Latest Industry News – Page 168
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NewsConcerns over lack of figures on exports of non-stunned meat
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has raised concerns over the apparent lack of information on UK exports of meat from animals that have not been stunned before slaughter.Latest figures from the Food Standards Agency (FSA) indicate that 22% of sheep and goats (three million) are not stunned before slaughter.This is ...
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NewsMeat traces allegedly found in supermarket vegetarian meals
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has begun an investigation following claims that traces of meat were found in food classified as vegan or vegetarian at two major supermarkets.The investigation comes after The Daily Telegraph claimed to have tested ten vegan and vegetarian products at Tesco and Sainsbury's and found meat ...
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News2 Sisters unveils 300 new job opportunities
2 Sisters Food Group has announced 300 new permanent roles, and 20 new apprentices taken on for its site in Willand, Devon.The food group is investing at its Willand factory and expanding operations in order to give it a ‘greater ability to process, cut and pack products for its retail ...
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NewsGinsters rebrands its packaging and promotion
Savoury pastry brand, Ginsters of Cornwall, has revealed its new livery and future product development plans.The new livery is rolling out across its range including pasties, slices, sausage rolls and savoury snacks.It includes a refreshed logo and a new design, created using a traditional wood carving technique. Each design tells ...
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NewsPig producers benefit from seasonal price increases
Scottish pig producers are benefitting from the usual seasonal increase in prime pig prices.Despite rising 2.5% over the past month, the current price is still 11 p/kg deadweight tonnage (dwt) lower than last year.This follows pig prices returning to what was described as a more “normal” seasonal pattern in 2017.European ...
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NewsAHDB sees increase in pork sales following campaign
Almost half a million more shoppers bought fresh pork during the two phases of AHDB Pork’s £3 million midweek meals campaign.The campaign included prime time TV adverts, shown during autumn 2017 and in January 2018 and featured AHDB Pork products such as pork medallions.Prime time TV adverts showed featured AHDB ...
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NewsBMPA Conference reviews Brexit position and industry outlook
Stationers’ Hall in London was the setting for this year’s annual British Meat Processors Association AGM and conference (BMPA). The AGM which was attended by members only, made way for conference and lunch, with special guests at the conference George Eustice MP, Minister of State for Agriculture, and from the ...
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NewsFSA highlights progress for 2 Sisters Food Group
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has published its six month review for 2 Sisters, which is also opening its doors to the public to promote the poultry industry.This comes following the news in September 2017, where workers at 2 Sisters had allegedly tampered with slaughter dates to extend its meat’s ...
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NewsPositive response from NFU to EFRA food and farming report
National Farmers' Union (NFU) president Minette Batters has responded to the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee (EFRA) Report which has just been released.The EFRA report was released regarding ‘the future of food, farming and the environment.’The report states that once the UK leaves the EU, the Government plans to ...
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NewsCEO of Tulip Ltd steps down
It has been announced that Steve Francis is stepping down from his position as the CEO of Tulip Ltd.Steve Francis was appointed in September 2016, and since then has led the company in the successful implementation of phase one of a long-term business transformation.It has been announced that Steve Francis ...
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NewsSheep carcase classification changes revealed
New measures to improve fairness and transparency for livestock producers have been proposed by Defra, with a consultation process launched on mandating sheep carcase classification to ensure consistency across all abattoirs in England.Under the proposals, qualified assessors will use a standard grid to classify carcasses and determine how much a ...
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NewsBritish Poultry Council praises sector for a reduction in the use of antibiotics
The British Poultry Council (BPC) has highlighted the achievements made by the poultry meat sector in a new report.British Poultry Council has highlighted the achievements made by the poultry meat sector in a new report.According to the 2018 Antibiotic Stewardship Report, the sector’s focus on excellence in bird health and ...
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NewsABP to invest £17 million in Scottish site
ABP Food Group has announced an investment of £17m for the planned redevelopment of its Perth processing plant in Scotland.The news follows an additional £3m spent on cold storage and refrigeration facilities on the site over the past year.The redevelopment was announced by Fergus Ewing, cabinet secretary for the Rural ...
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NewsMoy Park reports highest poultry production in 75 years
Moy Park has announced a major production milestone, with the company producing six million birds per week for the first time in its 75-year history.Moy Park grower Mark Singleton (left) and Shane McDonald, Free Range Farm Compliance Manager, Moy Park.The company has reportedly increased production by 20% since 2015 and ...
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NewsPastry products recalled by Addo Food Group
Addo Food Group recalls pastry products sold in Tesco, Aldi and Nisa over fears they may contain small pieces of metal wire.The Food Standards Agency has announced that both Addo and the supermarket retailers it supplies, Tesco, Aldi and Nisa, are recalling a number of pastry products including sausage rolls, ...
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NewsFood and farming sectors unite on Brexit objectives
Organisations from across the UK’s food supply chain have put their names to a new manifesto setting out the key principles designed to help ensure that Brexit is a success for the supply of food in the UK.The new UK Food Supply Chain Manifesto has been drawn up by organisations ...
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NewsWomen In Meat Industry Awards – open for nominations!
The Women in Meat Industry Awards 2018 campaign has launched, and nominations are now open. The awards will be presented at a black tie dinner, held on Friday 16th November 2018 at the Royal Garden Hotel in Kensington, London.The Women in Meat Industry Awards 2018 campaign has launched!If you know ...
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NewsTulip Ltd appoints Mike Wijnberg as MD of Fresh Division
Tulip Ltd has appointed Mike Wijnberg as managing director of its Tulip Fresh Division.Wijnberg will take on responsibility for the division’s abattoirs and fresh butchery operations across the UK from 1st June 2018.He re-joins Tulip having previously worked for the organisation from 1995 to 2005, initially as a veterinary manager ...
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NewsThe Beyond Burger launches in UK
Beyond Meat has launched its plant-protein burger to the UK market and claims it tastes and has the same texture as ground beef.'The Beyond Burger'- Photo: Authentic Food Co.Authentic Food Co. has announced a partnership with Beyond Meat, securing a distribution deal to bring the 'Beyond Burger' to the UK ...
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NewsFirst code of practice for charcuterie producers published
The Guild of Fine Food has published what it states is the UK’s first technical code of practice for artisan charcuterie makers.The Assured Code of Practice for Artisan Charcuterie Production contains detailed advice on developing a HACCP plan and a comprehensive guide.This decision reflects a need for clear regulatory guidelines ...
