ITC examines impact of UK/Australia FTA with concerns raised over cheaply produced meat
Apr28

ITC examines impact of UK/Australia FTA with concerns raised over cheaply produced meat

The ITC heard from the Trade and Agriculture Commission (TAC) and a range of representatives from the UK agriculture, food and drink sectors on how a UK/Australia FTA will impact these industries.

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NPA calls for more commitment from retailers in securing future of British pork industry
Apr28

NPA calls for more commitment from retailers in securing future of British pork industry

The latest AHDB Porkwatch survey confirmed that five out of the 11 of the UK’s big retailers – Aldi, Co-op, M&S, Morrisons and Sainsbury’s – supported UK pig farmers by stocking 100% British fresh pork in March.

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6% rise in UK food prices because of trade barriers with EU, new research finds
Apr27

6% rise in UK food prices because of trade barriers with EU, new research finds

A new study by the LSE Centre for Economic Performance has found that the increase in UK-EU trade barriers has led to a 6% increase in food prices in the UK over the period between the end of 2019 and September 2021 compared with December 2019.

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Sainsbury’s announces £2.8m to support its pork farmers through difficult times
Apr26

Sainsbury’s announces £2.8m to support its pork farmers through difficult times

The supermarket giant Sainsbury’s has committed a further £2.8 million support payment to its pork development group.

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Deadweight cow prices up again, but growth slows
Apr21

Deadweight cow prices up again, but growth slows

In the week ending 16th April, the average all-prime deadweight cattle price rose by another 4p to average 436.3p/kg. This meant the measure stood 33p above the price recorded in the same week a year ago.

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