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PTF announces new chairman and vice-chairman
Rob Nugent and Liz Sutton have been elected as the Provision Trade Federation’s (PTF) new chairman and vice-chairman respectively.[gallery type="slideshow" ids="https://d34wkqkcvmkqx1.cloudfront.net/CMS/s3/ymg-library/web/images/2015/07/Rob-Nugent.jpg|New PTF chairman, Rob Nugent.,https://d34wkqkcvmkqx1.cloudfront.net/CMS/s3/ymg-library/web/images/2015/07/Liz-Sutton-pic.jpg|Liz Sutton, new vice-chairman of the PTF."]The announcement was made at the PTF’s annual general meeting, held at Ironmonger’s Hall in London. Rob Nugent, operations director ...
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MM Awards dinner guests give generously
The 2015 Meat Management Industry Awards dinner, attended by almost 500 guests, saw leading industry players dig deep and generously raise a significant sum for The Urology Foundation.[gallery type="slideshow" ids="https://d34wkqkcvmkqx1.cloudfront.net/CMS/s3/ymg-library/web/images/2015/07/FM8R9013.jpg|Guest entertainer Paul Zerdin (left) with Steve Sefton of WR Wright & Son.,https://d34wkqkcvmkqx1.cloudfront.net/CMS/s3/ymg-library/web/images/2015/07/FM8R9015.jpg|Paul Zerdin (left), guest entertainer at the Meat Management ...
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News2 Sisters Food Group looks to up its game
2 Sisters Food Group, one of the UK’s largest food manufacturing companies, has appointed Newgate Communications for a combined corporate and financial communications and public affairs programme to support the growth of its business.Ranjit Singh Boparan.The Birmingham-based group, headed by Ranjit Singh Boparan (pictured), produces around a third of all ...
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AIMS expresses disappointment as FSA wins judicial review
The Association of Independent Meat Suppliers (AIMS) has expressed its disappointment at the decision of the judge in the Judicial Review brought against the FSA by AIMS and Cleveland Meat Company Limited, a slaughterhouse operator based in Stockton on Tees.The two organisations had gone to court in attempt to overturn ...
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NewsNew brand identity for Birtwistles catering butchers
Birtwistles Catering Butchers, part of MJ Birtwistle & Co Food Group, has recently updated its brand identity to convey the extent of the company’s development in recent years.Birtwistles has grown from a small, regional butcher into one of the UK’s largest catering butchers, handling in excess of 1300 orders a ...
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NewsHybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales and NFU Scotland react to declining lamb prices
Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales and NFU Scotland are trying to stimulate demand for Welsh and Scotch lamb after farmers in Wales and Scotland voiced their concerns over the fall in lamb prices.A strong pound and increased red meat imports – particularly lamb from New Zealand - coupled ...
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NewsAHDB Beef and Lamb identifies opportunities for UK sheep meat exports
According to AHDB Beef and Lamb non-traditional EU markets will be key to developing UK sheep meat exports.Jean-Pierre Garnier, AHDB Beef and Lamb.Volume shipments to Poland, Norway, Austria, Denmark and Sweden have more than doubled since 2010 and, while these markets still only represent 3% of UK exports to member ...
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Dawn Meats acquires 49% stake in French beef and veal processor
Dawn Meats has received approval from the EU Competition Commission for its acquisition of a 49% stake in beef and veal processor, Elivia.Elivia is a leading player in agrifood in France employing 2,600 staff and with annual revenues of over €1bn.The agreement also includes an option for Dawn Meats to ...
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NewsBritish poultry industry continues strong growth
The British poultry meat industry’s contribution to UK GDP has increased by 9% over the last year, up from £3.3bn to £3.6bn, according to a new analysis by Oxford Economics.BPC chief executive, Andrew Large.‘Economic Impact of the British Poultry Meat Industry 2015’, commissioned by the British Poultry Council (BPC), tracks ...
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43% of consumers doubt meat authenticity according to recent study
A recent study by Leatherhead Food Research has revealed that up to 43% of consumers are not confident that processed meat products contain the labelled species.In a survey in which respondents were asked to rank their confidence that the food they buy actually contains the species indicated on a scale ...
