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NFU spotlights importance of British producers ahead of local elections
Industry to hear from Carol Glover at Butchers’ Hall
AHDB pilot shows “clear demand” for reduced administration for farmers
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Northern Ireland meat business premises destroyed in fire
Corries Meats farm shop in Newtonards has burned down in a fire, with the fire service attributing the blaze to accidental ignition.
UK-EU alignment could see single market rules in use
Government is reportedly preparing new legislation that it said could grant “sweeping powers” to pursue alignment with EU rules.
Tesco animal feed facility begins production
Processing at RenEco’s new animal feed production facility has now started in collaboration with UK retailer Tesco.
NFU Scotland calls on Government to provide relief to producers
National Farmers’ Union Scotland has warned that conflict in the Middle East may be causing Scottish farmers and crofters to face unsustainable cost pressures.
BMPA welcomes John Powell as CEO
John Powell has assumed his role as CEO of the British Meat Processors Association, as Nick Allen officially steps down.
British lamb and beef to see £2.1bn investment from M&S
UK retailer M&S Food has announced it will invest £2.1 billion in British lamb and beef through two decade-long contracts with ABP and Dunbia.
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Groceries Code Adjudicator to be overseen by Defra
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs will assume responsibility for the Groceries Code Adjudicator from 1st July 2026.
Japan recognises UK organic livestock standards in new deal
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has revealed that British organic food producers now have access to Japan’s £1.4 billion organic market.
Meat sector to promote British beef during week-long campaign
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board has highlighted the role of farm shops and local butchers in bringing British beef to consumers ahead of Great British Beef Week.
Groceries Code Adjudicator to be overseen by Defra
Japan recognises UK organic livestock standards in new deal
Meat sector to promote British beef during week-long campaign
Plant-based brand reports $178m yearly loss
Beyond Meat has reported a financial loss of $178.4 million over the full year ended 31st December, as it anticipates an “elevated level of uncertainty” during 2026.
Moguntia finds UK drives meat and poultry flavour innovation
Moguntia Food Group has launched its Global Taste Tracker, revealing that the UK is “driving rapid innovation” across meat and poultry launches.
Scottish red meat costs face hyper-inflationary hike, SAMW warns
The Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers has warned that increases to meat inspection charges from Food Standards Scotland will “threaten the viability” of meat processors.
NFCU seizes illegal bushmeat
A 51-year-old male has been arrested following a National Food Crime Unit operation involving illegal bushmeat.
Meat Industry Awards ceremony to feature TV’s Paul Sinha as celebrity host
Organisers of the annual Meat Management Meat Industry Awards have revealed Paul Sinha as this year’s celebrity host when the ceremony takes place in Birmingham on Thursday 3rd September.
WCB Meat Industry Invitational Golf Tournament to tee off in July
The Worshipful Company of Butchers is once again hosting its Meat Industry Invitational Golf Tournament on Thursday 16th July 2026.
Shoppers expected to switch to pork this Easter
Red meat supplier Pilgrim’s Europe has found that 54% of households are planning a roast dinner across the Easter weekend, with demand for roasting joints expected to see a “renewed focus”.
Hilton Foods reports “resilient” performance from core retail meat
Protein producer Hilton Food Group has published its financial results for the 52 weeks to 28th December 2025, reporting that the review has “reinforced” its conviction in the strength of its core meat operations.
Lamb sees “strong domestic demand”, says QMS
Quality Meat Scotland has reported that Scotland’s lamb sector has entered 2026 with “renewed momentum” after experiencing “early-year softness” to deliver higher prices despite improved throughput.
Finalists named in FMT Food Industry Awards shortlist
The 2026 FMT Food Industry Awards finalists have been published, with many businesses within the meat industry named on this year’s shortlist.
Heck burgers recalled over incorrect labelling
Sausage and burger manufacturer Heck has recalled a steak burger product, which contains milk, after it was incorrectly labelled as a lamb burger, as the product poses a risk to consumers with a milk allergy.
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