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NewsObituary: Graham Sharp
It is with great sadness that Meat Management announces the passing of Graham Sharp, a Past Master, Clerk and Father to the Court of The Worshipful Company of Butchers (WCB), aged 85, following a short illness.Graham Sharp speaking at a WCB Court Lunch. | Picture: Phil McCarthy.He served as Master ...
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NewsQMS provides butchery apprentices with value-added events
Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) has reported that it has provided learning and development opportunities for 24 apprentice butchers across Scotland. Scottish butcher apprentices took part in the event to learn more about value-added products and to share ideas. QMS partnered with butchery businesses to hold educational events ...
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NewsMarel to host Pork ShowHow 2024 in Copenhagen
Machinery supplier Marel has announced its Pork ShowHow 2024 event, which will showcase the latest in innovative pork processing equipment, software and services.The 2024 event will take place in Copenhagen in Denmark.The event is set to take place on 29th May 2024 at Marel Progress Point in Copenhagen, Denmark, and ...
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NewsSkills Minister urged not to overlook food apprenticeships - FTC
The Food and Drink Training & Education Council (FTC) has joined the Provision Trade Federation (PTF) in writing a letter to the Skills Minister, calling for food apprenticeships to be added to the next round of Standard reviews.Luke Hall MP, Minister for Skills, Apprenticeships and Higher Education. | Picture: UK ...
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NewsObituary: David Lidgate
Meat Management is saddened to report the passing of David Lidgate, founding member of the Q Guild of Butchers and previous owner of the family-run C. Lidgate butcher shop in London.David Lidgate, former owner of C. Lidgate butchers and founding member of the Q Guild of Butchers.After taking over the ...
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NewsWelsh abattoir submits request to build meat vending machine
A livestock market site has sought permission from Ceredigion County Council planners to construct a meat vending machine building at its abattoir site Cig Oen Caron in Wales.The vending machine will reportedly house locally sourced meat to the local community.Cig Oen Caron currently operates from Rhyd Y Gwreiddyn in Tregaron ...
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NewsNFU Scotland unveils 2024 General Election Manifesto
National Farmers' Union (NFU) Scotland has launched its manifesto for the 2024 General Election, stating that it will prioritise better access to skilled workers and multi-annual funding.NFU Scotland politics team. L-R: Jonnie Hall, Beatrice Morrice and Al Walker.The manifesto was launched at West Craigie Farm, South Queensferry on the outskirts ...
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NewsLMC survey reports 90% of NI consumers enjoy red meat
The Livestock and Meat Commission (LMC) has revealed that following a survey of Northern Ireland (NI) consumer eating habits, over 90% of consumers in the country said they enjoyed eating red meat.Colin Smith, LMC chief executive.The statistic was drawn from a recent independent omnibus survey commissioned by LMC to examine ...
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NewsReview warns of deficiencies associated with plant-based diets
Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) has looked at the findings of a review published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, which reported that switching to plant-based diets appears to "put us at risk of nutrient deficiencies".QMS said that red meat was important to stay healthier for longer.QMS highlighted that the ...
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NewsAHDB appoints new international trade development director
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) has appointed Richard Hampton as its new international trade development director following the news of Phil Hadley's departure.Richard Hampton, AHDB international trade development director.Hampton will take up his position from 3rd June and lead the AHDB international trade development team’s work with Government ...
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NewsTesco reports 2023/24 profit of £2.3bn
UK retailer Tesco has announced its preliminary results for 2023/24, reporting a profit of nearly £2.3 billion before tax.Tesco reported "strong sales" as inflation fell throughout the year.The supermarket said it had "strong sales performance across the Group", with retail like-for-like (LFL) sales up 6.8%. Its statutory revenue for the ...
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NewsMore than half of mealtimes include meat as a "staple"
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) has found that according to Kantar Usage panel, meat remains a "mealtime staple" for families.Kantar data showed 27.8% of lunch and evening meals featured red meat, while sandwiches remained the top choice for lunches.The trade body said that meat had risen in popularity ...
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NewsMorrisons unveils new £1.4m innovation centre to improve meat products
UK retailer Morrisons has unveiled a new innovation centre, which it says will improve production of bacon, sausages and cooked meats as part of an investment programme.The Greenside Innovation Centre in Bradford.The new Greenside Innovation Centre, costing £1.4 million, was officially opened by the leader of Bradford Council, councillor Susan ...
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NewsPrinces Group appoints new chief executive
Simon Harrison has been appointed chief executive officer of global food business Princes Group.Simon Harrison, incoming Princes Group CEO.Harrison previously served as deputy managing director at Princes in June 2023, and the business said his work has led to "record trading performance" across the last year. Princes manufactures a range ...
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NewsBritain's Best Butcher's Shop: who will win the title in 2024?
With the Meat Management Industry Awards nomination and voting process well underway, we take a look at one of the programme’s most prestigious awards - Britain’s Best Butcher’s Shop. Last year’s winners Gigli’s Butchers explain what winning the award meant to them. Gigli’s Butchers won the title in ...
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NewsAHDB showcases British red meat at Canada expo
British beef, lamb and pork will be featured at the Restaurants Canada (RC) Show in Toronto from 8-10th April, according to the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB).Exporters joined AHDB in Canada to showcase Britain's red meat.The show, which AHDB said is expected to attract more than 22,000 visitors from ...
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News"I don’t do the supermarket shopping," says Michel Roux JR
Ahead of the FMT Food Industry Awards ceremony in June, this year's host and world-renowned chef Michel Roux Jr spoke to Food Management Today about his supermarket staples and culinary success.Michel Roux Jr is set to host the prestigious food industry awards in June. | Photo: Issy Croker.It was announced ...
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NewsPrice stability predicted for future beef market - HCC
Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) has reported that supply of Welsh beef is expected to tighten, potentially causing medium term price stability.HCC said that deadweight prices were strong, with some higher than the five-year average.Looking at data from British Cattle Movement Service (BCMS), HCC said that the ...
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NewsQMS relaunches Scotch Beef Club in Italy to increase export opportunities
Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) has announced that it has relaunched its Scotch Beef Club in Italy, which it said will "focus on increasing exports" to the Italian market.To celebrate the relaunch, foodservice stakeholders in the Italian red meat sector were invited to taste a three-course menu in Milan centred around ...
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NewsProtestors arrested at Norwich Cranswick facility
Seven protesters were reportedly arrested following an incident at pork producer Cranswick's Watton facility on Wednesday 3rd April.Cranswick's site in Watton, Norfolk.The incident occurred at the facility on Brandon Road, Watton. According to Norfolk police, five men and two women were arrested in connection with the incident following reports that ...
