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Beef a primary source of value growth for Ireland’s UK exports

2026-01-08T08:30:00+00:00

Bord Bia has published the results of its annual Export Performance and Prospects Report, finding that Irish beef exports were the primary driver of growth for the UK market.

Meat industry highlights successes and struggles during 2025

2026-01-07T11:43:00+00:00

Retailers saw highest spend in the fresh meat category over the Christmas period, as industry looks back at how the meat industry performed in 2025.

Sophie Throup named NFU director general

2026-01-06T12:43:00+00:00

Former Morrisons executive Sophie Throup has been appointed to succeed Terry Jones as director general of the National Farmers’ Union, after it was announced that Jones would step down in the spring of 2026.

AIMS sees increased popularity of pork tomahawk cuts

2026-01-06T12:25:00+00:00

The Association of Independent Meat Suppliers observed a “slight” increase in meat and poultry inflation during December, as head of communications Tony Goodger predicts a rise in pork popularity.

AHDB highlights lean meat benefits as GLP-1 use rises

2026-01-06T12:24:00+00:00

The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board has spotlighted lean cuts of meat as an affordable protein source, as consumers seek nutrient-dense foods amid a rise in GLP-1 use.

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Inconvenient truths
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Is current energy policy at odds with food security? JP Garnier asks the question.
A year of two halves
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Despite a frenetic start to 2025, the food industry has ended up playing a waiting game this year, says IMTA’s Katrina Walsh.
Let’s not forget to celebrate
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With the festive season approaching, Scottish Craft Butchers executive manager Gordon King reflects on the true value of a meal that brings people together to eat good food.