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Volumes of beef burgers and grills up 13%, finds AHDB

2026-08-26T11:22:00+01:00

Data from the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board has found that in the 12 weeks to 9th August 2026, total volumes of red meat declined 1.5% year-on-year, while processed beef saw growth.

NFU Scotland urges Government to ensure bluetongue vaccination system is “robust”

2026-08-26T09:46:00+01:00

National Farmers’ Union Scotland has called on the Scottish Government to provide support to livestock farmers affected by the bluetongue Temporary Control Zone, which covers Dumfries, Galloway and parts of Ayrshire.

LMC ‘Make It Lamb’ campaign to celebrate Love Lamb Week

2026-08-25T11:56:00+01:00

The Livestock and Meat Commission, along with the Ulster Farmers’ Union, Young Farmers’ Clubs of Ulster and ABP, has encouraged industry to celebrate Love Lamb Week from 1st September.

Deadline is tomorrow for Women In Meat Industry Awards voting

2026-08-25T08:00:00+01:00

A substantial level of voting has already been reported by the organisers of this year’s Women In Meat Industry Awards, with the final deadline to vote being tomorrow evening 26th August.

Bernard Matthews to close Derby site

2026-08-24T12:25:00+01:00

Turkey processor Bernard Matthews has confirmed the closure of its Derby facility, which will cease operations by the end of 2026.

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Opinion

BMPA establishes new UK pre-stun halal export accreditation scheme
2026-08-26T15:21:00+01:00By John Powell
John Powell, BMPA CEO, introduces the new scheme, which aims to support greater export access for sheep meat processors.
It’s time for action not words
2026-07-22T08:00:00+01:00By JP Garnier
Short-term planning, a lack of continuity and an unwillingness to tackle the underlying issues are at the root of a lack of trust in Government, says JP Garnier.
Health drivers of demand
2026-07-17T13:10:00+01:00By Will Allen
There are mixed messages for the meat industry, says IMTA policy manager Will Allen, as various health trends are having an ever-greater impact on consumers’ food-buying decisions.