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NewsWHO calls for lift of all EU beef bans after China relaxes French embargo
The World Health Organization (WHO) has demanded that “all bans and restrictions in place for EU beef products worldwide be lifted as soon as possible”, following China’s decision to partially lift an embargo on imports of French de-boned beef.China has decided to partially lift a ban on French de-boned beef.The ...
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NewsBig Four could regain market share from discounters
Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Morrisons could regain market share back from discounter supermarkets, by making improvements in products range and customer service, argues a report by retail consultancy Newton.Newton has reportedly documented a “huge gap between shoppers’ perception of the discounters and reality”.The study called ‘Beating the Discounters’ argues that ...
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NewsScottish Association of Meat Wholesalers appoints new president
Frank Clark, sales director at 2 Sisters Food Group red meat Scottish division, McIntosh Donald, has been named president of the Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers (SAMW). Frank Clark.Clark took over from Allan Jess, who retired as the association’s president at its annual meeting in Glasgow on 22nd April.In addition, ...
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Meat Technology Ireland initiative launched
The Irish Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Marcy Mitchell O’ Connor TD, and Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed TD have launched a strategic research and innovation base in beef and sheep meat processing in the country, called Meat Technology Ireland (MTI).The initiative is an €8.1 ...
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NewsMini-roast takes centre stage during Great British Beef Week
The focus at this year’s Great British Beef Week (taking place this week) is the mini-roast, and Ladies in Beef (LIB) and the Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution (R.A.B.I) are working hard to champion Red Tractor Assured British beef.Ladies in Beef (LIB) is teaming up with R.A.B.I to stage a host ...
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NewsLDC completes Addo Food Group buyout
Private equity firm LDC has agreed on the secondary acquisition of UK-based chilled savoury pastry producer Addo Food Group for an undisclosed amount, in what has been described as “one of the most high-profile deals in the East Midlands this year”. Addo produces a variety of ranges, including sausage rolls, ...
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NewsIan Mackway leaves Raps
After 28 years’ service, Ian Mackway of Raps UK has confirmed that he has left the business.Ian Mackway has stepped down from his role with Raps.Ian’s story with Raps began in 1988 when he responded to an advertisement for a new business opportunity.RAPS Gmbh & Co. KG, a successful European ...
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NewsRed meat production triumphs in Wales
A bulletin produced by the Welsh Government has revealed that the Welsh sheep and cattle sector enjoyed a buoyant year in 2016, with the combined value of their output having represented the highest share of Welsh agricultural output, at 44%.According to the statistical report, the sector saw improved prices during ...
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NewsRutland Partners denies claims it failed to protect Bernard Matthews pensions
Rutland Partners, former owner of poultry producer Bernard Matthews, has dismissed claims it “deliberately chose not to accept a ‘buyout’ offer” from Boparan last summer, while opting for a pre-pack administration sale.Turkey producer Bernard Matthews was sold in a pre-pack deal.The group hit back against media claims that it chose ...
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NewsNFU Scotland welcomes M&S’ Scottish lamb pledge
Scottish farmers and crofters have welcomed news that Marks and Spencer has pledged to source and stock 100% Scottish lamb in all its Scottish stores, following an NFU Scotland shelf watch campaign that found a significant amount of imported lamb on some of the retailer’s shelves over Easter week. NFUS ...
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Halal chicken factory in court for bakery equipment misuse
Manchester County Court has ordered Bolton Halal Chicken factory to stop using bread baskets and other equipment belonging to Bakers Basco and its membership, in addition to paying £3,000 in costs. According to the court order, Bolton Halal Chicken and its directors, Sajid Ebrahim Dalal and Yusuf Mohamed, could face ...
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NewsGear up for Meatup
Organisers of the UK meat industry’s only dedicated exhibition, Meatup, are currently adding the finishing touches to the event – which opens its doors in just over one month’s time. Meatup will take place at ArenaMK on 24th and 25th May.The show, taking place at ArenaMK, Milton Keynes, from 24th ...
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NewsConsumers confused by animal welfare chicken prices and labelling
A survey published by RSPCA Assured has reportedly found that 28% of consumers wishing to buy ethical animal welfare chicken are discouraged by its price and confusion over labelling.The RSPCA Assured scheme covers about 42 million terrestrial farm animals.The research, carried out by Real time Surveys and powered by Gorkana ...
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NewsFood and farming industry reacts to General Election announcement
Prime Minister Theresa May has announced that there will be a snap general election on Thursday 8th June.Following the news, Meat Management spoke to a selection of meat and agri-food industry experts to hear their views on what the election could mean for the industry.Nick Allen, chief executive of BMPA.Nick ...
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NewsJason Feeney appointed chief executive of Food Standards Agency
Jason Feeney has been appointed chief executive of the Food Standards Agency (FSA). He has been part of the FSA since joining as chief operating officer in January 2015.FSA chief executive Jason Feeney.Feeney joined the then DHSS as an admin officer in 1981. He spent his early years working in ...
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NewsHaigs Food Hall named best independent business
Q Guild Aberdeen-based butcher Haigs Food Hall has been voted Best Independent Retailer at the Scottish Business Awards Aberdeenshire finals, following a public vote and a series of mystery shop visits.Haigs Food Hall.The win marks the second consecutive year that Haigs has carried off the award, having won the Best ...
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NewsMoy Park fined after worker crushes hand in machinery
Moy Park Ltd has been fined after a worker was injured at the company’s site in Anwick near Sleaford, Lincolnshire.Lincoln Crown Court heard that an engineer was checking the blades on the cutting line when the machine restarted and he was not able to move his hand away from the ...
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NewsGovernment appoints AHDB Pork chair
The Government has appointed two new members to AHDB’s board to oversee the organisation’s strategic direction, as well as chair the pork and potato sector board, respectively. Mike Sheldon.Sophie Churchill OBE and Mike Sheldon were chosen jointly by ministers in the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, the Scottish ...
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NewsTesco reveals strong food performance in 2016/17 preliminary results
Tesco has reported strong preliminary results for this year, with group sales marking a 4.3% increase to £49.9 billion, compared to the year before. Tesco has reported strong food performance in its 2016/17 preliminary results.The group’s like-for-like sales in the UK were up by 0.9% in 2016/17, allowing it to ...
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NewsPrimary meat and poultry sees volume growth
Kantar Worldpanel’s latest figures on the Meat, Poultry and Fish market have revealed that beef and poultry have seen a prolonged volume growth, with chicken reaching double digits.1.1 million more shoppers bought steak during the period of 12 weeks ending on 26th March 2017.According to Kantar, Easter is a major ...
