sugar reduction efforts.

More information

To have a product included, complete the online form.

New guide to boost UK food and drink exports

Food and drink companies will receive advice to begin or accelerate their export journey today with the launch of a new five step guide.

The guide encourages current and would-be exporters to think about the core elements of the export process, answering key questions, and providing useful tips and relevant contacts.

Download guide: Food and drink exporting – Five steps to success