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APHA introduces AI system for import checks
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AHDB confirm red meat and dairy exports top £4bn in 2025
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board has revealed that exports of red meat and dairy from the UK reached over £4 billion last year.
Tom Bradshaw calls for long-term plan for farming at NFU conference
In his keynote address to the National Farmers’ Union annual conference in Birmingham, NFU president Tom Bradshaw has said that a resilient food system is key to tackling food inflation and driving growth.
Businesses drop Better Chicken Commitment in favour of Sustainable Chicken Forum
Eight leading hospitality businesses including Burger King and KFC have announced the launch of the Sustainable Chicken Forum and said that they will be withdrawing from the Better Chicken Commitment.
AIMS marks 25th anniversary
The Association of Independent Meat Suppliers (AIMS) is celebrating 25 years of representing the UK meat industry.
NFU calls on Government to deliver investment
The National Farmers’ Union has written to Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of the upcoming Spring Forecast, calling for measures that deliver long-term investment in British producers.
AIMS launches judicial review of FSA charges
The Association of Independent Meat Suppliers has announced that it has launched a judicial review, challenging the Food Standards Agency’s decision to raise its charges in 2026.
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Morrisons pledges £1.6bn to British food producers
UK supermarket Morrisons has revealed it will invest £1.6 billion in British food production and agriculture in 2026.
Boparan acquires German poultry processor
The Boparan Private Office has acquired German turkey and chicken processor Heidemark, which will form part of BPO’s Europe division.
Donald Russell enters consultation on proposed closure
Aberdeenshire-based online butcher Donald Russell has proposed the closure of its operations following a “comprehensive review” of its financial position and market conditions.
Morrisons pledges £1.6bn to British food producers
Boparan acquires German poultry processor
Donald Russell enters consultation on proposed closure
NSA Next Generation Ambassadors learn about animal welfare and sheep genetics
The National Sheep Association has unveiled its 2026 cohort of NSA Next Generation Ambassadors, with the 12 sheep farmers set to undertake career development sessions in North Wales.
Meat a “downward contributor” as food inflation falls
The rate of food inflation has fallen to 3.6% in January, according to the latest data published by the Office for National Statistics, with meat cited as a downward contributor.
Edenmoor unveils seven-figure investment in facility
Farm shop Edenmoor, which was previously Piper’s Farm, has announced a seven-figure investment in a 25,000 sq ft purpose-built production facility in Cullompton, Devon.
ABP CEO Bob Carnell set to retire
Bob Carnell, CEO of red meat processor ABP Food Group’s UK division, has announced his decision to retire, with Kevin Cahill to be appointed as the new CEO.
Judging week deemed a great success for 2026 Food Awards
This year’s Food Industry Awards product judging was successfully completed on Friday 13th February with judges enthusiastic about the quality and range of products entered.
DPHA seizes record volume of illegal meat in one month
Dover Port Health Authority confirmed that January 2026 saw nearly 44,000kg of illegal meat removed at the Port of Dover, which it said was the highest volume removed in one month since checks began.
Obituary: Peter Godfrey
Past president of the London Retail Meat Traders Association and butcher at Frank Godfrey Butchers Peter Godfrey has passed away.
Dunbia programme to monitor beef farming emissions
Dunbia, a division of Dawn Meats, has announced a new phase of its Plan Four Zero Activate programme, Dunbia Activate Leaders, which it said would work towards reducing scope 3 emissions in the beef and sheep industries.
KFC to increase yearly spend on British chicken to £100m
KFC UK & Ireland has announced that 35% of its chicken will be sourced from British farms by the end of 2026, as the company said it would add chicken wings to the list of products it sources from British farms.
Early bird booking deadline for WCB Master’s Ball is approaching
The Worshipful Company of Butchers Master’s Fundraising Ball is taking place at London’s Guildhall on 17th April, with early bird booking rates available until 28th February.
Food Industry Awards judging underway at test kitchens
Food Industry Awards product judging for 2026 has started at the test kitchens located at Reiser UK, situated in Milton Keynes.
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