News

• New FFB report: global dairy innovation

  Innovation in the global dairy market is driven by healthy product reformulation and ever more convenient packaging, according to Food from Britain’s latest research report, ‘Innovations in Dairy’.

  14 May 2008

• Harness Chinese opportunities at FHC China 2008

  Beer, biscuits and cheese are some of the British products with high potential in China, according to Chinese buyers. FFB’s British pavilion at FHC China 2008 will enable British producers to take advantage of the opportunities in this booming market.

  14 May 2008

• Austria: hungry for innovation

  British exports to Austria grew by 15% in 2007 to almost £35m. FFB’s Austria Roadshow, taking place in Vienna on 24-25 March 2008, will provide insights into the market and the opportunity to discuss your products with key buyers and distributors.

  14 May 2008

• FFB springs into action for British food and drink

  Spring has come and FFB's international network has been growing business for British food and drink suppliers. Find out what the network has been up to.

  18 April 2008

• Explosion in French private label puts Brits ahead of the game

  With French retailers increasingly looking to Britain to meet emerging trends in the French marketplace, FFB France’s Food Retailing in France Workshop is designed to enable British food and drink manufacturers to take advantage of French opportunities.

  18 April 2008

• Lessons and opportunities in the US market

  The Summer Fancy Food show is a great opportunity for British manufacturers to exploit the UK's leadership in a range of important trends sweeping the US.

  18 April 2008

• Visit Russia, Europe’s future largest grocery market

  Russia is a market growing at 15-20% per year and by 2020, the country will be Europe’s largest grocery market. FFB is organising a “practical guide to the Russian market” in the country’s two largest cities, Moscow and St Petersburg, from 15-18 September

  17 April 2008

• Showcase your products in Singapore’s leading hypermarket

  Food from Britain, in cooperation with Carrefour and the British High Commission, is looking for companies to participate in the exciting “Tastes of Great Britain” retail promotion in Singapore this July.

  17 April 2008

• New exporters alert: a perfect networking opportunity

  FFB’s International Networking Event – New Markets, New Sectors, will bring together new, potential and experienced exporters from all sectors to share experiences to enhance and develop their export businesses.

  17 April 2008

• Record-breaking 9th edition for European Sandwich & Snack Show

  The European Sandwich & Snack Show, the first professional trade show dedicated to the snacking industry, celebrated its 9th record-breaking edition in Paris on 19th and 20th March.

  16 April 2008

• UK exports to Singapore soar as Britain comes to Food & Hotel Asia

  Seven British food and drink companies have the booming ASEAN market in their sights as they exhibit with FFB’s British pavilion at the Food & Hotel Asia Singapore exhibition on 22-25 April.

  01 April 2008

• FMD a minor blip on thriving UK food and drink exports

  Demand for British produce abroad has never been greater, according to latest research from Food from Britain. Figures for the period January to September 2007 reveal that UK food and drink exports were up 10% on the same period in 2006, to reach £8,185.6

  31 March 2008

• A taste of India at Food & Drink Expo

  Visitors to the Food from Britain stand at Food & Drink Expo in Birmingham on 6-9 April will be able to get a taste of the insight on offer from leading Indian retailer Reliance Fresh, keynote speaker at FFB’s International Networking Event on 21 May.

  31 March 2008

• British companies March across the globe

  March saw FFB's international network assist British food and drink companies to win business and promote their products internationally. Read about what we have been doing.

  28 March 2008

• Meet leading international health food buyers at Natural & Organic Products Europe

  Food from Britain’s international network representatives will be bringing key natural and organic buyers from Spain, France and Germany to the FFB stand at the Natural & Organic Products Europe show at London Olympia on 13-14 April.

  26 March 2008

• East of England funding for export in 2008-09

  Food and drink companies in the East of England seeking to grow their international business will benefit from the East of England Development Agency (EEDA)’s support programme for 2008-09, to be launched at the end of March.

  20 March 2008

• Statement from the Managing Directors of the “Food from Britain (FFB) International Network”

  The Managing Directors of the “FFB International Network” want to emphasize their determination to continue to provide a first-class export management service to the UK Food and Drink industry.

