B&W results disappointing - developing error?

I recently shot a roll of Ilford FP4+, 125 iso, bulk loaded film and had the roll processed at a local lab. I have never had problems with previous rolls of b&w film until this time. When I got my prints back, I was upset to find that not a single print turned out. Normally, I will have some under and over-exposed prints, as that would be my own fault as a photographer. But generally, I get a good handful of great shots, where I would then make more prints from myself.

Could this have been an error on the lab's part, or mine, or could the film have been exposed to light when it was loaded into the film canister? I shot both indoor and outdoor (snow) shots and nothing turned out. Photos were not even sharp. I was not doing anything different than normal. Should I just write this off as a learning experience and keep at it?

Thanks, - M

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