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Meat industry show sizzles in hottest summer period on record
During one of the hottest UK summer periods ever recorded the two-day Meatup event at Stoneleigh Park showcased some of the best equipment and services on offer to the UK meat industry.[gallery type="slideshow" ids="https://d34wkqkcvmkqx1.cloudfront.net/CMS/s3/ymg-library/web/images/2015/07/General-1.jpg|,https://d34wkqkcvmkqx1.cloudfront.net/CMS/s3/ymg-library/web/images/2015/07/General-2.jpg|,https://d34wkqkcvmkqx1.cloudfront.net/CMS/s3/ymg-library/web/images/2015/07/Lucy.jpg|Winner of the Premier Young Butcher Competition, Lucy Crawshaw with NFMFT president Jim Sperring (left) and chief ...
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NewsBritain's Best Young Butcher is.....
Lucy Crawshaw of Taylor’s Farm Shop in Lathom Lancashire is Britain’s Best Young Butcher, winning the title of Premier Young Butcher 2015.Lucy Crawshaw pictured with Jim Sperring, president of the NFMFT and Patricia Dart of The Worshipful Company of Butchers.Lucy beat six other butcher apprentices at the finals of the ...
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NewsMaloney's Country Butchers & Bakers top National Meat Products Competition
Mike Maloney of Maloney’s Country Butchers & Bakers was crowned National Meat Products Champion 2015 for his outstanding pork pie at the National Meat Products Competition. He also took home a total of two category awards, seven gold and three silver awards for a variety of pies and bacon products.Mike ...
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News2015 Meat Management Industry Award winners revealed
The 2015 Meat Management Industry Awards ceremony brought together the top names in the UK meat industry to reward the best, products, people, services and suppliers in the business, as voted for by readers of Meat Management magazine and judged by industry experts.The 2015 Meat Management Awards winners with guest ...
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Two new butchers join Q Guild
Joseph Morris Butchers in Rugby and Archer’s Butchers, from Norwich have been awarded membership of the Butchers Q Guild.[gallery type="slideshow" ids="https://d34wkqkcvmkqx1.cloudfront.net/CMS/s3/ymg-library/web/images/2015/06/Q-Guild-Archers-Butchers-pic.jpg|Pictured at Archer’s Butchers are: Back row (L-R) Marc Holland, Ian Plunkett and Scott Bunn. Middle: Mike Batch, Robin Humphries and Ollie Baxter. Front: Bradley Bowyer, Jamie Archer and Tom ...
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NewsJames Chapman Butchers expands sustainability programme
James Chapman Butchers, in Wishaw has adopted four beehives from Plan Bee Ltd as part of its continued traceability and sustainability programme.Jamie Chapman, director at James Chapman Butchers.“Being able to trace our products from farm to table has always been our fundamental philosophy.” Jamie Chapman, director at James Chapman Butchers, ...
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NewsNFU urges Tesco to make commitment to industry
The NFU has urged Tesco to demonstrate exactly how it is delivering on its promises made in 2013 to improve relationships with suppliers, shorten supply chains and improve trust throughout.NFU president, Meurig Raymond.NFU president Meurig Raymond, who tabled a question on behalf of the NFU’s members at last week’s shareholder ...
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NewsCountdown to Meatup in full swing
The 2015 Meatup show which includes the Food Science & Technology show this year will open its doors on 30th June.The two day event will take place at the National Agricultural Exhibition Centre located at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire and will host nearly 100 exhibitors, 16 seminars in two theatres and ...
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NewsQMS reveals significant rise in lamb numbers sold in Scotland and GB
A significant lift in the number of lambs being sold in Scotland and the UK took place during Royal Highland Show week, according to the latest market analysis by Quality Meat Scotland (QMS).“This year during the week beginning 15th June, Scottish auctions sold 60% more new season lambs than the ...
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NewsInvestment in quality standards pays off for East Yorkshire poultry business
Management and staff at an East Yorkshire poultry company are celebrating after recording a 20% increase in sales year on year.T Soanes and Son general manager, Nigel Upson, live programme manager, Mel Jackson and technical manager, Andy Dolman.Family owned T. Soanes and Son has secured £2.5m of new and additional ...