  17 March 2008

• FFB statement regarding winding up by 31 March 2009

  FFB’s response to developments in its funding from Defra.

  17 March 2008

• British exports to Spain surge by 20%

  UK food and drink exports to Spain rocketed by 20% in 2007, according to figures from market development body Food from Britain (FFB), on the eve of the Alimentaria show in Barcelona on 10-14 March 2008.

  10 March 2008

• Brits to sell seaweed to the Japanese

  Nine British food and drink companies will be selling seaweed to the Japanese – along with products ranging from herb cordials to smoked salmon – at the Foodex exhibition in Tokyo on 11-14 March 2008.

  04 March 2008

• Canada: a safe bet in a troubled market

  Food from Britain North America has been beefing up its Canadian operation to meet the needs of the growing number of British companies exporting to the market, which has the best overall economic performance of any of the powerful G8 countries.

  03 March 2008

• Apply now for the Summer Fancy Food Show 2008

  Food from Britain has opened recruitment for the British pavilion at Summer Fancy Food Show in New York on 29 June to 3 July 2008.

  29 February 2008

• Leading Indian retailer to present at FFB Networking Event

  Leading Indian retailer Reliance Fresh, which was recently reported to be in talks with Marks & Spencer over a Joint Venture in the market, will be presenting to delegates at Food from Britain’s International Networking Event on Wednesday 21 May 2008.

  22 February 2008

• FFB to launch international health food trends research

  Food from Britain will launch the results of a major study of the international market of the health, wellbeing and organic food and drink category with a series of presentations and export clinics at the Natural & Organic Products Europe Show.

  22 February 2008

• Scoring for British food around the world

  FFB's international network works hard to promote British food and drink products around the world. Here's a few things we did in February.

  22 February 2008

• Record British showing at Gulfood 2008

  Classic British traditions will meet British innovation as Food from Britain (FFB), the export agency for British food and drink, showcases a record number of exhibitors on its British pavilion at the Gulfood show in Dubai on 24-27 February 2008.

  24 February 2008

• FFB statement regarding winding up by 31 March 2009

  Lady Jay (Sylvia), Chairman of Food from Britain, comments on Defra's funding settlement announced on Thursday 21 February

  21 February 2008

• First FFB British pavilion at Biofach 2008

  British organic producers will able to take advantage of the growing market for organic products as Food from Britain (FFB), makes its first appearance at Biofach, the world’s leading organic trade exhibition in Nuremberg on 21-24 February.

  21 February 2008

• True Story: Artisan Biscuits win Best New British Product at ISM

  Ashbourne-based Artisan Biscuits’ ‘True Story’ Organic Dark Chocolate & Chilli Crunchy Cookie has won the Food from Britain Best New British Product Award at ISM, the international sweets and biscuits fair.

  29 January 2008

• Sweet success predicted for British producers in Cologne

  Hopes are high among the 60 exhibitors British pavilion exhibitors at ISM, the International Sweets and Biscuits Fair in Cologne on 27-30 January 2008, as UK exports of biscuits and confectionery continued to grow in 2007.

  27 January 2008

• Mark the date – Export Awards 2008 date announced

  Food from Britain (FFB) is pleased to announce that the 2008 Food from Britain Export Awards and Network Forum will take place on 10 December 2008 at the Landmark London Hotel.

  25 January 2008

• British business booms in the festive season

  New listings for products from sausages to smoothies, chutneys to cheese: FFB's international network grew British business over the festive season.

  25 January 2008

• Meet the Southern European Markets

  FFB is offering companies the opportunity to meet with its in-market experts from Italy, Portugal and Spain to explore their export potential. The ‘Meet the Market’ event will enable you to make appointments with experts at FFB’s London offices.

  24 January 2008

• Secure your share of a £6bn global market

  What do Unilever, Kettle Chips, Weetabix, Arla Foods, Patterson Arran and Tate and Lyle have in common? All have their products kosher certified by KLBD London Beth Din.

