Latest Industry News – Page 222
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NewsMeatup 2017 draws to a close after an eventful two days
Meatup 2017, the UK’s dedicated meat industry exhibition, has drawn to a close, and the event’s organisers have reported an enjoyable and eventful two days at ArenaMK, Milton Keynes.The World Butchers' Challenge at Meatup.The Competition Arena in the centre of the hall created a buzz throughout the event and, with ...
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NewsPremier Young Butcher 2017 crowned at Meatup
The knives were out and the chopping blocks were in prime condition on Thursday 25th May as young butchers battled against each other for a coveted national award.Premier Young Butcher 2017, James Gracey of Quails of Dromore.The Premier Young Butcher 2017 competition was held at meat industry exhibition Meatup. The ...
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Greencore announces substantial growth in revenue
In a new report, Greencore Group plc, a manufacturer of convenience food in the UK and US, has issued its interim results for the 26 weeks ending 31st March 2017.The results indicate a 46% increase in group revenue of £1,010.3 million. The increase comes despite some major changes to Greencore’s ...
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NewsCo-op commits to providing 100% British lamb
Convenience retailer, the Co-op, has widened its Lamb Farming Group as part of its commitment to providing 100% fresh British lamb all year round. The extended offering, which encompasses its Cambrian Lamb Group, now includes a total of 32 farms from Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, the Midlands and the South ...
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NewsDawn Meats and Dunbia agree strategic partnership
Dawn Meats has agreed a strategic partnership with Dunbia to establish a majority owned joint venture (JV) in the United Kingdom, comprising the UK operations of both organisations.Dawn will separately acquire Dunbia’s operations in the Republic of Ireland. The deal is subject to approval by the relevant competition authorities.In Ireland, ...
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NewsMeatup 2017: new venue a big hit
A steady flow of visitors, an engaging programme by industry experts in the Seminar Theatre, and a flurry of business across the board of exhibitors meant the first day of Meatup has proven to be a great success.Nathan Ward, in the Seminar Theatre at Meatup 2017.The Meatup trade exhibition once ...
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NewsNational Meat Products Competition winners revealed
Flavours were flying on Wednesday 24th May as a panel of expert judges worked their way through a myriad of products entered into the annual National Meat Products Competition.David Purser, from the Master Butcher scooped the Supreme Sausage Champion award, for Traditional Pork Sausage. He received it from Judith Johnston ...
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NewsWorshipful Company of Butchers raise more than £92,000 at Master’s Charity Ball
The magnificent surroundings of London’s Guildhall provided the setting for the Worshipful Company of Butchers (WCB) Master’s Charity Ball on Friday 19th May.The Beating Retreat by the Pipes and Drums of The London Scottish Regiment at the Worshipful Company of Butchers Master's Charity Ball. Photo: Phil McCarthy.Liverymen of the WCB ...
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NewsCranswick preliminary results buoyed by strong revenues
Premium and fresh food supplier Cranswick has reported positive preliminary results for the year ending 31st March, with revenues lifted by 22.5% on the year before, to £1,345.1 million.Cranswick's CEO, Adam CouchLike-for-like revenues were up 12.7%, along with adjusted profit before tax, which also increased 17.2% to £75.5 million, compared ...
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NewsQ Guild annual BBQ competition winners revealed
The Q Guild of Butchers has announced the winners of its annual BBQ competition, in a ceremony that was held at Eastwood Hall, Nottinghamshire.Best Speciality BBQ Product winner, H. Clewlow, pictured in the centre.With the BBQ season about to launch, the contest aims to find the UK’s best butcher products ...
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NewsFree trade must be maintained in Brexit, say unions
Livestock representatives from the UK Farming Unions and the Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) have met in Belfast to discuss Brexit and the trade implications for the livestock sector. The organisations agreed it is essential that free trade is maintained between the United Kingdom and the European Union post-Brexit, and must ...
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NewsNew whitepaper challenges sustainability in the agri-food sector
Agri-food consultancy Promar International has launched a whitepaper calling for “radical change” for industry to achieve sustainability, warning that 80% of the food and drink supply chains are yet to commit to sustainable production.McDonald's UK has reduced on-farm emissions by 23%.According to the whitepaper, which was contributed to by the ...
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NewsGlobal demand strengthens European pig prices
The latest Quality Meat Scotland analysis has revealed that farmgate prices for Scottish pigs are the strongest they have been since mid-2014 and 38% higher than the same period last year.QMS head of Economic Services, Stuart Ashworth.The rise in pig price for Scottish producers did, however, fall to 21%, when ...
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NewsIncreased figures of Hepatitis E in pork products
Public Health England and the Food Standards Agency have warned of increased figures of potentially lethal virus Hepatitis E, which can be spread from animals to humans through the consumption of undercooked or raw pig and game meat, processed pork and shellfish. Hepatitis E can be spread from animals to ...
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NewsRUMA adopts European Medicines Agency’s highest priority antibiotics list
Agricultural and food industry alliance RUMA has officially adopted the European Medicines Agency’s (EMA’s) list of highest priority ‘critically important antibiotics’ (CIAs), following discussions with its members and the Veterinary Medicines Directorate.RUMA promotes responsible use of medicines in farm animals.RUMA, which promotes responsible use of medicines in farm animals, has ...
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NewsRichmond sausages unveils biggest relaunch campaign in years
Kerry Foods’ sausage brand, Richmond, has announced the ‘biggest ever’ relaunch campaign of its range that forms part of a £5 million investment, aiming to modernise the brand and showcase its quality credentials to consumers.Richmond's new Oven Ready range.The relaunch will roll out across the entire fresh range, following a ...
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NewsFourth meat show presentation opens on Wednesday
The fourth presentation of the biennial Meatup exhibition opens its doors at a new location in Milton Keynes this Wednesday 24th May.Meatup, the UK's only meat industry exhibition, will take place on 24th and 25th May.The two-day event will feature a diverse range of exhibitors and is being supported by ...
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NewsFigures reveal large increase in surplus meat redistribution to charities
Figures released by UK food redistribution charity FareShare have revealed that suppliers are now redistributing almost 30% more surplus in-date meat to charities than in 2015/16.FareShare delivery at Emmaus Sheffield, 2014 (Pictured: Gemma Thorpe).The rise comes as in the last year manufacturers including 2 Sisters Food Group, Pork Farms, Moy ...
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NewsDumfries butcher crowned Scottish Haggis Champion
Dumfries butcher Stuart Houston recently scooped the Scottish Haggis Champion title at the biennial Scottish Haggis Championship 2017.Scottish Haggis Champion, Stuart Houston.The competition was held at the Scottish Meat Trade Fair in Perth and saw the likes of around 80 butchers from all across Scotland compete for the coveted award.Houston’s ...
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NewsPersonal bests for UK at International Young Butcher Competition
Northern Irish butcher Dylan Gillespie and Lincolnshire-based butcher James Taylor recently represented the UK at the International Young Butcher Competition, at Imst, Austria, and delivered personal best performances.Pictured: James Taylor (L) and Dylan Gillepsie (R)The competition is organised by the National Federation of Meat and Food Traders (NFMFT).The two young ...
