Latest Industry News – Page 52
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NewsITN and AHDB partner to launch new farming programme
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) has partnered with ITN Business to launch a news-style programme called Farming a Greener Future.Tim Rycroft, CEO of AHDB.According to AHDB, agriculture is facing a huge challenge; to support feeding the world’s population that is predicted to reach over nine billion by 2050, ...
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NewsIndustry responds to Chancellor's 2023 Autumn Statement
The Chancellor presented his 2023 Autumn Statement on Wednesday 22nd November, reporting policies on tax relief, the living wage and a new Climate Change Agreement scheme.Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt. | Image: UK ParliamentIt was announced that:The full expensing capital allowance would be made permanent after being temporarily introduced in the 2023 ...
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NewsQuorn reports operating losses of £12.5m
Meat alternative company Quorn has reported operating losses, while its parent company Monde Nissin saw increased revenue.Quorn produces meat alternatives like its savoury eggs, mince and pieces.It reported a 9.5% revenue drop on a constant currency basis in Q3 of 2023, attributed to the "challenging retail market". The company saw ...
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NewsCity Food & Drink Lecture appoints new chair
Allan Wilkinson is set to chair the 2024 City Food & Drink Lecture, with the event approaching its 23rd year.Chair of City Food & Drink Lecture, Allan Wilkinson.Wilkinson takes over from John Giles, who previously served as the chair for six years. Wilkinson said that he aims to "build upon ...
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NewsPilgrim’s UK reduces GHG emissions as part of net zero project
Pilgrim’s UK, one of the UK’s largest food and farming businesses and higher welfare pork producer, has achieved a 62.5% reduction in its market-based scope one and two greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (compared to a 2019 baseline), and a 11% reduction across scope one, two and three.The business employs regenerative ...
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NewsGraham Wilkinson to join AHDB as new CEO
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) has announced the appointment of Graham Wilkinson as its new chief executive officer.Graham Wilkinson, incoming CEO of AHDB.AHDB said that Graham brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success from his time at Arla Foods as Global Vice President, ...
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NewsQMS launches its first Christmas advert promoting Scotch meat
Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) has predicted that its first Christmas TV campaign will reach almost 90% of Scotland's adult population as the organisation celebrates Scotch meat during the festive season.The QMS Christmas advert will focus on Scotch red meat, promoting it for "seasonal celebrations and get-togethers".Scottish viewers will see the ...
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NewsUK attachés visit farms and meat processors to boost exports
Attachés from around the world have returned to the UK to meet with ministers, farmers and producers to unlock trade barriers and boost UK exports.The UK agri-food attachés with Minister Mark Spencer.Agri-food and drink attachés were welcomed to 10 Downing Street, preparing for a week of touring the UK visiting ...
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News"Firm demand" for beef, lamb and pork in Scotland
According to Quality Meat Scotland (QMS), there is "firm demand" for the available supply levels of beef, lamb and pork products in Scotland.Ian MacDonald, market intelligence manager with QMS.Iain Macdonald, market intelligence manager at QMS, explained that, in early November, cattle, sheep, and pig prices were 8-9% higher than during ...
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NewsGovernment urged to provide support and increase stability in food sector
The National Farmers' Union (NFU) urged Government to remain focused on the food supply chain, stressing to the Chancellor the importance of confidence and stability in the sector.Minette Batters, president of the NFU.Six months after the Farm to Fork Summit hosted by Number 10 in May 2023, NFU has called ...
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NewsMeat industry exporters explore global trade opportunities in West Africa
Red meat exporters, supported by the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB), have developed further opportunities to "satisfy the appetite for red meat" in West Africa during a trade mission to Ghana and the Côte d’Ivoire.Dr Awal Fuseini, lead on exports to West Africa for AHDB.10 exporters from nine UK ...
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NewsLMC welcomes progression of PGI status for Irish Grass Fed Beef
The Livestock and Meat Commission (LMC) has said that it welcomes confirmation from the European Commission that the application to have Irish Grass Fed Beef registered as a Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) has progressed to the final stage.Colin Smith, LMC interim chief executive.LMC interim chief executive, Colin Smith said: "In ...
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NewsWomen In Meat Industry Awards return tonight in London
The UK meat industry will gather at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London tonight to celebrate the success of women within the sector.The 2023 Women In Meat Awards will be held at a new venue, the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London.Hosted by royal correspondent, broadcaster and journalist Jennie Bond, the ...
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NewsWomen In Meat Industry Awards winners revealed for 2023
The national awards programme celebrating the work of women within the UK meat industry, held its annual awards ceremony on Friday 17th November. Twelve winners were revealed at a sparkling celebration at the 5-star Royal Lancaster Hotel in London.The winners of the Women In Meat Industry Awards 2023 with host ...
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NewsNFU negotiates new energy efficiency target for poultry sector
The National Farmers' Union (NFU) has announced that poultry and horticulture businesses will benefit from an extension to the Climate Change Agreement (CCA) scheme after a new target period was negotiated by NFU Energy and the NFU with Department for Energy, Security and Net Zero (DESNZ).NFU deputy president, Tom Bradshaw.Climate ...
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NewsAsda reports £5.4bn revenue after lowering the price of 600 products
UK retailer Asda has reported its Q3 trading performance for the last three months to September 2023. The supermarket reported revenues of £5.4 billion.Asda reported Q3 revenue of £5.4 billion.Within the report, Asda said that like-for-like food sales increased by 3.2% during Q3 compared to 2022, with the retailer attributing ...
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NewsFDF responds to latest food price inflation rates
The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has responded to the latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) figures on price inflation.Chief executive of the FDF Karen Betts.The ONS has reported that prices of food and non-alcoholic beverages rose by 10.1% in the year to October 2023, down from 12.2% in September ...
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NewsHCC reports “more demand” from consumers at annual conference
Chair of Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales (HCC), Catherine Smith told industry delegates at its annual conference that the trade body has seen “more demand from UK consumers for high-quality and home produced beef.”HCC chair Catherine Smith.The conference was held in Builth Wells on 9th November, and featured ...
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NewsIvan Siqueira appointed as president of Pilgrim's Europe
Manufacturer Pilgrim's Pride Corporation has announced the appointment of Ivan Siqueira as president of Pilgrim's Europe.Ivan Siqueira, president of Pilgrim's Europe.The company stated that the new "strategic" position within the Pilgrim's family will "enable greater collaboration" among the organisation's businesses in Europe, with Siqueira taking overall responsibility for Pilgrim's UK, ...
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NewsSteve Barclay replaces Thérèse Coffey as Defra Secretary of State
Following the Conservative cabinet reshuffle, Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Rt. Hon Dr Thérèse Coffey and Minister for Primary Care and Public Health Neil O'Brien have resigned.Steve Barclay, new Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs | Image: UK Parliament.It was announced that Steve ...