  24 January 2008

• Classic British fare to warm the heart at Winter Fancy Food

  It may be cold outside but the six exhibitors at the Food from Britain British pavilion at San Diego’s Winter Fancy Food show on 13-15 January 2008 will warm the hearts of buyers seeking Britain’s top-quality products.

  14 January 2008

• UK Wine Producers Toast Lifting of Planting Ban

  English and Welsh wine producers have particular reason to celebrate the New Year, following the announcement just before Christmas that extension to the EU wide planting ban will not apply to the UK.

  07 January 2008

• Carrefour lifts lid on private label plans

  José Luis Duran, Chairman of the Management Board at the Carrefour Group, explained the Group’s plans for extensive private label development at the Food from Britain (FFB) Export Awards and Network Forum on 19 December.

  20 December 2007

• Walkers Shortbread crowned ‘Food & Drink Exporter of the Year’ at Food from Britain Export Awards

  Walkers Shortbread beat off stiff competition from the UK’s best food and drink producers to become the ‘Food and Drink Exporter of the Year 2007’ at the prestigious Food from Britain Export Awards.

  20 December 2007

• A festive perspective: fat goose vs wild turkey

  In a festive treat, Michael Raffael, award-winning food journalist and author, muses on the varying appeal of two Christmas dinner staples.

  06 December 2007

• Crack Spain at Alimentaria

  November’s Iberia Roadshow attracted buyers from across Spain and Portugal, keen to meet the 30 British producers who took advantage of the networking opportunities it provided. Another opportunity to crack Spain is Alimentaria in March.

  07 December 2007

• Changes in the Client Development team

  After four years at Food from Britain, Jane Wakeling is leaving today, Friday 7 December. However, we are delighted to tell you that Richard Sainter, a familiar face to some of you, will be taking interim responsibility for the Client Development team.

  06 December 2007

• Poland open for British business

  FFB’s recent fact-finding mission to Poland found a market growing at an extraordinary rate, with a growing taste for product sectors where Britain shines.

  06 December 2007

• Around the world with FFB: November activity

  Find out about some of the companies with which FFB has worked in the past month, generating business for British food and drink producers.

  06 December 2007

• Appointment of Welsh representative to Food from Britain Council

  Rural Affairs Minister Elin Jones has announced the appointment of Professor Brian Morgan as the Welsh representative on the Food from Britain Council.

  03 December 2007

• British focus at 2008 European Sandwich & Snack Show

  The 9th European Sandwich & Snack Show 2008 will be taking place on Wednesday 19th and Thursday 20th March 2008. New features include the “Innovations” area dedicated to all things British, showcasing Britain’s leadership of the snack market.

  13 November 2007

• Food from Britain announces personnel changes

  Food from Britain has announced that its Development Markets Manager and its Head of Client Development have secured new posts in the food and drink industry and will be leaving the organisation shortly.

  13 November 2007

• Your questions on India…answered!

  FFB’s Development Markets Manager, Emma Walters, will be visiting India in December on a fact-finding mission, following an explosion in interest in India for British food and drink.

  12 November 2007

• Leading Asian distributor shows a taste for British

  FFB’s Asia Pacific Workshop proved fruitful for four British companies identified as having good potential in Asia by Jean-Pierre Chesse, Chief Executive of leading Chinese distributor Sinodis.

  09 November 2007

• FFB around the world: work in October

  Find out how FFB's international network has been helping British food and drink companies around the world.

  05 November 2007

• Record breaking start for UK food and drink exports

  UK food and drink exports continued to break all records in the first half of 2007, according to latest figures from market development network Food from Britain.

  05 November 2007

• Supermarket supplier scout scheme sales top £1 million

  Eight British companies are reaping the benefits of a groundbreaking supplier scout scheme developed by FFB and Sainsbury’s.

  01 November 2007

• Food from Britain supports regional food at Borough Market

  FFB will be strengthening its support of regional food and drink producers as it announces its involvement with the regional food group promotions at Borough Market, where it will be running a market place.

