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Beef a primary source of value growth for Ireland’s UK exports
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Sophie Throup named NFU director general
Former Morrisons executive Sophie Throup has been appointed to succeed Terry Jones as director general of the National Farmers’ Union, after it was announced that Jones would step down in the spring of 2026.
AIMS sees increased popularity of pork tomahawk cuts
The Association of Independent Meat Suppliers observed a “slight” increase in meat and poultry inflation during December, as head of communications Tony Goodger predicts a rise in pork popularity.
AHDB highlights lean meat benefits as GLP-1 use rises
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board has spotlighted lean cuts of meat as an affordable protein source, as consumers seek nutrient-dense foods amid a rise in GLP-1 use.
HFSS advertising ban comes into force
A ban restricting the advertising of so-called “junk” food has come into force across the UK, with Government claiming the decision could reduce the number of children living with obesity by 20,000.
NFU welcomes changes to IHT threshold
The National Farmers’ Union has called the change to the inheritance tax threshold a “huge relief to many” after lobbying for changes to the legislation since its announcement in October 2024.
LMC invites DAERA Minister Andrew Muir to school cookery demonstrations
The Livestock and Meat Commission welcomed the Minister of Agriculture, Environment, and Rural Affairs of Northern Ireland, Andrew Muir MLA, to Glencraig Integrated Primary School to observe a live beef and lamb cookery demonstration delivered as part of LMC’s Education Programme.
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Industry must work together, finds Batters’ Farming Profitability Review
A Government-commissioned Farm Profitability Review, led by Baroness Minette Batters, has detailed short, medium and long-term actions required to “strengthen farming profitability”.
Red meat production will be key election issue, says SAMW
The Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers has said that the future of Scottish red meat production will be central to the political debate as voters choose the next Scottish Government in 2026.
Revised planning policy to support UK farmers, says NFU
Government has launched a consultation on a revised National Planning Policy Framework, which the National Farmers’ Union has called a “significant step” towards supporting producers.
Industry must work together, finds Batters’ Farming Profitability Review
Red meat production will be key election issue, says SAMW
Revised planning policy to support UK farmers, says NFU
2026 Meat Contacts directory is hot off the press
The much-anticipated 2026 edition of the annual Meat Contacts directory is now available to order, comprising 360 pages of key industry contacts and information in one convenient A5 publication.
Appointments made across AHDB levy board
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board levy payers have ratified appointments across its four sector councils.
November saw the rate of inflation fall
Figures from the Office for National Statistics revealed a drop in overall inflation in November, however, beef prices continue to rise sharply.
NPA urges Government to provide clarity on ASF regionalisation position
The National Pig Association is seeking clarity from the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs on the UK Government’s approach to African swine fever regionalisation agreements, after Spain was able to “rapidly implement” agreements following an outbreak.
NFCU makes arrest in connection with illegal frozen bushmeat
The Food Standards Agency’s National Food Crime Unit has arrested one person in connection to an operation involving illegal frozen bushmeat.
QMS meets with councillors to showcase Scottish red meat
Quality Meat Scotland, alongside stakeholder members of the Scottish Red Meat Resilience Group, has completed a series of strategic engagement events with MSPs, councillors and parliamentary candidates across Scotland as part of its national Meating Our Potential campaign.
UK lamb consignments released after being held at Calais
A number of consignments of lamb being held at a Border Control Post in Calais have now been released to return to the UK.
FSA agrees to consultation to financially support smaller abattoirs
The Food Standards Agency board has agreed to a public consultation in 2026 on proposals for a revised discount system for abattoirs.
Meat producer shares food industry concerns with MP
Provision Trade Federation director general Rod Addy, along with Vion Food Group, has met with local MP Kevin McKenna to discuss the challenges facing the UK food industry.
Professor Susan Jebb to deliver keynote at City Food & Drink Lecture
According to the City Food & Drink Lecture, Professor Susan Jebb OBE will deliver the keynote address at its 25th annual event.
Tariq Halal Meats founder awarded Civic Honour Award 2025
Tariq Halal Meats has revealed that its founder and chairman Tariq Sheikh has been awarded the City of London Corporation Civic Honour Award 2025, which is reserved for individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the UK’s economic landscape.
Grocery inflation figures show rising prices in fresh meat and added value poultry
FSA and FSS produce guidance on cell-cultivated products
NFU calls on Government to secure exemptions in EU SPS talks
LMC says market access is priority after confirmed NI case of Bluetongue
Turkey producer under investigation for animal welfare and biosecurity breaches
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