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NewsCovid disruption among factors driving drop in red meat exports
Strong domestic demand, the impact of Covid-19 and logistical issues following Brexit have impacted red meat exports during the first half of 2021, according to data analysed by Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC).Data from HMRC indicated that UK exports of beef were 31% lower in the first ...
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NewsDriver shortages "likely to worsen", warn lobby groups
Logistics UK and the British Retail Consortium (BRC) have called on the government to review and reform current policy on HGV drivers, to tackle the worsening impact of driver shortages across the food supply chain.With their letter to Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng, the lobby groups called for better training for ...
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NewsSelf-isolation exemption given to some food workers
When contacted by NHS Test and Trace, staff at hundreds of food production sites will be able to continue working if they test negative daily, whether or not they are vaccinated.Some staff in the food supply chain industry will be exempt from self-isolation rules as the government tries to prevent ...
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News2 Sisters founder warns of "worst food shortages in 75 years"
Ranjit Singh Boparan, founder and president at 2 Sisters Food Group, says the current challenges facing the food sector are the most difficult he has ever seen.Ranjit Singh Boparan, founder and president of 2 Sisters Food Group.Boparan claims that there will be empty shelves and panic buying among consumers unless ...
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NewsBMPA renews warning about meat supply labour shortage
Nick Allen, chief executive of the British Meat Processors Association (BMPA), has again called for Government action over the staff shortage that is threatening meat production.Nick Allen, chief executive of British Meat Processors Association (BMPA).Allen is concerned some companies could be forced to shut down production lines altogether, with some ...
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NewsHGV driver shortage 'could spell catastrophe'
Food industry bodies, including representatives of the meat business, have been calling on the UK Government to address the lack of available drivers.“Between Brexit crippling recruitment from the EU, IR35 tax changes leading many drivers to leave the industry, and a growing backlog of driving tests caused by the pandemic, ...
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NewsWhich cities spent the most in butcher shops in 2020?
A new study has revealed the city that has spent the most at butcher shops over the past year, based on their card transaction data across their customer base.With most hospitality sectors shut and the increase of people wanting to buy from small businesses, we wanted to find out who ...
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NewsHigh growth for poultry sector is forecast as Covid restrictions force market change
Poultry producers must choose between targeting premium products at cash-rich consumers stuck at home or prioritising their value offerings for those feeling the financial strain of Covid-19, according to new research from Rabobank.The report, Covid-19’s Impact on the Global Poultry Industry, suggests that European poultry producers face a dual market ...
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NewsExport push for Welsh lamb in Middle East market
PGI Welsh Lamb will feature in export marketing events in Dubai and Qatar over the coming months, despite coronavirus restrictions, with the industry aiming to continue a major growth in exports to the Middle East region.Minister for Environment, Energy and Rural Affairs Lesley Griffiths (left) attending a previous Gulfood event ...
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NewsControl of Covid-19 transmission test developed
Campden BRI has developed a new test procedure to determine whether air cleaning systems can effectively inactivate and remove the virus that causes Covid-19 from surfaces and the air.Research from Campden BRI found that some air cleaning devices state effectiveness against SARS-CoV-2.It comes as food businesses attempt to protect their ...
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NewsRed meat exports top £1.5bn in 2020
Despite the challenges of Covid-19 and an increase in domestic demand, the value of red meat exports in 2020 remained strong at over £1.5 billion.According to the latest data from HMRC, 660,000 tonnes of beef, pork and sheep meat was shipped around the world – down just 3,777 tonnes on ...
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NewsAHDB video seeks to reassure export markets over abattoir safety
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) has produced a video to highlight the safety measure being implemented in abattoirs across the country, in an effort to reassure consumers over the standards of UK meat.The video, which has also been produced in Chinese, will be used to show Chinese officials ...
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NewsFailure to prioritise meat workers for vaccine risks food shortages, warns BMPA
The British Meat Processors Association (BMPA) is again calling on Government to place frontline workers in meat factories on the list of early vaccine recipients to avoid potential food shortages.The risk of a more rapid spread of the virus amongst key workers, coupled with expected disruption of food supplies at ...
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NewsBumper Christmas period sees record demand for groceries
Despite tightening Covid-19 restrictions across the country, December proved to be the busiest month on record for supermarkets with shoppers spending £11.7 billion on take-home groceries according to the latest market commentary from Kantar.Changing tier restrictions, Brexit negotiations and reports of delays at Dover meant Brits shopped earlier than normal ...
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NewsMeat trade looks toward bumper Christmas
Around 42% of Britons have said that they are pushing to make this the best Christmas in memory as November became the biggest month ever for the grocery market, according to new research from Kantar.Fraser McKevitt, head of retail and consumer insight at Kantar, said: “Many people have begun the ...
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NewsBeef sales in Britain boost Welsh farmers
Retail sales of beef in Britain have grown by more than 12% to a total of £551million in the 12 weeks to November, according to the latest data from consumer research specialists Kantar Worldpanel.Overall, during the first ten months of 2020, British retailers have sold 14.6% more beef than last ...
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NewsUK vets face triple whammy as Brexit transition looms, says BVA
The UK veterinary profession is facing a triple whammy of Covid, Brexit and exotic disease, according to a new report from the British Veterinary Association (BVA).BVA president, James Russell. Image: BVA.The report assesses the readiness of the UK and raises serious questions around veterinary capacity and infrastructure just weeks from ...
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NewsCranswick records growth despite Covid-19 setbacks
One of the UK’s largest meat processors, Cranswick, has recorded a growth of sales of 21% to £931.6 million despite feeling the force of the Covid-19 pandemic throughout the year.Adam Couch, Cranswick CEO.A number of Cranswick sites were forced to close earlier this year as a result of the pandemic, ...
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NewsRecord earnings for Danish Crown during pandemic
Pork processor Danish Crown has reported earnings of more than DKK 60 billion (c.£7.2 billion) despite challenges caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, according to the company’s financial results for 2019/20.Jais Valeur, group CEO of Danish Crown.Revenue for the company increased by 8% to DKK 60.8 billion, with operating profits also ...
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NewsConsumers opt for meat during lockdown
Negative media surrounding the meat industry fell over the lockdown period, according to analysts from the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB). Research has revealed that fewer consumers reduced their average consumption of red meat.The research, which was discussed as part of AHDB’s consumer insight webinar series, also found that ...
