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NSA welcomes drought support but calls for further support
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Final countdown to Women In Meat voting deadline
The Wednesday 26th August voting deadline for this year’s Women In Meat Industry Awards is fast approaching, with all sectors of the meat industry being encouraged to show support for nominated colleagues.
AHDB meetings to advise farmers on bluetongue protection
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board is set to host a meeting to allow levy payers to hear from industry professionals about bluetongue.
UKSW sausage competition judging to evaluate hundreds of entries
Judging has commenced for this year’s UK Sausage Week competition at the test kitchens located at Harper Adams University, with organisers reporting another substantial entry and some great quality sausage products.
Government announces drought package to support producers
Prime Minister Andy Burnham, along with Farming Minister Stephen Morgan, has drawn up a package of support to help farmers manage the impacts of sustained hot weather and dry conditions this summer.
Pilgrim’s Europe to acquire Walkers Deli & Sausage
Protein supplier Pilgrim’s Europe has announced its intention to acquire Walkers Deli & Sausage Company from Samworth Brothers.
Study finds food fraud could cost UK economy £2bn per year
Research from the University of Portsmouth has found that food fraud is costing the UK economy up to £2 billion every year, making it one of the country’s most expensive forms of economic crime.
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Boparan Private Office acquires MuscleFood
Nottingham-based online high-protein food delivery company MuscleFood has been acquired by Boparan Private Office following a brief period in administration.
JBS Global appoints new CEO
International meat producer JBS Global has confirmed that Wesley Batista Filho will become global CEO of the company, with Gilberto Tomazoni to step down after 14 years.
NFCU seizes illegal meat and chicken products
An investigation by the Food Standards Agency’s National Food Crime Unit has resulted in an arrest and the seizure of suspected illegal food products across England, Wales and Scotland.
Boparan Private Office acquires MuscleFood
JBS Global appoints new CEO
NFCU seizes illegal meat and chicken products
Sheep industry urged to vaccinate livestock amid bluetongue spread
The National Sheep Association and the Sheep Veterinary Society have worked together to provide guidance to UK farmers as the number of bluetongue cases continues to rise.
AHDB finds red meat spend on delivery apps rising
Analysis from the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board has found that spend in the red meat category on delivery apps has risen despite decline of wider takeaway and delivery market.
Deadline for UK Sausage Week product nominations is this Friday
The deadline for product nominations for the 2026 UK Sausage Week competition is this Friday 14th August, after organisers extended the final deadline due to substantial last-minute demand.
Pilgrim’s Europe workers announce intention to strike
Workers at the Pilgrim’s Europe Enniskillen site are set to undergo strike action for two weeks over pay conditions.
Simon Howie to close its doors in Auchterarder
Scottish butchery business Simon Howie has confirmed it will close its Auchterarder butcher shop after 34 years of trading.
ABP acquires stake in Dovecote Park
A 25% stake in meat supplier Dovecote Park has been acquired by red meat processor ABP Food Group.
NFU calls for ban on Brazilian meat to reduce UK risk of exposure
The National Farmers’ Union has called on Government to ban imports of Brazilian beef and poultry if it cannot prove that it is using antibiotics responsibly.
Beyond Meat reports $30.8m loss from Q2 operations
Plant-based brand Beyond Meat has reported a $30.8 million loss from operations in Q2 2026, while net revenues decreased on the year.
UK trade bodies set to promote Love Lamb Week
Love Lamb Week will take place from 1st-7th September 2026, with the nation’s red meat trade bodies joining together to celebrate UK lamb production.
Four arrested in illegal meat investigation
The Food Standard Agency’s National Food Crime Unit has worked with Dudley Council to uncover four tonnes of illegal meat.
UK Sausage Week competition deadline extended
The entry deadline to nominate products for this year’s UK Sausage Week competition has been extended by one week to Friday 14th August to deal with substantial last-minute demand.
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