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Defra commissions new Data Sharing Infrastructure

2026-02-05T10:57:00+00:00

A project commissioned by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs will centre on digital innovation with the aim of supporting a more transparent, resilient and sustainable UK food system.

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QMS campaign aims to drive footfall to butchers

2026-02-04T10:23:00+00:00

Quality Meat Scotland has launched a marketing campaign designed to support members of the Scotch Butchers Club and encourage consumers to rediscover the benefits of shopping with their local butcher.

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AHDB brings back seasonal adverts amid record pork purchase intent

2026-02-03T11:04:00+00:00

The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board has announced that its ‘British pork. But not as you know it’ campaign will return after the trade body found pork purchase intent reached “record highs” in 2025.

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Lamb welfare measures will be an “added cost” to supply chain, says NFU

2026-02-02T11:38:00+00:00

The National Farmers’ Union has warned that, if introduced, proposed measures on lamb tail docking and castration practices could have “substantial implications” for livestock markets, abattoirs and meat processors.

Derek Kelly, Kelly Turkeys

Obituary: Derek Kelly

2026-02-02T10:47:00+00:00

It is with great sadness that Meat Management reports the passing of Derek Kelly, founder of Kelly Turkeys.

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Food Awards product nominations and voting this Wednesday evening

2026-01-30T15:15:00+00:00

Product entry nominations into the popular FMT Food Industry Awards must be received next week, on Wednesday 4th February.

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Man charged for distributing £500,000 worth of stolen poultry

2026-01-28T13:06:00+00:00

Following an investigation by the National Food Crime Unit, a man was sentenced for handling stolen goods in a case linked to wider distribution fraud of more than £500,000 worth of poultry.

John Chapman OBE, past master of SCB

Obituary: John Chapman OBE

2026-01-28T12:35:00+00:00

Meat Management is saddened to report the passing of past president of the Scottish Craft Butchers, John Chapman OBE.

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James Couldwell appointed Reiser UK managing director

2026-01-28T09:49:00+00:00

Meat equipment and packaging supplier Reiser UK has announced the appointment of James Couldwell as its new managing director.

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Cranswick sees record Christmas trading across pork range

2026-01-27T12:15:00+00:00

Pork and poultry processor Cranswick has revealed that its revenue growth in the 13 weeks to 27th December 2025 was “strong”, reflecting positive trading momentum from the first half of the year.

NFU Cymru president Abi Reader and deputy president Paul Williams

NFU Cymru makes presidential appointments

2026-01-27T09:38:00+00:00

Cardiff farmer Abi Reader has been elected president of NFU Cymru, with livestock farmer Paul Williams elected as deputy president.

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M&S to buy 33% more British chicken from suppliers

2026-01-26T11:56:00+00:00

Marks & Spencer has increased its British farming commitments by 33%, which it said was a response to a sales uplift in its value chicken lines.

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Meatless Farm and Vegan Fried Chicken to split from Vegan Food Group

2026-01-23T13:09:00+00:00

Plant-based food brands Vegan Fried Chicken and Meatless Farm will reportedly split from the Vegan Food Group.

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DB Foods appoints managing director

2026-01-22T14:29:00+00:00

Meat wholesaler DB Foods has announced the appointment of Adrian Lyons as its new managing director.

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Processor publishes independent welfare review

2026-01-22T11:34:00+00:00

Cranswick has published in full its veterinarian-led animal welfare review online, which lists recommendations for the producer.

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Turkey sales fall back over Christmas trading period – report

2026-01-21T12:57:00+00:00

According to a Christmas red meat report, grocery sales reached a record £13.8 billion over Christmas, despite shoppers cutting back on turkey purchases.

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ABP Dungannon facility to cease packing

2026-01-21T12:57:00+00:00

ABP has announced plans to stop retail packing at its Linden Foods facility at Granville Industrial Estate in Dungannon, as the company enters into a formal consultation process with employees.

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