Latest Industry News – Page 72
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NewsLevel 3 Butchery Apprenticeship award under threat
Meat Management understands that the Institute of Apprentices and Technical Education (IfAte) is believed to be considering dropping its Level 3 Butcher Apprenticeship award.Speaking at the recent Institute of Meat (IoM) Awards, chairman Bill Jermey said: "The situation is that IfAte have not yet made a decision, but are definitely ...
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NewsNew 'Windsor framework' agreed on NI protocol
An agreement to overcome the trade barriers with Northern Ireland since Brexit has been announced by Prime Minster, Rishi Sunak. It will be called the 'new Windsor framework.'The substance of what's been announced is yet to be revealed but Meat Management understands the principles are:Green and red lane routes will ...
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NewsIoM and WCB Annual Prizegiving celebrates talent and diversity
Over one hundred guests gathered in Butchers' Hall to applaud the achievements of butchery apprentices, their employers and training providers at the IoM/WCB Annual Prizegiving.The IoM Apprentice and Training Provider winners 2023. Photo credit: Phil McCarthy.Though the meat industry is age-old this years’ prizegiving proved that attitudes certainly aren’t – ...
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NewsPilgrim's UK boosts site with bumper investment
Pilgrim’s UK, producer of high welfare pork, has announced the latest enhancement at its Bodmin site as part of a £1.8 million investment.The investment forms part of Pilgrim’s UK’s ongoing strategy to maximise operational capacity and further strengthen the sustainability of its sites as it continues its progress towards net ...
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NewsUK-grown food and drink exports reach record high
The value of exports in a number of UK-grown food and drink products has rocketed by nearly 30% reaching a new high of £4.5 billion in 2022.To mark the start of the NFU Conference, earlier in the week, the Food and Drink Federation (FDF) compiled the latest export figures released ...
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NewsNew Welsh Butcher of the Year Adam is top of the chops
The new Welsh Butcher of the Year is 18-year-old Adam Jones who says becoming a butcher was the best decision of his life.Adam Jones receives the Welsh Butcher of the Year prizes from Arwyn Watkins, OBE, Culinary Association of Wales president.Adam, who lives in Penyffordd and works for Swans Farm ...
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NewsNSA condems negativity around UK red meat production
Following what it says are spurious claims about production costs and withdrawal of support from red meat supply chains, the National Sheep Association (NSA) is condemning the current negativity around the production and sale of UK lamb.Phil Stocker, NSA chief executive, said: “NSA was disappointed to hear the announcement by ...
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NewsResearch shows Welsh farmers adapting to new challenges
Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) has thanked farmers for contributing to a major piece of research looking at the future of the livestock sector in the light of challenges posed by rising costs and post-Brexit changes to trade and support payments.Over 400 beef and sheep farmers responded ...
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NewsUK Government announces support for smaller abattoirs
The Government has confirmed it plans to introduce funding to promote enhanced productivity, innovation and improved animal health and welfare in smaller abattoirs.John Mettrick has fought hard on the issue of small abattoirs for all retailers.National Craft Butchers said it was delighted to hear Farming Minister Mark Spencer confirm this ...
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NewsMeat Industry Invitational Golf Tournament to tee off
The Worshipful Company of Butchers will host its first Meat Industry Invitational Golf Tournament on the new course at Essendon Country Club, Hertfordshire on 6th July.The first Meat Industry Invitational Golf Tournament tees off on 6th July.The Livery offers a focal point for members of the meat industry with its ...
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NewsNFU warns clock is ticking for government to back British farming
In the face of global turmoil, climate change and rapidly rising world populations, the NFU is warning that the clock is ticking for Government to match warm words with actions to ensure British farmers and growers can continue to play their part in feeding and fuelling a changing and challenging ...
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NewsLMC board members reflect on eight years at the helm
Outgoing members of Northern Ireland's Livestock and Meat Commission (LMC) board reflect on their time in post as their term nears its end.Oonagh Chesney.Jim Lennon.Harry Sinclair.Gerry Maguire.LMC chairman Gerard McGivern and board members Gerry Maguire, Harry Sinclair and Jim Lennon are due to step down from their roles this June. ...
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NewsRed meat exports from the UK reach record levels
The value of the UK’s red meat exports has reached its highest levels since records began, worth a massive £1.7 billion last year, partially driven by the rising prices of meat.According to the latest data from HMRC, the total value of red meat shipments increased 22 per cent year-on-year – ...
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NewsPrice inflation drives rise in value for most areas
According to data analyst Kantar, inflation continues to play a large role in the fresh meat, fish, poultry and meat free category's performance, with the market seeing high average price growth and large drops in volume.Its data is for the period covering the 12 weeks to 22nd January 2023. Fresh ...
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NewsMcDonald’s raises its prices in response to food and energy costs
The fast food chain, McDonald’s has announced price hikes on four of its meat products.The company cites higher food and energy costs and a spokesman said: “Like many businesses, the impact of the increase in food and energy costs continues to affect our company and our franchises.”The guide the company ...
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NewsSandwich giant Subway reported to be exploring sale
First reported in The Wall Street Journal the sandwich chain is said to be exploring a sale of the business after 60 years.The company is a global operation with more than 37,000 outlets in over 100 countries. The business has an estimated value of $10 billion.Subway said JP Morgan was ...
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NewsDunbia UK gets share of funding to upgrade heating system
One of the biggest meat and food companies in Europe, Dunbia, based in Carmarthenshire, Wales, has been awarded funds to upgrade its heating system from a gas oil fired steam boiler to an air source heat pump that is powered by renewably sourced electricity. Gill Higgins, group head of sustainability ...
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NewsBusinesses 'not out of the storm yet' on inflation, FDF warns
Food and drink prices have dropped by 0.1 of a percentage point, from 16.9% in December to 16.8% in January, with inflation now showing promising signs of peaking. However, the Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has warned that businesses are not out of the storm yet.Food and drink prices rose ...
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NewsNPA urges Defra to push ahead with pork supply chain review
The NPA is urging Defra to push forward without delay with its review of the pork supply chain, to help deliver lasting reform and a fairer trading environment for struggling pig producers.After two years that have seen one crisis follow another and pig production losses estimated at £750 million while ...
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NewsWho will be the top of the chops as four butchers contest Wales final?
Four butchers are sharpening their knives in preparation for a contest next week to find the best in Wales at their craft.Butchers showing their skills at a previous competition.The finalists of the Welsh Butcher of the Year contest, which will be held at the Welsh International Culinary Championships (WICC) at ...
