Latest Industry News – Page 30
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NewsIMS criticises lack of protein at Paris Olympics
IMS has criticised the Paris Olympics Committee for a “lack of adequate proteins” available at this year’s Games.
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NewsCranswick reports “robust demand” across core categories
UK pork and poultry producer Cranswick has provided a trading update for the 13 weeks to 29th June 2024, reporting “robust demand” across its core food categories.
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NewsHCC announces winner of 2024 Scholarship
HCC has announced the winner of its 2024 HCC Scholarship, which supports a research project focused on the red meat industry.
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NewsFarming Minister speaks at NSA Sheep Event
The NSA Sheep Event was held at the Three Counties Showground in Malvern on 30th July, with demonstrations put on in the cookery theatre throughout the day.
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NewsNI Government opens £46m grant for agri-food businesses
A £46 million Agri-Food Investment Initiative has been unveiled by Northern Ireland Economy Minister Conor Murphy, aiming to support local agri-food processors.
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NewsSoanes Poultry commissions bespoke carbon emissions software
A poultry business has hired Cranswick’s former head of compliance and sustainability to help it calculate its carbon footprint.
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NewsWarrendale Wagyu to discuss beef market at annual conference
Farming delegates will gather in Lincolnshire for Warrendale Wagyu’s annual conference in September.
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NewsQMS finds Scottish prime cattle numbers have increased on the year
Recent cattle population data from BCMS indicates a significant increase in prime cattle numbers on Scottish farms compared to 2023.
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NewsSheep farmers face “irreparable damage” if numbers fall further
HCC has said that falling flock and farm numbers in Wales could cause “irreparable damage” to the livestock industry if numbers dwindle further.
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NewsLidl reveals £1.5bn British beef investment
UK discounter Lidl GB has committed to sourcing 100% British beef by investing £1.5 billion into the British beef industry over the next five years.
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NewsExtended deadline for UK Sausage Week competition
Product nominations for this year’s UKSW competition are exceeding expectations and, to allow a little more time to cope with the volume of product entries, organisers have confirmed a few days deadline extension to Friday 2nd August as the last day when sausages can be nominated.
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NewsASG seeks confirmation from Government of abattoir funding approval
The ASG has written to Farming Minister Daniel Zeichner to highlight the need to rebuild a network of small abattoirs across the UK.
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NewsAHDB report to “provide transparency” for English beef and lamb sector
AHDB has released a report comparing English farmgate production standards with those of international markets.
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NewsJune abattoir throughput figures show “concerning trend”, says HCC
HCC has found that UK abattoir throughput figures for June revealed a “concerning trend” as sheep numbers slaughtered were “substantially down”.
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NewsWomen In Meat Industry Awards voting shortlist coming soon
After a record entry of nominees for this year’s Women In Meat Industry Awards, organisers report that information on all candidates is being collated and that the opportunity of online voting to decide this year’s finalists will start in early to mid-August.
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NewsSeasonal events “significantly impact” red meat performance
AHDB has analysed consumer trends around seasonal occasions, like Easter and Christmas, stating that events can “significantly impact” the overall yearly performance of red meat products.
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NewsGrocery price inflation hits lowest rate since 2021, says Kantar
According to the latest Kantar figures, grocery price inflation fell over the four weeks to 7th July as supermarket footfall increased.
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MM AwardsMM Industry Awards: 2026 Ticket & Event Information
Don’t miss the premier social and networking event for the meat industry, taking place on Thursday 3rd September 2026 at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole Hotel.
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MM AwardsMM Awards: Category Guide
The awards programme provides the opportunity for product entries, as well as categories that enable people from throughout the trade to vote for what they feel is best.
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MM AwardsPhoto Gallery: Meat Management Industry Awards 2023
The photos from the Meat Management Industry Awards 2023 dinner and ceremony, including the winner presentations, and people from across the sector networking and celebrating.
