Latest Industry News – Page 25
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NewsBurger King UK appoints new chair
Fast food chain Burger King UK (BKUK) has announced that Lance Batchelor has been appointed chair.Lance Batchelor, incoming chair of Burger King UK.Batchelor will join the board from Friday 1st December, and will replace Martin Robinson who is stepping down from the board and his role as chair following six ...
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NewsCOP28: NFU calls on Government to support agricultural sustainability
The UK Farming Unions (NFUS, NFU, UFU and NFU Cymru) have called upon the UK Government and the Devolved Administrations, together with world leaders, to support a "sustainable and productive" future for agriculture.NFU Scotland president Martin Kennedy.The Unions intend to help grow the UK's ability to produce climate-friendly food at ...
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News£60m Government funding put towards food system research centres
Funding of £60 million has been allocated by UK and Irish Governments to two new research facilities set to focus on food sustainability and climate change.Researchers from the UK and Ireland will work to secure the food system and combat climate change.As part of the Co-Centres Programme, in which researchers ...
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NewsHCC predicts results of project will enhance PGI Welsh lamb
Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) has released the results of a five-year industry-led research project, stating that it may "further enhance the envied reputation" of PGI Welsh lamb quality around the world.Taste panels formed a significant part of the research undertaken during the project.Four trials were conducted ...
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News"Amazing response to Women In Meat Industry Awards" as partners re-book for 2024
The organiser of the annual Women In Meat Industry Awards has described the response to this year’s Women In Meat Industry Awards event as “amazing.”The 2023 Women In Meat Industry Awards were hosted by broadcaster and royal correspondent Jennie Bond.Just days after the ceremony, Sharon Yandell confirmed that this year ...
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NewsCity Meat Lecture 2023: industry must “go green or go broke”
As part of his keynote speech at the 2023 City Meat Lecture, Professor David Hughes argued that the meat industry needs to reduce its environmental impact, and effectively communicate its progress in doing so with consumers.Professor David Hughes presented this year's City Meat Lecture to guests at Butchers' Hall, London.Professor ...
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NewsITN and AHDB partner to launch new farming programme
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) has partnered with ITN Business to launch a news-style programme called Farming a Greener Future.Tim Rycroft, CEO of AHDB.According to AHDB, agriculture is facing a huge challenge; to support feeding the world’s population that is predicted to reach over nine billion by 2050, ...
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NewsIndustry responds to Chancellor's 2023 Autumn Statement
The Chancellor presented his 2023 Autumn Statement on Wednesday 22nd November, reporting policies on tax relief, the living wage and a new Climate Change Agreement scheme.Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt. | Image: UK ParliamentIt was announced that:The full expensing capital allowance would be made permanent after being temporarily introduced in the 2023 ...
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NewsQuorn reports operating losses of £12.5m
Meat alternative company Quorn has reported operating losses, while its parent company Monde Nissin saw increased revenue.Quorn produces meat alternatives like its savoury eggs, mince and pieces.It reported a 9.5% revenue drop on a constant currency basis in Q3 of 2023, attributed to the "challenging retail market". The company saw ...
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NewsCity Food & Drink Lecture appoints new chair
Allan Wilkinson is set to chair the 2024 City Food & Drink Lecture, with the event approaching its 23rd year.Chair of City Food & Drink Lecture, Allan Wilkinson.Wilkinson takes over from John Giles, who previously served as the chair for six years. Wilkinson said that he aims to "build upon ...
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NewsPilgrim’s UK reduces GHG emissions as part of net zero project
Pilgrim’s UK, one of the UK’s largest food and farming businesses and higher welfare pork producer, has achieved a 62.5% reduction in its market-based scope one and two greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (compared to a 2019 baseline), and a 11% reduction across scope one, two and three.The business employs regenerative ...
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NewsGraham Wilkinson to join AHDB as new CEO
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) has announced the appointment of Graham Wilkinson as its new chief executive officer.Graham Wilkinson, incoming CEO of AHDB.AHDB said that Graham brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success from his time at Arla Foods as Global Vice President, ...
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NewsQMS launches its first Christmas advert promoting Scotch meat
Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) has predicted that its first Christmas TV campaign will reach almost 90% of Scotland's adult population as the organisation celebrates Scotch meat during the festive season.The QMS Christmas advert will focus on Scotch red meat, promoting it for "seasonal celebrations and get-togethers".Scottish viewers will see the ...
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NewsUK attachés visit farms and meat processors to boost exports
Attachés from around the world have returned to the UK to meet with ministers, farmers and producers to unlock trade barriers and boost UK exports.The UK agri-food attachés with Minister Mark Spencer.Agri-food and drink attachés were welcomed to 10 Downing Street, preparing for a week of touring the UK visiting ...
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News"Firm demand" for beef, lamb and pork in Scotland
According to Quality Meat Scotland (QMS), there is "firm demand" for the available supply levels of beef, lamb and pork products in Scotland.Ian MacDonald, market intelligence manager with QMS.Iain Macdonald, market intelligence manager at QMS, explained that, in early November, cattle, sheep, and pig prices were 8-9% higher than during ...
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NewsGovernment urged to provide support and increase stability in food sector
The National Farmers' Union (NFU) urged Government to remain focused on the food supply chain, stressing to the Chancellor the importance of confidence and stability in the sector.Minette Batters, president of the NFU.Six months after the Farm to Fork Summit hosted by Number 10 in May 2023, NFU has called ...
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NewsMeat industry exporters explore global trade opportunities in West Africa
Red meat exporters, supported by the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB), have developed further opportunities to "satisfy the appetite for red meat" in West Africa during a trade mission to Ghana and the Côte d’Ivoire.Dr Awal Fuseini, lead on exports to West Africa for AHDB.10 exporters from nine UK ...
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NewsLMC welcomes progression of PGI status for Irish Grass Fed Beef
The Livestock and Meat Commission (LMC) has said that it welcomes confirmation from the European Commission that the application to have Irish Grass Fed Beef registered as a Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) has progressed to the final stage.Colin Smith, LMC interim chief executive.LMC interim chief executive, Colin Smith said: "In ...
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NewsWomen In Meat Industry Awards return tonight in London
The UK meat industry will gather at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London tonight to celebrate the success of women within the sector.The 2023 Women In Meat Awards will be held at a new venue, the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London.Hosted by royal correspondent, broadcaster and journalist Jennie Bond, the ...
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NewsWomen In Meat Industry Awards winners revealed for 2023
The national awards programme celebrating the work of women within the UK meat industry, held its annual awards ceremony on Friday 17th November. Twelve winners were revealed at a sparkling celebration at the 5-star Royal Lancaster Hotel in London.The winners of the Women In Meat Industry Awards 2023 with host ...
