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NewsIndustry reacts to new agriculture roadmap
Trade organisations within the UK meat industry have said more detail is needed following the unveiling of a new set of agricultural policies rolled out this week by Defra environment secretary, George Eustice.Nick Allen, CEO of the British Meat Processors Association.The new policies aim to drive farming towards a more ...
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NewsDanish Crown plans record-breaking investment
Meat processing firm, Danish Crown, is set to increase its investment budget by 25% and will invest around 2 billion kroner (c.£240 million) in order to improve working conditions across its sites.Danish Crown's total investment budget will increase from DKK 1.6 billion last year to around DKK 2 billion in ...
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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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NewsGovernment announces agriculture roadmap for farming sustainability
Environment secretary, George Eustice, has unveiled a series of agricultural policies aimed to help tackle climate change and to drive farming towards a more sustainable future.The plans consist of changes that will come into force over a period of seven years to help farmers adapt and plan for the future.The ...
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NewsBVA hails animal welfare mandate for Scottish abattoirs
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed legislation that will make CCTV compulsory in abattoirs in Scotland, following a sustained campaign by the organisation.The ‘Mandatory Use of Closed Circuit Television in Slaughterhouses (Scotland) Regulations 2020’ will require all abattoirs in Scotland to install and operate CCTVs and to retain footage ...
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NewsButchers and apprentices crowned at annual Scottish Training Awards
A Coatbridge trainee butcher who helped ensure housebound customers were properly fed throughout the coronavirus pandemic has been recognised with a special honour in the recent Scottish Craft Butchers Training Awards.Extra Mile Award winner Nicky Presland from Hugh Black & Son in Coatbridge.Customers of Hugh Black & Son Butchers in ...
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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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NewsMeat businesses urged to prepare for new recruitment regulations now
Butchers and meat businesses across the UK could be faced with additional labour shortages if they do not prepare their businesses for new immigration rules which are set to come into place following the Brexit transition period, according to an immigration law expert.The Migration Advisory Committee – which advises the ...
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NewsPre-register now for the Women in Meat Industry Awards 2020
This year’s Women in Meat Industry Awards ceremony is just one week away, with the online results set to be announced live on Wednesday 2nd December at 4:30pm.[vimeo 480225620 w=640 h=360]The annual initiative recognises the immense contribution from women across the British meat industry by crowing ten winners out of ...
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News3,000 food brands hit out at Government advertising ban
With the support of some of the UK’s biggest food brands, the Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has written to the Prime Minister to highlight concerns regarding the proposed advertising ban consultation for so called junk food.FDF chief executive, Ian Wright CBE.The new plans aim to promote healthier food choices ...
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NewsMeat industry calls on Government for early vaccine access
News of a new covid-19 vaccine immediately raises the question of how best to allocate the first batches of doses when they become available.Nick Allen, CEO of the British Meat Processors Association.In a letter to the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation, the British Meat Processors Association, along with the ...
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NewsFood expert maps out Wales’ path to leading global red meat industry
International food expert, Chris Elliott OBE, offered seven principles that would help the Welsh red meat industry lead the world with “a sustainable food supply system based on integrity” in his address to Hybu Cig Cymru-Meat Promotion Wales (HCC)’s virtual conference last week.Professor Chris Elliott OBE outlines seven steps for ...
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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 ...
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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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NewsTrade bodies say PGI for Irish grass-fed beef should include Northern Ireland
The Livestock and Meat Commission for Northern Ireland (LMC), the Northern Ireland Meat Exporters Association (NIMEA) and the Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) are calling for applications to register Irish grass-fed beef as a Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) to include Northern Ireland.LMC chief executive, Ian Stevenson.The application has been prepared by ...
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NewsQMS launches virtual farming tool
Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) has unveiled a free online tool for livestock farmers which will help them to boost their bottom line by improving livestock selection and management for slaughter.Developed by QMS and launched at this year’s online AgriScot event, the practical ‘Meat the Grade’ virtual tool will highlight key ...
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NewsWomen in Meat Industry Awards 2020: two weeks until ceremony
Organisers behind the Women in Meat Industry Awards 2020 have confirmed the running order for the forthcoming online ceremony and revealed a list of other important details ahead of the event, which takes place in two weeks time on 2nd December at 4:30pm.[vimeo 480225620 w=640 h=360]The ceremony, which is the ...
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NewsGovernment reveals new rules for seasonal workers
Seasonal workers arriving in England to carry out vital work on farms ahead of Christmas will now be able to work as soon as they arrive in the country.The Association of Independent Meat Suppliers (AIMS) had previously called on the Government to extend the rules for seasonal agricultural workers coming ...
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NewsNSA and NFU hit out at Eustice over sheep farming comments
Both the National Sheep Association (NSA) and the National Farmers Union Scotland (NFUS) have criticised Environment Secretary George Eustice over a “lack of understanding” on the subject of sheep farming in the UK and how it might be impacted by a no-deal Brexit.Phil Stocker, chief executive, NSA.Eustice appeared on the ...
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NewsBristol meat plant fined £60,000 for hygiene breaches
Bristol-based meat cutting plant, Elite Poultry Ltd, has been fined more than £60,000 for six breaches of hygiene regulations which took place in 2019, according to the Food Standards Agency (FSA).At a hearing on the 2nd November 2020, Bristol Magistrates’ Court ordered the company to pay a £53,000 fine, plus ...
