Shaping the future of food and drink manufacturing

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Powering Communities across the UK
20 March 2026

FDF's Powering Communities report highlights the vital role food and drink manufacturing plays in every region and nation of the UK – supporting jobs, growth and local economies.

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Government urged to protect £42bn food manufacturing industry amid global volatility and cost of living crisis

20 March 2026
Report

State of Industry Report Q4 2025

25 February 2026
Press release

FDF sets out top 10 priorities for government to support UK food manufacturers in new EU trade agreement

16 February 2026
FDF statement

FDF statement on the Nutrient Profiling Model

Updated: 04 February 2026
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FDF Industry Awards - submit your entry

With 16 different categories, there's the opportunity for businesses of all sizes to be recognised for their outstanding work at the FDF Industry Awards. Submit your free entry before 4 May.

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Shaping a healthier future through food & drink

Our Shaping a healthier future report highlights the ongoing work of food and drink manufacturers to support the nation's health, alongside championing how we can work with government and other partners to drive further progress.

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HFSS toolkit

This toolkit brings together key resources to help you navigate regulations relating to food and drink high in fat, salt and sugar (HFSS).

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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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