Latest Industry News – Page 236
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NewsIndustry raises the bar at MM Awards judging
The product judging for the Meat Management Industry Awards was completed at Harper Adams University this week with close to 900 products cooked, tried and tested by the expert judging panel.All judges were once again extremely impressed by the high standard of the entries and selecting the winners and finalists ...
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NewsRed meat volume sales have dropped, says Kantar figures
Volume of sales in beef, lamb and pork have all seen a decline in the last 12 weeks (ending 28th February), according to the latest Meat, Fish and Poultry (MFP) figures from Kantar Worldpanel.The figures show that the key proteins in red meat are all seeing depressed volumes, with poultry ...
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NewsQMS launches Scotch Beef radio ads
A new radio campaign by Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) has been launched this month to promote Scotch Beef PGI.The new QMS campaign aims to promote Scotch Beef as suitable for both mid-week meals and special occasions.According to QMS it is expected that over 2.2 million Scottish consumers will hear the ...
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NewsBetter before Bigger strategy pays off for 2 Sisters Food Group
Boparan Holdings Limited, the parent company for 2 Sisters Food Group, has announced an increase in sales for the 13 weeks ending 30th January 2016.2 Sisters Food Group CEO, Ranjit Singh.2 Sisters Food Group CEOThe company has reported a 0.4% growth in like-for-like (LFL) sales from £797 million to £800.1m. ...
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NewsGeorge Lyon announced as chair of MLCSL
George Lyon has been appointed Chair of Meat & Livestock Commercial Services Limited (MLCSL) with effect from 1st March.The business is known for the independent carcase classification and dressing inspection service it provides to red meat abattoirs around the UK, against which sheep, beef and pig producers are paid deadweight ...
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NewsCargill to stop producing Asda poultry
Global agri-food business, Cargill, will cease its production of Bread and Battered (B&B) products for Asda at its poultry processing plant in Yazor Road, Hereford, effective 1st June 2016.In a statement issued from the company it said: “This extremely difficult situation follows the disappointing loss of the Asda B&B business ...
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NewsRecord number of entries at MM Awards judging
The judging process for the 900 products entered into the Meat Management Industry Awards 2016 has begun at Harper Adams University.The judging panel, made up of meat industry experts, will spend three days working their way through the products to choose which will be crowned the winners at this year’s ...
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NewsNPA praises Aldi for boosting pork sales
The National Pig Association (NPA) has praised Aldi for boosting sales of pork at a time when British pig farmers are suffering their second year of poor returns.The discounter, which sells 100% British fresh pork, reported a volumes sales increase of over 10% last month.Leg and shoulder joints sold particularly ...
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NewsObama to celebrate St. Patrick's Day with Bord Bia beef
Bord Bia is planning a worldwide promotion of Irish food for St Patrick’s Day, which includes sending Irish beef to Barack Obama.The U.S president will be presented with a hamper of Irish food and drink to celebrate the occasion.Through its network of international offices, Bord Bia has coordinated over 100 ...
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NewsStrong interest in native-sired cattle continues
According to AHDB analysis of the latest British Cattle Movement Service (BCMS) data, a predicted increase in cattle production levels this year and next could mean a gradually segmented market in terms of price due to high demand for native-sired cattle.BCMS figures indicate that registered calf births in 2015 were ...
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NewsEntry open for butchery WorldSkills UK competition
Butchers from across the country can now enter into the Butchery WorldSkills UK competition.Now in its second year, the Butchery WorldSkills UK competition hopes to find the best of British butchers in the industry.The competition focuses on all the essential skills required for a successful career as a multi-skilled butcher ...
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NewsAHDB Beef and Lamb masterclass a success
Meat industry professionals have been helping to improve their technical knowledge through an education programme delivered by AHDB Beef and Lamb.18 delegates attended the Meat Quality Masterclass in Warwickshire to gain a greater understanding of meat quality, from farm to fork.It was the third time AHDB Beef and Lamb had ...
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NewsMoy Park launches graduate programme
Northern Ireland-based poultry producer, Moy Park, is currently seeking graduates to apply for its 2016 graduate management development programme, Sprint.The Sprint programme is available for those interested in roles across supply chain, production, commercial, marketing, finance, technical, HR and quality.Launching the programme, Moy Park’s head of talent and organisational development, ...
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NewsSARIA Group consolidates British operation
Germany’s SARIA Group has finalised the acquisition of the UK animal by-products processing and collection specialist, SARIA Ltd. Already the majority shareholder, this move means that the British firm is now wholly owned by the SARIA Group.The announcement confirms SARIA Group as the sole owner of SARIA Ltd.Commenting on the ...
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NewsMorrisons reports profit
Morrisons has reported a £217 million pre-tax profit for the year ending 31st January 2016.The figures released by the supermarket today show the company returning to annual profit following a loss of £792 million in the previous year.David Potts, who joined as chief executive of Morrisons last March, said: “By ...
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Spar (UK) recalls Tikka Chicken Chunks
Spar (UK) Ltd has recalled its Tikka Chicken Chunks due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes, which can cause foodborne illness.The recall specifically refers to Spar (UK)’s 140g pack of Tikka Chicken Chunks with a use by date of 24th February 2016.Although the product has expired, the product is suitable ...
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NewsExport success for beef cuts and offal
Exports of beef cuts and offal were the stand out successes of last year, according to AHDB Beef and Lamb.Jean-Pierre Garnier, AHDB Beef and Lamb: “It’s encouraging to see the strong performance of cuts and offal in what was undoubtedly a challenging year for exports of beef and lamb."Beef cuts ...
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NewsTulip searching for new apprentices
Tulip Ltd, one of the UK’s leading food companies, has launched a nationwide search for the next generation of butchers, engineers and technical specialists to join its apprenticeship programme.The business is seeking 30 butchery, nine engineering and nine technical apprentices to join the company at various locations across its UK ...
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NewsSheep and beef production predicted to rise in 2016
Both sheepmeat and beef production are anticipated to rise year-on-year during 2016, according to the latest edition of Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales’ (HCC) Market Bulletin.Sheep meat production in 2016 is forecast to rise by 4%, with the sharpest increase expected to happen towards the end of the ...
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NewsFSA appoints new chair
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has appointed Heather Hancock as its new chair, with effect from 1st April.Heather Hancock.Set up in 2000, the FSA is a non-ministerial department and independent food safety watchdog.Heather Hancock said of her appointment: “I am delighted to be appointed to chair the Food Standards Agency. ...
