Latest Industry News – Page 24
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Let's Eat Balanced campaign unveiled
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) has announced the launch of its new Let's Eat Balanced campaign, with three TV adverts showcasing British beef, lamb and dairy on 1st January 2024.Reflecting upon its previous 'We Eat Balanced' campaign, AHDB chose to call the campaign 'Let's Eat Balanced' as a ...
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Phil Hadley to leave AHDB for the IMS
International trade development director, Dr Phil Hadley is to leave the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) to take up the role of secretary general at the International Meat Secretariat (IMS).Dr Phil Hadley.Dr Hadley, who originally joined AHDB in 2004, will continue his work leading AHDB’s exports activity, which delivers ...
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Waitrose reports increased sausage sales in new report
UK retailer Waitrose has published its 2023/24 Food and Drink Report, observing a 34% increase in its own-label sausage sales.Sales of the Waitrose Essential Pork Sausages were up by 34% compared to the previous year.Waitrose surveyed 2000 UK adults, finding that 32% of shoppers were turning to more classic dishes ...
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More consumers to pick alternative roasts this Christmas
According to the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB), shoppers may be more likely to purchase "cheaper meats" like gammon and chicken over the traditional turkey this Christmas.AHDB predicts a rise in consumers opting for gammon and chicken instead of turkey this year.The AHDB has predicted that due to cost-of-living ...
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Cultivated meat research to receive over £2bn Government funding
The Government has unveiled its £2 billion engineering biology plan, which will see more funding put towards cultivated meat research in the UK.The Government has said it will put over £2 billion of funding towards researching cultivated meat, among other things.The Government's £2 billion plan will "harness the power of ...
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Back to Work Plan: Government "in danger of imposing blanket rules" on immigration
Responding to the Government's 'Back to Work Plan', Nick Allen, CEO of the British Meat Processors Association (BMPA), said that the UK Government is "in danger of imposing blanket rules to achieve arbitrary migration targets, without considering the very different labour requirements and challenges of different industries."Home Secretary James Cleverly. ...
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JBS joins global coalition for low-carbon livestock production
Global meat producer JBS Global has become a signatory of the First Movers Coalition for Food. JBS has joined the First Movers Coalition for Food, as it said it is strengthening its commitment to drive global development in low-carbon livestock.The initiative, led by the World Economic Forum with support from ...
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BPC report outlines 'vision for poultry industry'
The British Poultry Council (BPC) has released its latest report, 2024 and Beyond, outlining its course towards developing a "new and healthy context for British food production".Richard Griffiths, chief executive of the British Poultry Council.'2024 and Beyond' proposes action towards solutions to the business critical issues that have "shaped this ...
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Eville & Jones acquired by Phenna Group
Veterinary service provider Eville & Jones has announced that it has been acquired by testing and compliance company Phenna Group.Eville & Jones is the UK’s largest provider of public health veterinary services.Headquartered in Nottingham, UK, Phenna Group is a global provider of testing, inspection, certification, and compliance services. According to ...
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Retailers putting emphasis on own-label lines this Christmas, says Kantar
Retailers are putting the emphasis on own-label lines and promotions to attract people through their doors this Christmas, according to the latest report from grocery research firm Kantar.Take-home grocery sales are expected to surpass £13 billion for the first time ever this December.Friday 22nd December is predicted to be the ...
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Students gain first-hand agriculture experience as part of AHDB event
As part of a new conference aimed at educating schoolchildren about food provenance and healthy eating, AHDB helped over 150 GCSE students gain first-hand experience of the agricultural industry.Students gained first-hand experience on the farm, as part of AHDB's the 'Secondary School Series – Farming Food for You' event.The 'Secondary ...
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PigPro scheme moves from AHDB to charity BASIS
Management of training scheme PigPro has moved from the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) to BASIS, a registered charity, as of Monday 4th December.PigPro, an online system, allows users to record details of staff training and development within the pig industry.Membership of the online training records for the dairy ...
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Major General Jeff Mason MBE retires as WCB Clerk
Major General Jeff Mason MBE has decided to retire from The Clerk's position at The Worshipful Company of Butchers.Major General Jeff Mason MBE, former Clerk of The Worshipful Company of Butchers.By mutual agreement with the WCB, he left his post on 30th November and now plans to concentrate on his ...
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"Protein production to slow in 2024", says Rabobank
Food and agribusiness bank Rabobank has predicted that animal protein production growth will slow as margins remain tight in 2024, stating that producers and processors will need to "adapt to sustain success".Rabobank predicts protein production will slow in 2024, with beef production continuing the decline seen in 2023.According to Rabobank's ...
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Scotch lamb celebrated globally on St Andrew's Day
Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) supported a COP28 Scotch lamb dinner as the National Sheep Association (NSA) celebrated the lamb product for a St Andrew's Day campaign back in Scotland.Over 70 sheep farmers attended the meal in Carfraemill, Lauder, celebrating Scotch lamb on St Andrew's Day.In a COP28 dinner organised by ...
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World leaders sign Declaration on Sustainable Agriculture at COP28
Over 130 world leaders at COP28 have signed the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Declaration on Sustainable Agriculture, Resilient Food Systems and Climate Action.The declaration aims to highlight how crucial agriculture is in the fight against climate change.The declaration calls for countries to "adapt and transform" agriculture and food systems in ...
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Welsh lamb on its way to Japan, says HCC
At the trade body's industry breakfast, Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) has announced a new export deal to send Welsh lamb to Japan.HCC chair Catherine Smith.“I can tell you today that Welsh lamb is on its way to Japan,” said HCC chair Catherine Smith. “It will be ...
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Sustainability update shows Dawn Meats saved 885 tonnes of plastic
Dawn Meats has announced that it has saved 885 tonnes of plastic in the last two years as part of a 15% reduction in plastic use across its rigid trays, films and flexibles used for retail packaging.Niall Browne, CEO of Dawn Meats with Gill Higgins, sustainability director at Dawn Meats.A ...
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NFU appoints Campbell Tickell to complete Red Tractor review
Management consultancy Campbell Tickell has been appointed by the National Farmers' Union (NFU) to complete its independent review of assurance body Red Tractor.The review follows the halting of Red Tractor's Greener Farms Commitment.This comes as Red Tractor previously responded to industry feedback about the implementation of its Greener Farms Commitment ...
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UK Sausage Week will return in 2024
The popular UK Sausage Week (UKSW) returns next year taking place over the 28th October - 3rd November period, following the suspension of the annual promotion during the Covid pandemic. As usual butchers, supermarkets, foodservice and manufacturers across the UK are expected to be involved.The week commences with a celebration ...