Latest Industry News – Page 12
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NewsMorrisons pauses commitment to British lamb
UK supermarket Morrisons will begin trialling the sale of New Zealand lamb in some of its stores, after committing to only sourcing British lamb in 2017.Morrisons said New Zealand lamb would be sold in 39 stores as part of a trial.The New Zealand lamb will be sold in 39 Morrisons ...
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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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NewsHilton achieves emissions reduction in new sustainability report
UK-based proteins supplier, manufacturer and food packing company Hilton Foods has published its first sustainability report, which it said demonstrates "significant progress" for its commitment to sustainable business practices.Steve Murrells, chief executive of Hilton Foods Group Plc.The report looks at the company's progress in its Sustainable Protein Plan against its ...
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NewsMeat alternative manufacturer Quorn reports revenue decline in Q1
Meat alternative company Quorn, which is owned by global food company Monde Nissin, has experienced a 4% decline in revenue during Q1 2024.Quorn produces meat alternatives like its savoury eggs, Quorn mince and Quorn pieces.The company attributed its revenue decline to "continued category softness", and said that on a reported ...
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News"Minimal risk" associated with isolated BSE case on Scottish farm
A farm in Ayrshire has confirmed a case of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE), with the Scottish Government confirming that the animal did not enter the human food chain.The Scottish Government confirmed that the infected animal had not entered the food chain.The case was identified as a result of routine surveillance ...
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News"Minimal risk" associated with isolated BSE case on Scottish farm
A farm in Ayrshire has confirmed a case of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE), with the Scottish Government confirming that the animal did not enter the human food chain.The Scottish Government confirmed that the infected animal had not entered the food chain.The case was identified as a result of routine surveillance ...
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NewsQMS campaign encourages non-traditional mealtimes
Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) has launched its 'Meat & 2.0' campaign, highlighting the health credentials of red meat.The campaign will highlight some less common Scotch red meat recipes.Research by QMS revealed that the traditional "meat and two veg" meal is associated with bad memories for 30% of people in Scotland, ...
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NewsBeyond Meat reports $54.4m loss
Meat alternative brand Beyond Meat has reported a loss of $54.4 million for Q1 2024, which it attributed to a decline in product sales.Beyond Meat reported a decline in its gross profit.The brand's net revenue decreased by 18% on the year to hit $75.6 million, driven by a 16.1% decrease ...
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NewsQMS campaign encourages non-traditional mealtimes
Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) has launched its 'Meat & 2.0' campaign, highlighting the health credentials of red meat.The campaign will highlight some less common Scotch red meat recipes.Research by QMS revealed that the traditional "meat and two veg" meal is associated with bad memories for 30% of people in Scotland, ...
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NewsWaitrose commits to regeneratively farmed meat by 2035
UK retailer Waitrose has said it is committing to supporting its farmers to move to regenerative farming practices to help "boost financial resilience" and combat the effects of climate change.L-R: James Bailey, Waitrose; Professor Carol Wagstaffe, University of Reading; Charlotte Di Cello, Waitrose; and David Webster, LEAF.The move comes in ...
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NewsPilgrim's Europe director appointed NIFDA chair
Professor Ursula Lavery, technical and R&D director at pork processor Pilgrim's Europe (including Moy Park), has been appointed chair of the Northern Ireland Food and Drink Association (NIFDA).L-R: George Mullan, vice chair; Professor Ursula Lavery, chair; and Simon Fitzpatrick, vice chair.Lavery will hold the position for two years, and takes ...
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NewsWarrendale Wagyu receives King's Award for innovation
UK Wagyu beef manufacturer Warrendale Wagyu has received the King's Award for Enterprise in the innovation category for 2024.Warrendale Wagyu works with over 600 farmers across the country.Warrendale Wagyu has been acknowledged for working with a "quality breed of cattle and group of UK farmers to drive a customer-led approach", ...
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NewsWelsh Government forms Roundtable to work on SFS
The Welsh Rural Affairs Secretary has formed a Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS) Ministerial Roundtable to review the Scheme and "find a way forward" that works for everyone. Huw Irranca-Davies, Cabinet Secretary for Climate Change and Rural Affairs.Cabinet Secretary for Climate Change and Rural Affairs, Huw Irranca-Davies, said: "We have had ...
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NewsDeadline approaching: get involved in the 2024 Meat Industry Awards
Organisers of the Meat Management Meat Industry Awards are finalising preparations for this year’s product judging process, as the nominations deadline of Friday 24th May is fast approaching.
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NewsNZ/EU trade agreement "unlikely to threaten UK exports", says AHDB
Improved access for New Zealand sheep meat, beef and dairy to the EU as part of the new NZ/EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is unlikely to pose a threat to UK exports, according to the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB).The Free Trade Agreement will allow more New Zealand sheep ...
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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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NewsSurrey Council to consider 'Meat-Free Mondays' at local schools
A resolution has been put forward at Surrey County Council to propose Surrey schools introduce 'Meat-Free Mondays'.The Council highlighted that the eating environment should be an "inclusive and social one".At a Surrey County Council (SCC) meeting on Monday 29th April, councillors suggested a potential rule that would see a fully ...
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NewsHCC showcases sustainable Welsh meat to Italian trade delegates
Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) has welcomed a trade delegation from Italy to help strengthen export relationships.Italian delegates visited the Roderick family farm in the Usk Valley.During a tour of the processing facilities at Kepak's Merthyr Tydfil site and a tour at Newton farm, a beef and ...
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NewsLMC red meat workshops for teachers boost cookery skills
The Livestock and Meat Commission (LMC) has organised interactive red meat workshops for teachers in Northern Ireland, helping them to develop their cooking skills.LMC education and consumer promotions manager Sarah Toland and LMC marketing placement student Jo-Anne McCay (second and third from left) pictured with teachers attending the workshop at ...
