Latest Industry News – Page 5
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Studies used in Lancet diabetes report “not given adequate scrutiny”
QMS has said that the studies underpinning a recent report linking high meat consumption to type 2 diabetes were “done to varying standards”.
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Britain’s Best Butcher’s Shop finalists revealed
The four finalists in contention for the prestigious title of Britain’s Best Butcher’s Shop in the upcoming Meat Management Industry Awards 2024 have been revealed by the organisers.
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AHDB appoints new sector director for Beef and Lamb
AHDB has appointed two new sector directors, with Sam Charlton heading up AHDB Beef and Lamb.
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Project launched to assess effects of reduced cattle rearing period
An HCC-led project aimed at helping beef producers save money will consider the impact of finishing beef cattle within a reduced rearing period on a business’ financial return.
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BMPA pushes for “fairer” BTOM charge system
The first invoices for the new Common User Charge have started to land, as the BMPA calls for a veterinary agreement to “remove trade barriers and added costs”.
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UK Sausage Week 2024 judging concludes
Judging for the 2024 UK Sausage Week competition has now concluded, as organisers report an exceptionally high standard of product entries.
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Interviews
Interview: Phil Hadley, IMS
Dr Phil Hadley discusses his time within the meat industry, following his appointment as Secretary General of International Meat Secretariat (IMS).
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HCC finds "strong demand" for beef as retail sales rise
According to HCC, increases in beef imports have been positively offset by consumer demand and a “supply squeeze”.
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Danish Crown appoints new CEO
Global meat processor Danish Crown has appointed Niels Duedahl as its new chief executive officer.
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Women In Meat Industry Awards 2024 votes surge into the thousands
Voting for the 2024 Women In Meat Industry Awards is underway, with organisers reporting that thousands of votes have already been submitted.
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Government must uphold UK food self-sufficiency, says NFU
The National Farmers’ Union has called for UK self-sufficiency to be upheld “amidst global instability”.
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UK Sausage Week competition judging off to a sizzling start
Judging for this year’s UKSW competition is underway, with organisers reporting an impressive number of product entries and a great range of sausage products to evaluate.
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NSA calls for urgent Government action on illegal sheep imports
NSA is calling for “decisive Government action” to address the rise in illegal sheep meat imports.
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Burger sales up 32% on the year - Kantar
Market research firm Kantar has revealed that sales of burgers rose by 32% in the four weeks to 4th August 2024, compared to the previous year.
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Aldi invests £3bn into British beef suppliers
UK discounter Aldi has unveiled its plan to invest £3bn with British beef suppliers over the next five years.
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Obituary: Neil Stoddart
SAMW has announced with great sadness the death of Neil Stoddart OBE, former SAMW president and leading figure across many farming organisations.
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UK heads to World Food Expo to spotlight pork exports
AHDB visited the World Food Expo to explore pork export opportunities.
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NI cattle numbers increase as carcase weights “remain strong”
LMC has reported a 3.2% rise in cold weight meat volume after an increase in processed cattle.
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LMC says campaign reached three quarters of NI consumers
The Livestock and Meat Commission (LMC) has revealed that three quarters of NI consumers are aware of its recent advertising campaign.
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QMS report highlights economic importance of Scottish red meat sector
QMS has released a report detailing the “ongoing resilience” and “economic importance” of the red meat sector to rural Scotland.