All Exhibitions & Conferences articles – Page 3
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NewsFirst Minister Humza Yousaf announces Scottish agriculture funding commitments
First Minister of Scotland Humza Yousaf spoke at the National Farmers' Union (NFU) Scotland conference, unveiling the Government's funding commitment to Scottish agriculture.First Minister Humza Yousaf addressed delegates before joining NFU President Martin Kennedy and Scottish Rural Affairs Minister Mairi Gougeon on the discussion panel.First Minister Yousaf responded to NFU ...
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NewsLiveScot event celebrates beef and lamb livestock excellence
LiveScot, the annual livestock event held by the Scottish National Fatstock Club, took place in Lanark and was supported by Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) and John Scott Meats.Jason Ward, general manager at John Scott Meat.It showcased the Royal Smithfield Club Beef Ribs and Saddle of Lamb competitions, with entries judged ...
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NewsStudents gain first-hand agriculture experience as part of AHDB event
As part of a new conference aimed at educating schoolchildren about food provenance and healthy eating, AHDB helped over 150 GCSE students gain first-hand experience of the agricultural industry.Students gained first-hand experience on the farm, as part of AHDB's the 'Secondary School Series – Farming Food for You' event.The 'Secondary ...
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NewsCity Food & Drink Lecture appoints new chair
Allan Wilkinson is set to chair the 2024 City Food & Drink Lecture, with the event approaching its 23rd year.Chair of City Food & Drink Lecture, Allan Wilkinson.Wilkinson takes over from John Giles, who previously served as the chair for six years. Wilkinson said that he aims to "build upon ...
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NewsHCC reports “more demand” from consumers at annual conference
Chair of Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales (HCC), Catherine Smith told industry delegates at its annual conference that the trade body has seen “more demand from UK consumers for high-quality and home produced beef.”HCC chair Catherine Smith.The conference was held in Builth Wells on 9th November, and featured ...
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NewsAHDB promotes red meat at MICA Conference
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) visited the United States (US) to drive UK red meat exports at a "major industry gathering".AHDB expects a rise in US pork imports, providing opportunity for UK premium pork exports.Dr Phil Hadley, AHDB international trade development director, headed to the US to speak ...
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NewsRed meat to be championed at TasteWales event
BlasCymru/TasteWales is set to return between 25th-26th October, with Welsh organisations highlighting the importance of red meat at the food and drink trade fair.Minister for Rural Affairs Lesley Griffiths.The fair will be held at the International Convention Centre (ICC) Wales, Newport, and is to be sponsored by a range of ...
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NewsUK Governments support trade bodies at Anuga 2023
Meat industry trade bodies attended Anuga 2023 with support from the UK's central and devolved Governments, showcasing red meat to audiences from around the globe.Minister Kevin Hollinrake speaking to AHDB pork exporters at Anuga 2023.Kevin Hollinrake MP, Minister for Enterprise, Markets and Small Business at the Department for Business and ...
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NewsWelsh meat showcased by HCC at Anuga 2023
Welsh food producers are showcasing their products at the global trade food and drink fair Anuga 2023, with the aim of securing new buyers and export deals.HCC will join Welsh food producers at Anuga 2023, showcasing Welsh meat to a global audience.Anuga 2023 takes place in Cologne, Germany from 7th-11th ...
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NewsRural Affairs Minister to join QMS at Anuga 2023 as part of Scotch meat campaign
Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) is aiming to expand global trade opportunities for Scotch beef, Scotch lamb and specially selected pork at the one of the world’s biggest food and drink trade fairs, Anuga 2023.Mairi Gougeon, Scottish Rural Affairs Minister. | Photo: Scottish GovernmentA team is heading to Anuga 2023 in ...
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News2024 Oxford Farming Conference headline speakers revealed
The 2024 Oxford Farming Conference's headline speakers have been revealed, joining more than 30 speakers attending the event in January next year.Will Evans, chair of the 2024 Oxford Farming Conference.Tickets have gone on sale for the Oxford Farming Conference (OFC) and a list of headline speakers has been released, including ...
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NewsProfessor David Hughes to deliver the 2023 City Meat Lecture in November
This year's City Meat Lecture, organised by The Worshipful Company of Butchers will be presented by Professor David Hughes, on Thursday 23rd November at Butchers' Hall.Professor David Hughes will give this year's City Meat Lecture.Sponsored by Pilgrim's UK the substance of the lecture is Postive Directions for the British Meat ...
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NewsNFST announces AHDB as main sponsor of Annual Conference
The Nuffield Farming Scholarships Trust has announced the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) as the main sponsor of this year’s Nuffield Farming ‘Super’ Conference.Nuffield Farming Scholars will host presentations on a range of topics, from alternative proteins to cattle selection.The conference will be held at Sandy Park in Exeter ...
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NewsUK pork and beef showcased at World Food Expo in the Philippines
Exporters and the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) have showcased pork and beef from the UK at the biggest trade show in the Philippines.The AHDB team at WOFEX.Five export companies from the UK joined AHDB in the British Meat Pavilion at the World Food Expo (WOFEX) in Manila to ...
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NewsNCB reveals national survey results at its annual Members Day event
Those attending the National Craft Butchers (NCB) annual Members Day at Ironmongers' Hall in London were given a sneak preview into the results of its national survey of independent retailers.Delegates at NCB's 2023 Members Day at Ironmongers' Hall, London.While reporting generally steady trading conditions across the country, with 56% indicating ...
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NewsMinister tells BMPA conference he is listening to the sector's challenges
Speaking at the annual BMPA (British Meat Processor Association) conference Minister of State at Defra, Mark Spencer MP told delegates: “My door remains firmly open to the meat industry.”Minister Mark Spencer addresses BMPA annual conference at Butchers' Hall.Association president and board member of the ABP Food Group, Tom Kirwan, opened ...
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NewsGlobal meat consumption to grow by 1.8%
Global meat consumption is expected to grow by 1.8% from 2023 to 2024, while UK red meat exports hit record levels in 2022 with a value of £1.7 billion.Nicholas Safir, chair of AHDB, addresses delegates at the levy board's recent Export Conference.This was part of the message from Agriculture and ...
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NewsGovernment conference to address food data transparency
The Westminster Food and Nutrition Forum is holding a conference on Tuesday 5th September addressing its next steps for data and transparency in the food system. This conference will examine strategies for implementing a more transparent food system following the Government food strategy published last year, which announced the launch ...
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NewsMeat Pro Asia makes its debut
A new meat processing and packaging industry show, Meat Pro Asia, sister fair to IFFA, has opened its doors in Bangkok for the first time this week.Messrs Frankfurt and VNU group launch the new show for the Asian market.“We’re delighted to bring the curtains up, and above all to welcome ...
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NewsMHP Food UK Ltd signs two-year deal as official show sponsor for IFE
MHP Food UK Ltd, the UK division of the Ukranian global poultry giant MHP, has joined IFE, International Food & Drink Event as official show sponsor for its 2023 and 2024 events.MHP's Ukranian headquarters.The deal marks a continuation of the MHP Food UK’s introduction to the UK retail and foodservice ...
