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Chris Dodds awarded Royal Smithfield Club Bicentenary Trophy
LAA executive secretary Chris Dodds has been presented with the prestigious Royal Smithfield Club Bicentary Trophy in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the meat and livestock industry.
Chicken welfare now 20% above industry standard, says Tesco
UK retailer Tesco will provide an additional £50 million a year to its suppliers and farmers as it boosts its fresh chicken welfare standards.
AHDB responds to Defra Land Use Framework consultation
In its response to Defra’s Land Use Framework consultation, AHDB has raised five key points for consideration.
HCC observes beef prices breaking records as supply tightens
Restricted international and domestic beef supply has fuelled a near 40% increase in cattle deadweight prices over nine months.
Study alleges ultra-processed foods link to risk of premature death
The American Journal of Preventive Medicine has released a report claiming a link between ultra-processed food consumption and premature death rates in eight countries.
National Food Crime Unit granted new powers
FSA’s National Food Crime Unit has been equipped with specific investigatory powers under The Police and Criminal Evidence Act.
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Red meat spotlighted in Canada
The AHDB international trade development team showcased British beef, lamb and pork at SIAL Canada in Toronto.
Heck reveals £24.6m turnover in end of year results
Sausage brand Heck has published its financial results for the year ended 31st July 2024.
Red Tractor seeks industry views on pig welfare consultation
The Red Tractor Pigs Sector Board is seeking views on proposals to introduce tiered welfare standards and labelling for UK pigmeat.
Red meat spotlighted in Canada
Heck reveals £24.6m turnover in end of year results
Red Tractor seeks industry views on pig welfare consultation
AIMS finds meat price inflation continues “unabated”
The AIMS Meat Inflation Tracker Report for April 2025 has shown that fresh meat inflation increased 11.53% year on year, and 3.48% for the month.
Burger and lamb joint sales up over Easter
According to the latest data from market research firm Kantar, lamb was the most popular fresh meat joint over the Easter period.
HCC faces criticism over alleged climate change “misinformation” claim
According to a BBC report, HCC has come under fire from Rory Francis, the director of the Cymdeithas Eryri/Snowdonia Society, for “peddling climate change misinformation”.
AIMS calls for regulatory reform
In his keynote address to the AIMS 25th anniversary conference, executive director Jason Aldiss appealed for changes to the meat inspection regulatory regime.
Teachers benefit from red meat workshops in Northern Ireland
LMC has completed a series of red meat skills workshops for teachers from across Northern Ireland this term.
British businesses to be defended against unfair trade practices
Government will review the customs treatment of Low Value Imports and defend the UK against certain unfair international trade practices.
NFU Scotland ShelfWatch initiative sees “stark variations” in Scottish sourcing
NFU Scotland shared the latest ShelfWatch update, finding that less than 20% of food on sale in supermarkets was labelled as Scottish.
Scottish beef industry in “serious decline”, finds SAMW
SAMW has stated that the decline of Scotland’s beef industry has been “exacerbated by Government policy inaction”.
Hilton Foods releases new sustainability report
Multi-protein producer Hilton Foods has published a report setting out progress in the final year of its 2025 Sustainable Protein Plan.
NFU calls on the Chancellor to invest in food security in upcoming Spending Review
With the UK’s food security in a “precarious state”, the Government’s Spending Review must enable investment, says the NFU.
Sir Lewis Hamilton’s Neat vegan burger chain to close restaurants
After six years in business, Neat has announced that it is closing its two remaining London restaurants.
LMC highlights growth opportunities at Spring Conference
BPC urges Government to “stand firm” in US trade talks
HCC ‘Naturally Local’ Welsh Beef advertising hits home with consumers
NFU outlines plans to deliver farm assurance recommendations
NSA says upland destocking should feature in wildfire discussions
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