Latest News – Page 26
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NewsDefra halts SFI applications as NFU labels it a “failing department”
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has stopped all Sustainable Farming Incentive applications without warning.
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NewsWaitrose announces net zero fund to support its British farmers
UK supermarket Waitrose has launched a £500,000 fund for British farmers to support projects which aim to reduce carbon emissions.
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NewsUK beef production increases as sheep meat production sees decline
Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales has found that red meat trade figures reveal “significant” impacts on both beef and lamb markets in the future.
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NewsFMD outbreak reported in cattle in Hungary
The World Organisation for Animal Health has reported an outbreak of foot and mouth disease in a dairy cattle herd in Hungary.
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NewsFSA launches regulatory programme for cultivated meat
The Food Standards Agency has announced the launch of a new regulatory programme for cultivated meat.
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NewsPlant-based meat alternatives see decline in demand
According to research by the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB), meat products saw volume growth as meat-free products experienced less demand on the year.
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NewsConsumers choose lean meats as high-protein diets take centre stage
According to data from online retailer Ocado, more consumers are choosing natural protein sources such as lean meats.
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NewsGlobal hunt for 2025 World Haggis Champion
Scottish Craft Butchers has invited producers from across the globe to present their finest version of the haggis at the World Haggis Championship 2025.
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NewsNew Master appointed by The York Butchers’ Gild
Dr Jason Aldiss BEM, executive director of AIMS, has been chosen as the new Master of The York Butchers’ Gild.
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NewsVaess and Alsa Ingredients collaborate to expand offering
Global food manufacturer Vaess has announced a collaboration with Alsa Ingredients to “expand its expertise” in beef, pork and poultry meat.
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NewsMajor concerns over escalating abattoir closures prompts industry survey
The Sustainable Food Trust has called on the farming industry to complete a survey about its use of small abattoirs.
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NewsSpending on supermarket deals up as grocery sales increase by 3.6%
Market research firm Kantar has shared its grocery sales data for the four weeks to 23rd February, reporting a 3.6% increase in take-home sales at the grocers.
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NewsNSA finds Defra announcements “fall short”
NSA has responded to the announcements made by Defra Secretary of State Steve Reed, stating that the “necessary details are still missing”.
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NewsBeyond Meat to cut jobs as part of a review of its global operations
Plant-based brand Beyond Meat has announced “cost-reduction measures” including suspending operational activities in China and reducing its workforce in Europe and North America.
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NewsAvara losses increase to £49.3m
Poultry processor Avara Foods has published its annual report for the year ended 31st May 2024 after experiencing a decrease in yearly turnover.
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NewsGeorge Adams brand bought by Finedale Foods
Meat brand George Adams 1910 has been bought out of administration by Norfolk-based food manufacturer Finedale Foods.
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NewsIoM and WCB celebrate apprenticeships at annual prizegiving
In addition to applauding the achievements of exceptional individuals and organisations at its annual awards, the IoM and WCB had further reason to celebrate.
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NewsCouncillor opposes meat free menus in schools
An East Riding councillor has taken a stand against meat free menus in schools, stating that “we should not be forcing meat eaters to not eat meat”.
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NewsQ Guild Smithfield Awards winners announced
British craft butchery products have been recognised as best in class at this year’s Smithfield Awards.
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NewsQMS puts Scotch Lamb on display at Gulfood
QMS highlighted the quality of PGI Scotch Lamb at Gulfood 2025, one of the world’s largest annual food and beverage trade exhibitions.
