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Bringing you a compilation of the biggest trends facing the industry from some of the most knowledgeable industry leaders, recorded live at IFE Manufacturing, part of Food, Drink & Hospitality Week 2026.
Demystifying food and drink free trade agreements
This fireside chat from the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade explored how UK free trade agreements could support food and drink businesses looking to grow international sales and diversify supply chains. Will Barns-Graham and Joe Goldsworthy shared practical guidance on FTA compliance, rules of origin, and succeeding in key global markets, while highlighting how FTAs could help reduce barriers, unlock preferential tariffs, win new customers, and build more resilient supply chains.
Moderator:
- William Barns-Graham, Executive Editor - Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade
Speaker:
- Joseph Goldsworthy, Trade and customs specialist - Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade
FDEA Masterclass: Defra's top tips exposed. Eradicate your export issues now!
This practical masterclass, hosted by the Food & Drink Exporters Association, explored how Defra was helping to ease the importing and exporting challenges facing food and drink businesses. The session addressed common day-to-day issues and provided actionable guidance on reducing red tape, avoiding delays, resolving compliance challenges, and improving export efficiency.
Moderator:
- Paul Abley, Director of Community, Events and Partnerships - FDEA
FDEA Masterclass: Navigating nerve-wracking geo-politics
This session from the Food & Drink Exporters Association explored how geopolitical tensions, trade disputes, and policy shifts were reshaping international trade for food and drink businesses. The discussion examined tariffs, SPS requirements, free trade agreements, and the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership in practice, while sharing practical insights on managing risk, protecting supply chains, and exporting with confidence in an uncertain global market.
Moderator:
- Paul Abley, Director of Community, Events and Partnerships - FDEA
Speaker:
- David Hill, Managing Director - Cocoda Ltd
FDEA Masterclass: Top 10 export mistakes (and how to avoid costly ones)
The FDEA and its members shared over 25 years of exporting knowledge and experience, exploring the most common and costly export mistakes, from regulatory compliance and labelling to shelf life, logistics, pricing, and choosing the right partners. Attendees gained actionable insights to help reduce risk, protect their brand, and build a more confident and successful export strategy.
Moderators:
- Barney Mauleverer, Chairman - FDEA
- Katie Birrell, Managing Director - FDEA
Speaker:
- Alex Murphy, International Sales Controller - Taylors of Harrogate
FDEA Masterclass. Exporting 101: From first shipment to first success
FDEA’s Barney Mauleverer and Katie Birrell led this practical panel for food and drink businesses taking their first steps into exporting. Industry experts explored how to get products market-ready, navigate food regulations and certifications, manage logistics and shelf life, and secure reliable buyers, while sharing actionable insights to support long-term export success.
Moderators:
- Barney Mauleverer, Chairman - FDEA
- Katie Birrell, Managing Director - FDEA
Speaker:
- Paul Burns, International Business Manager - AG Barr Group
From local to global: How to finance your export ambitions
In this session, Jo Archer, Export Finance Manager at UK Export Finance (UKEF), explored how government-backed support could help businesses secure funding and guarantees for international trade. The session examined how UKEF worked with lenders to reduce risk and support exporters looking to grow in global markets.
Presenter:
- Jo Archer, Export Finance Manager - UK Export Finance
Getting your goods over the border without the headaches
This practical panel explored how food and drink businesses could improve supply chain resilience, manage risk, and stay compliant amid global disruption, climate pressures, and increasingly complex trade environments. Chaired by William Barns-Graham of the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade, the session featured Joe Goldsworthy and experienced exporters sharing real-world insights and technology-led solutions.
Moderator:
- William Barns-Graham, Executive Editor - Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade
Speakers:
- Adriana Santos, Head of International - Tracklements
- Glen Marriott, Commercial Controller - The Village Bakery Wrexham Ltd
- Joseph Goldsworthy, Trade and customs specialist - Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade
- Sophie Lavis, European compliance and customs manager - Flora Food Group
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