Latest updates

Windsor Framework Member Guidance

We have updated our guidance document for members. This incorporates recent updates for Phase 3 (July 2025) 'Not for EU' labelling requirements, new packing list information and preparation for the Customs Changes at the end of March. 

The Windsor Framework: What does it mean for food and drink?

Indo-Pacific Roadshow

The UK government is hosting events across the UK between 04-13 March dedicated to helping businesses export to the Indo-Pacific region.

Meet with in-market experts for specific markets including:

  • CPTPP
  • South Korea
  • Thailand
  • Japan
  • Singapore

 

FDF members can find more information here.

Trade Policy: Member feedback required

Please see our summary of feedback requests. This document provides a comprehensive overview of opportunities to engage in a wide range of current trade policy activity. 

FDF's Response to DBT's Trade Strategy

The FDF has responded to DBT's call for a new Trade Strategy. Our response builds on our Trade and Investment Strategy for food and drink. FDF members can find a copy of our final response below.

 

Trade Strategy Priorities

UK-EU: Our priorities for facilitating trade in food and drink

Please see below the updated version of our UK/EU trade paper, which incorporates feedback from the latest meeting of the FDF International Trade Committee. 

UK-EU: Our priorities for facilitating trade in food and drink

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Our priorities to deliver world leading borders and customs to support the growth of UK food and drink manufacturing.

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FDF Trade Snapshots

Our quarterly Trade Snapshots provide analysis of the latest trends in UK food and drink exports and imports.

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Guidance and support

Key information, guidance and support to help you trade internationally and navigate changing UK trade policy.

Report: A UK trade and investment strategy for food and drink

In this report, we have set out a series of actions which champions the interests of the UK’s food and drink industry alongside delivering economic growth and providing greater choice and affordability of products for UK households.

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