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State of Industry Report Q1 2026
28 May 2026

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.

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Food manufacturing sector confidence collapses as industry fears the impacts of the Middle East conflict

28 May 2026
FDF statement

FDF welcomes UK trade deal with GCC

21 May 2026
FDF statement

FDF responds to April 2026 ONS inflation figures

20 May 2026
Report

Understanding UK food inflation

28 April 2026
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Middle East Conflict

As the conflict continues to unfold, food and drink manufacturers are facing growing disruption across supply chains. Find out more about what we are doing to support members and industry.

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Nutrient Profiling Model 2018 calculator

The Nutrient Profiling Model is a scoring system that identifies food and drink high in fat, salt and sugar (HFSS). The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) is currently consulting on applying the 2018 Nutrient Profiling Model (NPM) to the Less Healthy Food (LHF) Advertising Regulations (UK) and the HFSS Food Promotion and Placement Regulations (England). The consultation will close on 17 June 2026. Use our NPM calculator to calculate your product's 2018 Nutrient Profiling Model score.

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FDF Industry Awards - entries deadline extended

Due to high levels of interest, we're pleased to confirm that we will be extending the deadline to 16 June. Don't miss out on the chance to celebrate your achievements.

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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 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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