  01 November 2007

• Veetee’s Dine-in wins Best New British Product at ANUGA

  Veetee’s Dine-in microwaveable rice won FFB’s Best New British Product Award at ANUGA.

  22 October 2007

• British champions get a right royal reward

  Winning ambassadors of British food celebrate at Highgrove

  11 October 2007

• New EU packaging regulations on glass jars

  From July 1 2008, new European packaging regulations come into force which will affect glass jars with metal lids.

  01 October 2007

• Organisational changes at FFB

  Food from Britain has announced changes in its organisation and staffing.

  09 October 2007

• FFB finds huge potential in the Russian market

  Food from Britain’s trade development visit to Moscow on 17-20 September discovered first hand the huge potential for UK food and drink producers in this exciting market.

  09 October 2007

• The Carrefour Group scoops FFB's ‘International Retailer of the Year’

  Food from Britain has named French retailing giant The Carrefour Group as the ‘International Retailer of the Year’ in its annual export awards.

  03 October 2007

• FFB around the world: September update

  FFB's international network works constantly to generate business for British food and drink companies around the world. Read about some of our successes in September.

  01 October 2007

• Food from Britain strengthens Canadian operation

  FFB has announced the appointment of Doug Robertson, former head of sales at leading Canadian distributor SunOpta, to head its Canadian operation as Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Food from Britain North America (FFBNA) / Canadian Office.

  28 September 2007

• Foot and Mouth Disease: guidance on export restrictions

  With eight infected premises since 3 August, export restrictions remain in place for affected products from mainland Britain. The following is a guide for exporters.

  25 September 2007

• New suspected Foot and Mouth outbreak announced in Surrey

  A suspected case of Foot and Mouth Disease has been discovered outside of the existing surveillance zone in Surrey.

  12 September 2007

• Food from Britain announces new CEO

  John Adams, former Chief Executive of Rural Development Service and acting Director General for Living Land and Seas, has taken up the appointment as Food from Britain’s Interim Chief Executive Officer.

  05 September 2007

• China’s leading distributor seeks new UK suppliers

  Jean-Pierre Chesse, CEO of Sinodis, one of China’s leading importer and distributor of food products, will visit the UK on the 27 September with the aim of adding new UK companies to the Sinodis portfolio.

  05 September 2007

• Baxter Hoare: why use a travel agent?

  FFB is proud to offer Associate Membership to companies that provide key services to its clients. Among our Associate Members are travel agents, freight forwarders, exhibition suppliers, research bodies and industry associations.

  05 September 2007

• Top tips for China

  Read this if you are considering exhibiting at FHC in Shanghai in November. The Chinese market offers incredible opportunities but would-be exporters face tough challenges in a market with limited knowledge of the UK’s strengths.

  05 September 2007

• Last chance to Feel Good at FFB’s Export Awards

  With two days to go before entries close for the 2007 FFB Export Awards, the Feel Good Drinks Company, double-award winner in 2006, is polishing up its entry – and this time they’re aiming for the top.

  05 September 2007

• FMD export restrictions to EU lifted for most of UK

  The European Commission has agreed to limit the ban on exports of animals and products affected by the Foot and Mouth outbreak to the 10km surveillance zone surrounding the site of the outbreak in Surrey.

  23 August 2007

• Foot and Mouth Disease: FFB statement

  Food from Britain have released the following statement regarding the impact on exports of Foot and Mouth Disesase.

  07 August 2007

• Foot and Mouth Disease update: new international trade rules

  Exports of meat and meat products have been suspended following the confirmation of Food and Mouth Disease in Surrey, England, on Friday 3 August.

  06 August 2007

• Top exporters set to shine

  Stars of the food and drink export industry are once again being given the chance to shine by entering the Food from Britain (FFB) Export Awards 2007, in association with The Grocer.

  16 July 2007

• Biofach 2008: a new opportunity for organic producers

  The international organic market is booming, and FFB is offering them the opportunity to tap into it by joining the first British Pavilion at Biofach 2008, the world’s largest organic trade fair, in Nuremberg, Germany, on 21-24 February 2007.

