Product entry for FMT Industry Awards now open
Entry to the Food Management Today Industry Awards is now open and includes categories for The Best Red Meat Product and The Best Poultry Product. Group editor of Food Management Today and Meat Management magazine, Pam Brook said: “If you’ve not yet nominated your products for entry in the Food Management Today Industry Awards there’s still time. Entry is completely free, and you can nominate as many products as you...
Binghams launches into Morrisons in Scotland
Potted beef and spreads manufacturer Binghams is launching a Potted Hough into 60 Morrisons stores throughout Scotland. Binghams Potted Hough is made to a traditional Scottish recipe and is made using 100% Scottish sourced shin beef which is slow roasted then combined with a secret blend of spices. “We are proud to be working with Scottish Farmers to source the fantastic quality Scotch Beef which is used in the Binghams Potted...
Advice for retailers on how to exploit potential of thin cut steaks
A recent report, released by AHDB Beef and Lamb, shows retailers how to unlock the potential of the thin cut beef sector. The key recommendations are: Promote thin cut steaks with clear merchandising and positioning Inspire consumers with a variety of meal solutions Consistency will deliver confidence and repeat purchase The report outlines the findings of in-depth consumer research and product analysis undertaken by AHDB Beef &...
Cranswick growth continues
Meat processing giant, Cranswick, has released its Q1 update and reports an increase in its revenues of 8%. If the contribution made by its acquisition of Benson Park in October last year is removed, the increase is 4%. Cranswick says its major capital investment programme at the Benson site remains on track and will be commissioned in Q3 of the current financial year. The group says its remains confident in both the prospects for the...
Jim Moseley to take over chairmanship of Red Tractor scheme in November
Assured Food Standards (AFS), the company that operates the Red Tractor scheme, has appointed former Tulip marketing director, Jim Moseley, to take over as chairman from the end of November 2015. He will succeed David Gregory, who has completed the maximum six years’ service allowed. Moseley has spent over 38 years in the food and drink industry, including 15 years as managing director of General Mills UK and 12 years at Tulip as...