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Finnebrogue acquired by Sofina Foods Europe
Government to monitor ‘healthy food’ sales at retailers
AHDB pork campaign achieves 50.7m impressions across social media
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PGI Welsh Lamb and Beef to be showcased in New York
Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales will spotlight PGI Welsh Lamb and PGI Welsh Beef in the American market at the New York Summer Fancy Food Show.
Brilliant nominations for Women In Meat Industry Awards 2025
An outstanding level of nominations has been reported by the organisers of this year’s Women In Meat Industry Awards, with candidates put forward from all across the industry.
Winners of the 2025 Food Industry Awards unveiled at London ceremony
The meat industry was featured prominently at the 2025 Food Management Today Food Industry Awards, as companies, individuals and products from within the meat sector picked up awards at the ceremony on Thursday 26th June.
LMC delivers successful round of red meat teacher workshops
LMC has concluded its latest series of red meat skills workshops for teachers, providing them with hands-on, interactive experience.
Obituary: Dan Browne
Dawn Meats has announced the passing of its co-founder Daniel (Dan) Browne at the age of 88.
Meat industry urges Government to rethink bluetongue restrictions
The four red meat industry bodies have written to the chief veterinary officer for England, Scotland and Wales, raising concerns regarding the negative impact of the 1st of July bluetongue restrictions.
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Retailers make red meat sourcing commitments
A number of UK supermarkets have made produce sourcing commitments, with Tesco stating it would have a fully Scotch beef supply chain in Scotland by Spring 2026.
Defra announces £1bn investment in National Biosecurity Centre
Defra has revealed that the country’s ability to prevent a future pandemic has been “significantly enhanced” with the unveiling of an investment into a new National Biosecurity Centre.
Grocery inflation hits 4.7% as fresh meat prices rise
According to market research firm Kantar, prices rose fastest in the fresh primary meat market in the four weeks to 15th June.
Retailers make red meat sourcing commitments
Defra announces £1bn investment in National Biosecurity Centre
Grocery inflation hits 4.7% as fresh meat prices rise
Matthew Wood joins Rolinson Group to head up service division
Matthew Wood has joined Rolinson Group as a partner and director, bringing over 25 years knowledge and experience of the food industry to the company having worked with Marel in various roles.
FSA “recognises value” of support for small abattoirs
At its June board meeting, FSA debated the operation and purpose of the current Meat Charging Discount Regime.
Deadline extended for 2025 Women in Meat Industry Awards nominations
The opportunity to nominate candidates for this year’s Women In Meat Industry Awards campaign has been extended, with a later deadline of Tuesday 1st July replacing the original deadline of 27th June.
Cheap imports “undermine public trust”, says NFU Scotland
NFU Scotland has voiced concern following reports that imported chicken and beef are increasingly appearing on the shelves of UK supermarkets including Morrisons, Asda and Sainsbury’s.
HCC and Kepak collaborate to showcase Welsh red meat to Italian suppliers
An Italian foodservice supplier visited Wales as part of an inward mission organised by HCC in collaboration with red meat processor Kepak.
QMS identifies “creepage of imports” as it backs local red meat
QMS and the SRMRG highlighted the support for the Scottish red meat industry at the 2025 Royal Highland Show.
Meat contributes to a rise in inflation
Data from the Office for National Statistics has shown that meat contributed to a rise in inflation after prices rose more in May 2025 than May 2024.
NPA has urged Government to ban the sale of pork to Eurostar passengers
The National Pig Association has called on Government to act after a Politico report found banned pork products on sale beyond security at Brussels Midi station.
Boparan Holdings to purchase 2 Sisters joint venture
The 2 Sisters Food Group has announced that it will sell its joint venture poultry farming operations to the Boparan Private Office.
UK Sausage Week product entry forms now online
Businesses wishing to nominate products for this year’s UK Sausage Week can now do so for free online at www.uksausageweek.com.
Dr Phil Hadley recognised in 2025 King’s Birthday Honours
Secretary General of the International Meat Secretariat (IMS) Dr Phil Hadley was made a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) as part of the 2025 King’s Birthday Honours.
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