  04 July 2007

• July's international activity update

  FFB's international network is constantly working to promote British products around the world. Here are some of our most recent activities.

  04 July 2007

• FFB To Sponsor The British Cheese Awards Trade Day

  This year is a milestone for Food from Britain (FFB), as it is the fifth year it’s supporting the Great British Cheese Festival. For the first time, FFB will also be sponsoring the British Cheese Awards Trade Day.

  16 July 2007

• Russia - don't be put off!

  FFB’s Russian Trade Development Visit, taking place over four days in Moscow on 17-20 September, is designed to introduce British food and drink producers to this high-potential market.

  04 July 2007

• "The road less travelled": alternative routes to market

  Securing listings with mainstream multiple retailers is not the only ticket to international sales success. Exclusive new research from FFB reveals alternative routes to market for British food and drink companies.

  04 July 2007

• Calling all Fair Trade producers!

  Following a recent publicity drive by Danish celebrities, Fair Trade products have been enjoying an unprecedented high profile in Denmark – creating a demand that is a great opportunity for British Fair Trade suppliers.

  26 June 2007

• June's international activity update

  FFB's international network works constantly to promote British products around the world. Here is some of the work we've been doing this month.

  08 June 2007

• Award winner Honeytop finds new opportunities in Spain

  With the countdown to the 2007 Export Awards continuing, Honeytop Speciality Foods has been proving their worth as winner of the 2006 Cereals Exporter of the Year, by appointing a new distributor for their products at FFB’s Spanish Roadshow.

  08 June 2007

• Free support for Yorkshire and Humberside companies

  Food from Britain (FFB) has teamed up with the UKTI International Trade Team in Yorkshire and Humber to offer free research advice to food and drink companies in the region.

  08 June 2007

• Tasty opportunities for snack producers

  Calling all sweet and savoury snack producers? Do you know what FFB has on offer to help you grow your business?

  08 June 2007

• Adventurous consumers fuel rise in popularity of ethnic foods

  The growth of the retail ethnic foods market in western Europe is outpacing the overall food and drinks market in the region, according to a new report issued by Food from Britain (FFB) and Leatherhead Food International (LFI).

  04 June 2007

• Tesco shares secrets of success

  Food from Britain’s (FFB) International Networking Event has been hailed as a success, with delegates treated to valuable insights into Tesco’s international strategy from International Buying Director Matt Simister.

  31 May 2007

• Tender for Britain's Food Heritage project

  As advertised in The Grocer on Saturday 19 May.

  17 May 2007

• FFB ‘toasts’ English Wine Week for the fifth year running

  FFB ‘raises a glass’ to English wine as it announces its fifth year of support for English Wine Week.

  10 May 2007

• East of England takes international stage

  Food and drink companies in the east of England are to receive a boost in their efforts to win business overseas.

  08 May 2007

• May's international network update

  FFB's international network is constantly working with British food and drink producers to help them win business in new markets. Read about our recent activity.

  08 May 2007

• FFB Export Award ‘tremendous boost’ for Patak’s

  FFB's 2007 Export Awards offer a great opportunity to promote your business internationationally, as last year's Grocery Exporter Award winner Patak's has found.

  08 May 2007

• British food on show in Singapore

  FFB is organising a British food promotion at top-end foodservice outlets in Singapore, to promote British food to the growing appetite for Western food in Singapore.

  08 May 2007

• Top British producers invited to enter Taste of Britain Awards 2007

  FFB is proud to announce the 2007 Taste of Britain Awards, in partnership with The Daily Telegraph, Sainsbury's, IGD, Defra and FFB, aims to find the best ambassadors for British food and drink.

  18 April 2007

• Sainsbury's takes stock of small suppliers at IFE07

  A selection of regional producers that exhibited at this year’s IFE07 were successfully chosen by Sainsbury’s to attend its head office for further discussions.

  03 May 2007

• UK Food and Drink Exports Reach Record Level In 2006

  British food and drink exports have broken previous trading records and reached an all time high in 2006.

  20 April 2007