Latest Industry News – Page 27
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NewsUK pork imports increase, finds AHDB
According to the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB), UK pork imports have increased month-on-month and year-on-year (YoY).AHDB said that the total pig meat exports to the UK in August sat at 65,600 tonnes, an increase of 230 tonnes compared to the previous month. Following a decline for the first ...
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NewsUSA "paving the way" in cell-based meat industry, report claims
Corporate finance advisor Oghma Partners has published its Autumn 2023 report on cell-based meats, reviewing the handful of companies have scooped up the "lions-share" of funding in this area.Cell-based meats are only approved for sale in the USA and Singapore.The top five cell-based meat manufacturers (UPSIDE Foods, Believer Meats, Wildtype, ...
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NewsDefra supports use of methane-suppressing feed to cut livestock emissions
Defra has committed to working with the farming and food industries to deliver further action to reduce methane emissions in livestock through the use of methane-suppressing feed products in England.Mark Spencer, Minister of State for Food, Farming and Fisheries. | Picture Source: UK ParliamentFollowing a call for evidence run jointly ...
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NewsRed Tractor puts new standards on hold until NFU completes its review
UK farm assurance programme Red Tractor's main board has confirmed its complete support for both reviews announced by the NFU on 23rd October 2023. The organisation has said it will cooperate fully to ensure openness and pace.Christine Tacon, Red Tractor chair.Red Tractor will not progress with the implementation of any ...
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NewsThe 2023 Women In Meat Industry Awards countdown begins
The Women In Meat Industry Awards returns Friday 17th November at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London, hosted by journalist, broadcaster and royal correspondent Jennie Bond.The Women In Meat Industry Awards returns on Friday 17th November.The 2023 event will be hosted this year at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London. ...
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NewsCIEH "committed to working with stakeholders" amid NI vet strike
Environmental body the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) has said that it is deeply concerned about the impact of the industrial action by Government vets in Northern Ireland on the food supply chain and public health.CIEH has been calling for environmental health professionals to be involved in carrying out ...
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NewsHCC on the lookout for new Working Group members
Meat trade body Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) is looking to recruit new members to its Sustainable Innovation and Research Working Group.HCC chair Catherine Smith.HCC has announced that it is looking to recruit up to 10 members for its new Sustainable Innovation and Research Working Group, which ...
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NewsUK poultry exports to Japan secured following market access approval
A new market access deal that will benefit UK farmers, meat processors and exporters has secured exports of cooked poultry meat to Japan, according to the UK Government.Cooked poultry meat can now be exported to Japan under the new deal.Industry estimates that this market could be worth over £10 million ...
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NewsLMC appoints new chair of the Board
The Livestock and Meat Commission (LMC) has announced that Joe M Stewart OBE, LLP, JP has been appointed as chair of the LMC Board. L-R: Joe Stewart, LMC chair; Sarah Wilson, champion Young Sheep Handler; and Rachel Megarrell at the Balmoral Show in May 2023.John Hood, David Mark, Sean McKeever, ...
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NewsKerry sees "good growth" across meat division, according to its Q3 statement
Irish manufacturer Kerry has published its Q3 Interim Management Statement for 2023, reporting 'good' growth across its Meat, Snacks and Dairy markets.Kerry is headquartered in Tralee, Ireland.According to Kerry, its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) margin increased by 10 basis points (bps) due to benefits from cost ...
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NewsNI vet strikes will take farmers "months" to recover from, says BMPA
The British Meat Processors Association (BMPA) has stated that the impending strike action of Northern Irish vets and meat inspectors on Monday 30th October will take farmers months to recover from.Nick Allen, BMPA chief executive.During the five-day strike, no slaughter of cattle, pigs, sheep and poultry can take place across ...
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NewsNI vets to go on strike following "unsatisfactory" pay award
Veterinary professionals across Northern Ireland have raised concerns around pay and are considering strike action in the wake of an "unsatisfactory" pay award.The veterinary strike action will reportedly last five days.The strike action will begin on 30th October, and will last five days. It will involve union members in the ...
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NewsRed Tractor publishes open letter regarding GFC criticism
The chair of Red Tractor, Christine Tacon, has written an open letter to its members in response to feedback from industry regarding the Greener Farms Commitment (GFC).Christine Tacon, Red Tractor chair.Red Tractor announced at the start of October that the GFC would be made available from 1st April 2024.In the ...
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NewsBeef and sheep sectors included in 2024 Nuffield Scholarships
The Nuffield Farming Scholarships Trust has announced the appointment of their largest cohort ever with 23 new scholars for 2024, four of whom are involved in the beef and sheep sectors.Four of the scholarships have been awarded to farmers within the beef and sheep sectors.Over the course of their scholarships, ...
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NewsSuffolk Council votes to keep meat and dairy on the menu at council events
Suffolk County Council has agreed to pass a proposed motion to support local farmers by ensuring all catering at council-organised events is, where possible, sourced from local farmers, committing to always including meat and dairy options alongside plant-based produce. Councillors Andrew Reid and Richard Rout, Suffolk County Council.In addition, Suffolk ...
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NewsBPC "does not foresee" turkey shortage this Christmas
Poultry trade association British Poultry Council (BPC) has stated that it does not predict a turkey shortage this year, as fewer wild birds infected with avian influenza signifies potential immunity.The BPC said that it continued to work with Government to invest in sufficient resources to deal with potential avian influenza ...
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NewsIndustry calls for further communication with Red Tractor on GFC
Industry bodies respond to the Red Tractor's Greener Farm Commitment (GFC) module, which is to be introduced from April 2024.The Greener Farm Commitment is intended to help farmers track sustainability goals and allegedly reduce costs.The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) has said it is ready to support discussions over ...
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NewsNCB butchery awards results announced
Craft Butchers from England and Wales have recently found out if they brought home a category win in the recent National Craft Butchers (NCB) Product Awards.Eleanor O'Brien, NCB managing director.NCB Product Awards 2023 categories covered Game Product, Celebration Wellington, Hot Eating Pie, Cold Eating Pie, Traditional Sausage, Innovative Sausage and ...
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News£200m logistics funding to help food retailers lower emissions
New funding for the UK logistics industry is expected to help grocery companies - such as Sainsbury's and Marks & Spencer - lower their transport emissions.The new funding for the logistics industry is expected to ease the financial burden of high fuel costs for UK food retailers.The £200 million in ...
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NewsScottish Ministers voice concern about agricultural policy in US trade deals
A letter addressed to the UK Government voicing the Scottish Government's concern over a US trade deal has been written by Rural Affairs Secretary Mairi Gougeon and Trade Minister Richard Lochhead.Richard Lochhead, Scottish Minister for Small Business, Innovation and Trade. | Photo credit: Scottish GovernmentThe letter stressed the importance of ...
