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NewsFSA director recognised in King’s Birthday Honours
Director of operations at the Food Standards Agency (FSA) Junior Johnson was made an Officer of the British Empire (OBE) as part of the 2024 King’s Honours celebrations.Junior Johnson, FSA head of operations, was made an OBE as part of the 2024 Honours List.Johnson, who was awarded his OBE for ...
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NewsUK pork producers gain access to Vietnamese market
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) has revealed that UK pork producers will now have access to the Vietnamese market for the first time.AHDB said pork was the most popular meat in Vietnam.AHDB said Vietnamese authorities had given the go-ahead for selected pork sites across the UK to start ...
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NewsGeneral Election 2024: engagement with meat industry will be "crucial"
Meat industry trade bodies have highlighted the importance of engagement from officials with the sector ahead of the general election in July.Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.On Wednesday 24th May Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced the anticipated general election, which will be held on Thursday 4th July. The meat industry welcomed the ...
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NewsBTOM has "hidden and underpublicised" costs for meat industry - BMPA
The British Meat Processors Association (BMPA) has revealed that the impact of the UK's Border Target Operating Model (BTOM) is "far from trivial", stating that the financial burden on importers is "significantly higher" than originally claimed.Peter Hardwick, trade policy advisor at BMPA: "These charges which, contrary to Defra's claims of ...
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NewsLive export ban "reiterates commitment to animal welfare," says NSA
The National Sheep Association (NSA) has welcomed the completion of the live exports ban, which it said will ensure domestic slaughter in "high welfare UK slaughterhouses".Phil Stocker, NSA chief executive.Following the royal assent of legislation ending the exports of live animals for slaughter, NSA has welcomed the announcement.NSA chief executive ...
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NewsGovernment to "improve fairness" in British food chain
The Prime Minister has announced the publication of the first Food Security Index as well as new measures in support of the British farming industry at the 2024 Farm to Fork Summit.Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.Announced at the Farm to Fork Summit was a range of new support measures, including £3 ...
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NewsSustainable Farming Scheme placed on hold until 2026
Rural Affairs Secretary Huw Irranca-Davies has confirmed a new timeframe for the introduction of the Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS).The Welsh Government said the delay would help Welsh producers while safeguarding the environment.Irranca-Davies confirmed that the Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) would continue to be available in 2025, with the proposed SFS ...
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NewsSAMW calls for transparency regarding increased industry charge rates
The Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers (SAMW) has requested transparency regarding meat industry charge rates and postponement of their implementation.SAMW said that the increased charge rates could be attributed to Government policies, of which the factors are beyond meat industry control.SAMW has expressed its concerns over the increased Food Standards ...
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NewsNSA calls for commitments to industry after First Minister's departure
The National Sheep Association (NSA) has highlighted the threat that a "current lack of confidence in the Scottish Government" poses to the nation's agricultural sector.Phil Stocker, NSA chief executive.Following the announcement of the resignation of Scotland's First Minister Humza Yousaf, NSA has called on Government to focus on the agricultural ...
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NewsScottish farming calls for domestic food production commitments
The National Farmers' Union (NFU) Scotland met with MPs and Lords in the House of Commons to outline the importance of domestic food production.L-R: Alasdair Macnab, NFU Scotland vice president; Martin Kennedy, NFU Scotland president; and Andrew Connon, NFU Scotland vice president.The event, held on Tuesday 16th April, was an ...
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NewsPlant-based labelling ban suspended after "serious doubt" about legality
A ban on "meaty" labels for plant-based products in France has been suspended just weeks before its implementation date.The suspension of the ban will mean plant-based companies are free to use "meaty" labels on their products.The ban, which was due to come into force on 1st May 2024, would have ...
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NewsSkills Minister urged not to overlook food apprenticeships - FTC
The Food and Drink Training & Education Council (FTC) has joined the Provision Trade Federation (PTF) in writing a letter to the Skills Minister, calling for food apprenticeships to be added to the next round of Standard reviews.Luke Hall MP, Minister for Skills, Apprenticeships and Higher Education. | Picture: UK ...
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NewsNFU Scotland unveils 2024 General Election Manifesto
National Farmers' Union (NFU) Scotland has launched its manifesto for the 2024 General Election, stating that it will prioritise better access to skilled workers and multi-annual funding.NFU Scotland politics team. L-R: Jonnie Hall, Beatrice Morrice and Al Walker.The manifesto was launched at West Craigie Farm, South Queensferry on the outskirts ...
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NewsMinisters appoint new AHDB board members
UK Ministers have appointed two new board members of the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB).Glen Nimmo and Graeme Jack, incoming AHDB board members.According to AHDB, Graeme Jack and Glen Nimmo have been appointed as board members, with their terms running from 1st April and 10th April respectively, each for ...
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NewsMark Spencer knighted for Parliamentary Service
Farming Minister Mark Spencer has been awarded a Knighthood in a 'surprise' honours list unveiled by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.Mark Spencer, Minister of State for Food, Farming and Fisheries.Minister of State for the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) Mark Spencer will receive a Knighthood for 'Public and ...
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NewsNSA urges new Welsh First Minister to rethink SFS
The National Sheep Association (NSA) has continued to urge Welsh Government to rethink Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS) as the new Welsh First Minister is appointed.Vaughan Gething, newly appointed Welsh First Minister.Vaughan Gething was appointed First Minister following a vote in Welsh Parliament, which NSA commented was a "vital opportunity" to ...
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NewsGovernment response to Australia meat export barrier is "disappointing"- BMPA
The British Meat Processors Association (BMPA) has expressed disappointment with Government response to its letter regarding Australian meat exports.The deal does not require an Export Health Certificate to send Australian sheep meat to Britain.The organisation said that it had recently written to Trade Minister Kemi Badenoch MP regarding meat export ...
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NewsFarmers protest Government's "lack of support" outside Westminster
Farmers took to the streets of London to protest a "lack of support" for British farmers and the role they play in UK food production.The demonstration ended up on the Government's doorstep.The 'go slow' protests, which were organised by Save British Farming and Fairness For Farmers, saw farmers drive their ...
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NewsFarmers urge MPs to support 'Buy British Bill'
The 'Buy British Bill' has reached its Second Reading in the House of Commons as the National Farmers' Union (NFU) urges Government to support it.David Exwood, NFU deputy president.MP for Rotherham Sarah Champion’s Private Member’s Bill - Public Procurement (British Goods and Services) - was developed in partnership with the ...
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NewsVets require support from Government to ensure food security - FSA
In response to the shortage of vets in the UK, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) has given evidence to the Environment Food and Rural Affairs Committee (EFRA) about the implications of such shortages.Emily Miles, FSA chief executive.Giving evidence to EFRA in a hearing, FSA CEO Emily Miles said: “Our Official ...
