Latest Industry News – Page 44
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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 ...
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NewsUK university tannery faces closure due to fall in demand for leather-related courses
The University of Northampton (UoN) is considering the closure of its £5.5 million leather tannery as a result of falling demand.The Institute for Creative Leather Technologies at UoN.The UoN Institute for Creative Leather Technologies (ICLT) is currently the only university tannery in Europe, and it is facing an internal consultation ...
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NewsSPP drops by largest amount this year, says NPA
The National Pig Association (NPA) has reported the biggest drop in Standard Pig Price (SPP) of the year.The drop in SPP was the biggest seen in 2023.During the week ending 30th September, EU-spec SPP fell by 1.75p to 221.72p/kg, the biggest drop of 2023. Currently, the price index is just ...
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NewsAvara Foods announces proposals on closing its Newent facility
Meat processor Avara Foods has announced a proposal to shut its Newent factory in Spring 2024 after facing inflationary pressures and rising overhead costs.The Avara Newent facility office.Avara Foods is one of the UK’s largest food businesses, supplying chicken and turkey to the nation’s biggest supermarkets and restaurant chains. Established ...
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News'Meat eating myths' a key topic of HCC annual conference
Professor Dr. Peer Ederer, who is working to debunk the myths surrounding the nutritional value of red meat, will be a keynote speaker at the Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) annual conference in November.Professor Dr Peer Ederer will be speaking at the HCC conference in November.Ederer is ...
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NewsRed meat to be championed at TasteWales event
BlasCymru/TasteWales is set to return between 25th-26th October, with Welsh organisations highlighting the importance of red meat at the food and drink trade fair.Minister for Rural Affairs Lesley Griffiths.The fair will be held at the International Convention Centre (ICC) Wales, Newport, and is to be sponsored by a range of ...
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NewsWomen In Meat Industry Awards 2023 judging complete
All roads lead to the Royal Lancaster London this coming November when the much anticipated Women In Meat Industry Awards 2023 ceremony will reveal all 12 category winners, including this year’s overall Meat Businesswoman of the Year.The Women In Meat Industry Awards 2023 returns on Friday 17th November.The Women In ...
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NewsAsda cuts prices of fresh meat staples
As part of its plan to reduce costs for families, UK retailer Asda has invested £9 million to cut the price of staples such as fresh meat.The price reductions are part of Asda's plan to reduce shopping costs for families.The prices of some of the shop's most popular products have ...
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NewsVegan products to be sold at same price as meat counterparts in Lidl Germany stores
Lidl Germany is adjusting the pricing of products in its vegan own brand Vemondo range to align the prices with that of its comparable meat products.Prices of the Lidl vegan brand Vemondo will be changed to reflect the pricing of meat products.The Vemondo range was introduced by Lidl in 2020, ...
