NFU Scotland welcomes mandatory legislation to tackle Avian Influenza
Mar26

NFU Scotland welcomes mandatory legislation to tackle Avian Influenza

National Farmers’ Union Scotland has welcomed the announcement of new legislation requiring all bird keepers to register their flocks.

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Manchester abattoir fined for food safety violations
Mar20

Manchester abattoir fined for food safety violations

An abattoir in Greater Manchester has been ordered to pay substantial fines after being convicted on 11 food safety charges.

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Vets require support from Government to ensure food security – FSA
Mar14

Vets require support from Government to ensure food security – FSA

In response to the shortage of vets in the UK, the FSA has given evidence to EFRA about the implications of such shortages.

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AIMS calls for “radical reformulation” of approach to food standards
Jan10

AIMS calls for “radical reformulation” of approach to food standards

AIMS has responded to the findings of the Food Standards Agency’s ‘Our Food’ report, calling for a “radical reformation” in the body’s approach to food safety.

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US producer recalls over 13,000kg of chicken nuggets
Nov07

US producer recalls over 13,000kg of chicken nuggets

US food producer Tyson Brand is voluntarily recalling approximately 30,000 pounds (13,607kg) of its frozen, fully cooked chicken “Fun Nuggets.”

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BPC “does not foresee” turkey shortage this Christmas
Oct23

BPC “does not foresee” turkey shortage this Christmas

British Poultry Council has stated that it does not predict a turkey shortage this year, as fewer wild birds are infected with avian influenza.

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