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Lamb prices up nearly 10% on the year
Quality Meat Scotland has observed that lamb prices have remained above a seasonal low observed in August, despite auction throughput reaching a seasonal high in October.
UK Sausage Week winner is a hit at WCB Court Lunch
The 2026 UK Sausage Week Supreme Sausage Champion returned to Butchers’ Hall to share its winning Tennessee BBQ Pork Sausages with guests at the November Court Lunch.
“Get a life” – Minister responds to claims SPS deal could see a ban on smoky bacon crisps
In an interview for Times Radio, Dame Angela Eagle dismissed claims that aligning with EU regulations that have outlawed the use of ‘meaty’ terms to describe plant-based foods will mean a ban on smoky bacon crisps and other snacks.
Carla Ashcroft appointed WCB Clerk
The Worshipful Company of Butchers has appointed Carla Ashcroft as its Clerk; she becomes the first female Clerk in the Livery’s history.
ABP to acquire Pilgrim’s Europe Llanidloes Lamb facility
Meat processor ABP has announced the proposed acquisition of Pilgrim’s Europe’s lamb business, following a review by Pilgrim’s Europe of its lamb operations.
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Bernard Matthews reverses closure of Derby site
Game producer increases processing capacity with facility investment
Cyber-attack on fridges affects UK meat industry businesses
UK-EU deal “should reduce friction and costs”, says industry
Reiser UK appoints Ryan Jones as managing director
Final countdown begins for Women In Meat Industry Awards ceremony on 20th November
Beef the only category to not see price rises
Kepak CEO Tom Finn appointed BMPA president
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A balancing act
For butchers trying to manage rising costs while retaining good staff, offering a package of workplace benefits can be a sensible investment, says NCB managing director Eleanor O’Brien.
Beyond university: opening up careers in the meat industry
T Levels offer the chance to address some of the industry’s recruitment challenges if the sector, along with Government, can capitalise on the opportunity, says BMPA’s Nan Jones.
Wasted opportunity?
While there is widespread industry approval for waste regulations, business needs to be given far better guidance if the schemes are to be successful, says IMTA’s Matthew Bishop.
Spotlight
UK Sausage Week 2026 competition winners announced
Winners of the UK Sausage Week competition have been exclusively revealed at Butchers’ Hall in London on 26th October as part of a sell-out luncheon and awards ceremony marking the start of UK Sausage Week.
WCB City Meat Lecture delegates urged to spread the message of sustainable livestock
After a screening of the Alltech documentary World Without Cows, looking at the role of livestock in sustainable food systems, guests at the 2026 City Meat Lecture were called on to host their own screenings for the wider public.
Promar Ingredients sets sights on developing UK market
Meat Management took a trip to Poland to visit the manufacturing facilities at Promar Ingredients, now represented in the UK by the Rolinson Group. Philip Graham reports…
Yandell Publishing: 40 years in the meat trade
Yandell Publishing, owner of Meat Management magazine and other titles in the meat and travel sectors, celebrates its 40th anniversary this year.
UK Sausage Week 2026 competition winners announced
WCB City Meat Lecture delegates urged to spread the message of sustainable livestock
Promar Ingredients sets sights on developing UK market
Yandell Publishing: 40 years in the meat trade
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Get to know Women In Meat Industry Awards host Sally Gunnell
Meat Management talked to gold medal-winning athlete Sally Gunnell OBE to find out more about her life as an international athlete and beyond, and to discover what guests can look forward to when she hosts the WIMIA ceremony in London on 20th November.
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