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Trade Snapshot H1 2026: Food and drink market analysis
25 September 2026

Our latest Trade Snapshot reveals a concerning picture for UK food and drink trade. Export volumes fell to the third lowest this millennium, dropping by over a tenth (11.7%) in the first half of 2026.

Press release

Food and drink exports drop to third lowest levels on record as imports soar

25 September 2026
Press release

Food and drink manufacturers lead push for world-first healthy food sales reporting

14 September 2026
FDF statement

FDF response to August food inflation figures

16 September 2026
Report

UK food inflation forecast 2026-2027

09 September 2026
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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
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.

NPM explainer

State of Industry Report Q2 2026

Our latest report shows business confidence remained downbeat at -31%, extending a run of negative sentiment for nine consecutive quarters.

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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.

FDF Scotland

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.

FDF Scotland
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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